Counting down to Christmas just got a whole lot tastier. This year’s advent calendars are serving pure joy in miniature form – and yes, they’re far more fun than the cardboard chocolate ones you tore into as a kid. Think craft beers behind tiny doors, dainty gin bottles for every day of December, and glossy chocolates that look almost too good to eat. From luxe foodie favourites to cheeky boozy surprises, 2025’s advent calendars are bigger, bolder and sweeter than ever – whether you’re gifting, sharing or secretly opening all 24 doors at once.
This might just be the king of all advent calendars. The Haighs Luxury advent calendar ($1,350 – yes, really) returns for its fifth year. An opulent take on a timeless Christmas tradition, each of the 24 gold-embossed drawers holds handcrafted Australian chocolates, curated by expert chocolatiers using only the finest, unique ingredients. A decadent countdown for chocolate lovers, it transforms every day of December into a moment of indulgence. Find it here.
The Koko Black Advent Calendar never disappoints – and this year, the 2025 collection is bigger, bolder and more indulgent than ever. There’s a playful new Giant Critters Calendar ($79.90) with 24 Aussie-inspired chocolates plus fun bespoke designs on the more traditional options, each day brings a handcrafted treat and a little festive magic, making the countdown to Christmas deliciously irresistible. Find them here.
The Bonne Maman advent calendar ($83) might be the most coveted jam-based festive countdown product around – the curated box of teeny tiny jars sells out early pretty much every year, so get in quick if you’re a big toast fan. Order it online here.
Crafted by One More Chocolates – a small-batch artisan chocolatier based in Petersham, Sydney – this advent calendar ($66) features 25 hand-crafted chocolates, freshly made by Chef Joao using real fruit fillings for exceptional flavour and freshness. Beautifully presented in an Australian summer–themed box, it’s a celebration of fine craftsmanship designed to delight. Shipping and click-and-collect begin 18-21 November to ensure every bite arrives perfectly fresh. Pre-order it now here.
Messina’s chocolate advent calendar ($120) comes filled to the brim with glossy gorgeous treats filled with a unique or gelato-inspired flavour – all doused in white, milk, and dark chocolate. This one will sell out in half a second, so if you miss out, keep it in mind for next year. Order online here, and pick up in-store between Friday 28th-Sunday 30th November.
Bring a little of the London Christmas spirit home with Harrods’ indulgent Food Halls Advent Calendar ($570). Brimming with signature Harrods favourites and festive treats, each window reveals something to savour – from rich chocolates and buttery shortbread to spiced teas and more. Order it online here.
Melbourne’s award-winning White Possum distillery is back to make the Christmas countdown a little more spirited. The 2025 advent calendars – one for gin lovers, one for whisky fans – feature 25 hand-picked Australian mini bottles, each with tasting notes and distillery stories. Wrapped in collectible designs by Parul Sen, they’re a gift as beautiful as they are boozy. Available here from $259.
Ok, it’s already sold out, but we couldn’t not include the Gewürzhaus advent calendar. Countdown to Christmas with 24 herb and spice blends, each hidden behind beautifully illustrated windows in a Swedish-inspired festive scene – a fragrant and playful way to savour the season. Keep an eye out for the 2026 release here.
Looking for something a little more traditional, but still luxe? This Haigh’s advent calendar package ($54.90) includes a charming gingerbread house-shaped fabric advent calendar and a filling pack of Haigh’s finest chocolates – a festive keepsake you can refill and reuse for seasons to come. Find it here.
This Christmas, enjoy a taste of Harrods’ famed Roastery & Bake Hall – one cup at a time. Behind each door of the Tea Lovers Advent Calendar ($150) awaits two silken tea bags brimming with premium blends. Whether you take yours with milk, sugar or a dash of festive spirit, you can find it here.
