Christmas Gift Guides / 25 October 2026

10 of the Best Alternative Advent Calendars for Adults

Advent calendars aren’t just for children or beauty lovers. From speciality coffee and fine teas to gourmet treats, jewellery and cocktails, these alternative advent calendars offer a little something to look forward to each day in the run-up to Christmas. Whether you’re shopping for someone special or treating yourself, these are the calendars worth counting down to.

Junior Magazine Christmas Gift Guides 10 of the Best Alternative Advent Calendars for Adults
Junior Magazine Ideal for Coffee Lovers

Ideal for Coffee Lovers

Count down to Christmas with a daily caffeine fix from Grind, featuring a tempting selection of coffees to discover and enjoy throughout December. The perfect way to make every morning feel a little more special.

SHOP HERE: Coffee Pod advent calendar, from £29.95, Grind

Junior Magazine Ideal for Jewellery Lovers

Ideal for Jewellery Lovers

Treat someone special or yourself  to Missoma’s gold-plated jewellery advent calendar, featuring six exclusive pieces, from everyday hoops and delicate chains to stacking bracelets. Beautifully presented in a velvet jewellery case, it’s a gift to enjoy throughout the festive season and treasure long after Christmas.

SHOP HERE: Missoma gold or silver advent calendar, from £465, Missoma

Junior Magazine SHOP HERE: Bonne Maman advent calendar, £33, Bonne Maman

Ideal for Jam and Breakfast Lovers

Bonne Maman’s Advent Calendar adds a little French charm to the festive season, with 23 mini jars of fruit conserves and indulgent spreads, including exclusive seasonal flavours, plus a surprise gift behind the final door. A lovely way to brighten up winter breakfasts and discover new favourites.

SHOP HERE: Bonne Maman advent calendar, £33, Bonne Maman

Junior Magazine Ideal for Chocolate Lovers

Ideal for Chocolate Lovers

Venchi’s Prestige Advent Calendar brings a touch of Italian indulgence to the festive season, with 24 windows hiding an assortment of chocolates in tempting flavours and textures. Presented in a striking chequerboard design, it’s a sophisticated gift for anyone who appreciates beautifully crafted chocolate

SHOP HERE: Prestige Advent Calendar Vintage Dream £56, Venchi

Junior Magazine Ideal for Tea Lovers

Ideal for Tea Lovers

Swap the usual chocolate for a comforting cuppa. Each door reveals a different tea or infusion, from fruity and herbal blends to familiar favourites, making it a lovely way to discover new flavours and enjoy a little moment of calm each day.

SHOP HERE: Limited Edition Advent Calendar, £13.99 Twinings

Junior Magazine Ideal for Candle Lovers

Ideal for Candle Lovers

The White Company’s 12 Days of Fragrance collection features 12 mini votive candles in signature and seasonal scents, from Seychelles and Grapefruit & Mandarin to Fireside and Winter. It’s a lovely way to create a cosy atmosphere at home throughout December and beyond.

SHOP HERE: 12 Days of Fragrance Votive Candle Collection, £130, The White Company

Junior Magazine Ideal for Cocktail Lovers

Ideal for Cocktail Lovers

Bring a little bar-quality indulgence home with this limited edition calendar, featuring 24 ready-to-serve cocktails, from timeless classics to festive twists. Simply add ice, pour and enjoy –  a stylish gift for anyone who loves discovering new drinks or unwinding with a favourite cocktail.

SHOP HERE: 24 Cocktail Box, £155, NIO Cocktails

Junior Magazine Ideal for Food Lovers

Ideal for Food Lovers

Daylesford’s Farm Shop Advent Calendar is a festive treasure trove of gourmet treats and thoughtful home gifts. Behind its 25 drawers are seasonal food and drink, candles and handmade decorations, making it a luxurious gift for anyone who loves the finer things in life.

SHOP HERE: Farmshop Christmas Advent Calendar £275, Daylesford

Junior Magazine Ideal for Craft Lovers

Ideal for Craft Lovers

Caterpillar Cross Stitch’s Advent Calendar Box makes time for a little festive creativity, with cross-stitch patterns, colourful threads, fabrics, needle minders and other stitching essentials. Including beginner-friendly projects and housed in a reusable keepsake box, it’s a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves a hands-on hobby.

SHOP HERE: Cross Stitch Advent Calendar Box, £109, Caterpillar Cross Stitch

Junior Magazine Ideal for Stationery Lovers

Ideal for Stationery Lovers

Ideal for stationery lovers, the Meri Meri x Liberty Advent Calendar is filled with thoughtful little details, from notebooks and notecards to decorations, ribbons and keepsakes. Finished with Liberty’s signature floral print and a velvet bow, the box can be reused to store treasured bits and pieces long after Christmas.

SHOP HERE: Meri Meri X Liberty Stationery and Gifts Advent Calendar, £100, Meri Meri