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Swap chocs for drams this Christmas with these Best Buy whisky advent calendars

A whisky advent calendar

This festive season, spice up your Christmas countdown with an altogether more adventurous advent calendar, one that opens a daily door to a Winter wonderland of whiskies, the true spirit of Christmas.

We’ve cherry-picked a selection of irresistible Whisky Advent Calendars that promise an exploration of diverse regions, styles, and age statements. Your yuletide whisky journey begins here!


World Whisky Advent Calendar from Drink by the Dram

If your taste buds crave a global adventure, the World Whisky Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram is your ticket. Unveil 24 wax-sealed 30ml drams, showcasing the diverse flavours of whiskies from every corner of the world. Highlights include Amrut Single Malt, Hibiki Japanese Harmony, Glendalough Double Barrel Irish Whiskey and Brenne French Single Malt.

An ideal gift for whisky enthusiasts as well as a personal journey into the realms of international whisky craftsmanship.
£149.95 from Master of Malt


Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram

Dive into the heart of American whiskey with this bourbon-based jamboree. 24 wax-sealed 30ml drams feature a curated selection of bourbon, rye, and Tennessee whiskey, including Daddy Rack Small Batch Straight Tennessee Whiskey, Maker’s Mark 46 and Rebel Bourbon Tawny Port Barrel Finish. Perfect for those seeking a true taste of America’s liquid gold.
£149.95 from Master of Malt

That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar

Eagerly anticipated by whisky aficionados, That Boutique-y Whisky Company’s Advent Calendar is a yearly collaboration certain to bring joy to every dram lover. Each 30ml sample has been independently bottled by Boutique-y. Hidden treats include Balblair 7 Year Old, Speyside #3 8 Year Old, Glendullan 16 Year Old and North British 30 Year Old.
£149.95 from Master of Malt

Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram

Cast your whisky net further afield, and embark on a journey through the nuanced and exquisite world of Japanese whisky with this advent calendar. Drams include The Chita Single Grain, Nikka Whisky From The Barrel, Toki Blended and Yamazaki Distiller’s Reserve. A gloriously indulgent excuse to experience the artistry of Japanese distillers and their captivating expressions.~
£249.95 from Master of Malt

Very Old and Rare Whisky Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram

Finally, for the ultimate connoisseur, this luxury set is a treasure trove of exceptional drams. Experience rarities like Karuizawa Five Decades, Glenfiddich 40 Year Old, and Glenfarclas 60 Year Old! It’s an opulent collection that promises to redefine every whisky journey.
£9,999.95 from Master of Malt

Drink in 2026 with these Jamaican sherried rum, peated whisky, and high-strength bourbon exclusives

The Whisky Exchange has dropped three new exclusive bottlings to mark the start of 2026, spanning Scotch whisky, American bourbon and Jamaican rum. The limited collection comprises an experimental single-cask Torabhaig from the Isle of Skye, a punchy single-barrel bourbon from Bardstown Bourbon Company, and a sherry-cask-aged Hampden Estate rum that leans fully into the…

New Cask Strength Highland Park whisky puts Orkney heather front and centre

Just in time for Burns Night, Orkney-based Highland Park has announced a limited-edition cask strength single malt whisky. The new release, Cask Strength: Heather, is made using 100 per cent Orkney peat-smoked barley, with peat sourced responsibly from Hobbister Moor, just a few miles from the distillery. Given Orkney’s northern latitude, trees struggle to grow,…

Toasting the Bard: Where to eat, drink and celebrate Burns Night 2026

January may feel long and grey, but one undoubted bright spot is Burns Night, the annual celebration held on January 25, marking the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. For whisky lovers, it’s one of the most convivial fixtures of the year: a night where poetry, food and Scotland’s greatest export meet in cheerful,…