Not all calendars are created equal. Here’s our list of the best boozy countdowns to make the wait till Christmas all the merrier.

Beer Cartel, Beer Advent Calendar, $120
For all the men in your life, there’s nothing quite like cracking open a cold one to mark the beginning of the Christmas holidays. Well, imagine 25 samples of some of the best craft beers independent Australian breweries including pale ales, pilsners and session ales from the likes of Stomping Ground, Two Birds and 3 Ravens. All included beers were recently brewed, especially for the calendar ensuring they arrive fresh, including seven exclusive brews made especially for the occasion.

De Bortoli, 2018 Wine Advent Calendar, $129
Have a wine-derful Christmas with De Bortoli’s calendar offering. Deck the halls with 24 different piccolos, including winemakers such as Windy Peak, Emeri sparkling and the new Rosé Rosé.  Knowing there’s a mini glass of wine to be enjoyed will help ease the Christmas woes of gift hunting, home decorating and turkey basting, cheers!

Drinks by the Dram, 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas, $100
For the unwavering fans of a classic Manhattan, it has to be the gift of whisky. Paying tribute to the spirits Scottish origin these 12 drams feature beloved tipples from the likes of Glenfiddich, Talisker and Glengoyne to name a few. 

Speakeasy Alice, 12 Days of Ginmas, $165
Gin has been having a hot moment this year, so what better way to kick-start (or continue) a love affair with the clear spirit than with a showcase of 12 different varieties? Each mini gin has uniquely flavoured botanicals and is the only advent calendar to include both international and premium gin brands (one of which isn’t usually available in Australia) This box is a celebration of the booming gin-aissance but its BYO tonic to this party (unless you’re hard-core).

Drinks by the Dram, The 12 Rums of Christmas, $100
There’s nothing like some festive rum in your tum to warm the soul. From white to dark, spiced and navy-strength, there’s a whole new world of rum to discover behind these tiny windows. Made up of rums from around the world from Mauritius to The Caribbean, including brands like Diplomático, Mezan Jamaica and Pampero, this calendar covers most coveted rums around the globe, fit for any enthusiast.