45 Best Food and Drink Advent Calendars for 2024: Bonne Maman, Frango Mints, Harry & David and More

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There's no better way to count down the days to Christmas than with an Advent calendar. And, these days, they're not only for kids. They (literally) come in all shapes and sizes, filled with anything you can imagine. Whether you're craving hand-crafted caramels, chocolate-covered bacon or a wine tasting, there's a calendar that will satisfy everyone's taste buds. And don't worry, we didn't forget about your four-legged friends -- we uncovered Advent calendars full of treats for dogs and cats, too. And while Christmas is still a few months away, Advent calendars tend to sell out quickly, so it's best to order them now. Without further ado, here are our favorite picks for the best food and drink Advent calendars to try out in 2024.

Best food and drink Advent calendars overall

Bonne Maman

This popular calendar includes 24 adorably petite jars of different limited-edition jams and jellies (and honey), all of which are free of high fructose corn syrup and completely all-natural. It's perfect for any toast lover on your list this holiday season (or, you know, yourself). There's a mix of both new and classic flavors, including Caramel with Coffee and Apricot with Orange Blossom. This sells out year after year, so don't hesitate if tasty preserves are your jam for Advent.

Fortnum & Mason

If you can't choose what type of food and drink Advent calendar to get, this one has some of everything. It includes items like Christmas Tea Biscuits, Fig & Fennel Chutney and Chocolate Chestnut Liqueur, among many mouthwatering others.

Dandelion Chocolate

If you're looking for an elegant Advent calendar to gift someone -- or yourself -- this one is the perfect choice. Inside, you'll find deletable chocolates from 25 chocolatiers across North America (from 15 states and one Canadian province). Each piece of chocolate comes in its own ornament, as well, so it's like two gifts in one. Speaking of which, if you want your chocolate calendar all to yourself -- and we don't blame you -- you can also order a calendar for two at a bundle price of $295.

Uncommon Goods

We all know a hot sauce fanatic and this Advent calendar will definitely spice up their life. They'll get 12 days' worth of 1.75-ounce bottles with all kinds of spice levels -- from sweet and savory to mild and hot -- including Oh My Garlic,Pineapple Papaya BBQ, Psycho Curry and more. Perfect for your own version of Hot Ones at home.

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There are dozens of pet-friendly calendars to choose from, but the Himalayan Pet Supply has 24 quality bites for dogs, including freeze-dried meat snacks, bacon cookies and cheesy peanut butter bears. All the ingredients -- which don't contain lactose or gluten -- are clearly labeled, so you can see what you're giving your four-legged friend.

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If there's an Advent calendar for dogs, there has to be one for cats, right? Luckily, MeatloafsKitchen on Etsy makes one. For 25 days, your feline friend will get between one to three small treats, like meaty tenders, soft turkey treats and freeze-dried minnows.

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  • 12 Days of Bacon Advent Calendar: $89. If you or someone you know is a bacon addict, order this right now. It has all sorts of bacon-y snacks, like bacon-flavored brittle and chocolate-covered bacon.
  • The Grinch Advent Calendar: $80. In this calendar, the Grinch actually likes Christmas, and you'll find 24 days' worth of sweet treats like chocolate hearts, gummy rings and sanded gummy snowmen.
  • Williams-Sonoma Chuck’s Luxury Advent Calendar: $300. Any foodie on your gift list will love this assortment of delicacies, featuring items such as Bonne Maman Preserves, Medici Almonds and Williams-Sonoma's famously delicious peppermint bark. You'll uncover a few fun non-food items, too, like a Fleur De Sel Votive Candle.

Best savory Advent calendars

All cheese lovers know Murray's Cheese in New York City and its Advent calendar sells out fast. It comes with all types of cheese -- like creamy aged English cheddar to nutty Manchego and more -- with crackers and jams, too. Although the 2024 Advent calendar is not out yet, you can sign up on the Murray's website to be alerted when it's available so you don't miss out.

This 24-day Advent calendar is a food dream come true for any culinary friends or family. Oliviers & Co is renowned for its olive oil and Mediterranean food products, and this calendar features olive oil flavors like basil, mandarin and green lemon, as well as several kinds of vinegar, like pomegranate and white wine. There are truffles, too, including caramelized hazelnut and cappuccino, and some other surprises, such as honey and jam. Hungry yet? Us, too.

For a twist on the typical chocolate Advent calendar -- or in addition to it -- this charcuterie version will fulfill all your savory needs. One day, you'll get Beef Summer Sausage; another, you'll get Farmhouse Cheddar; and yet another, you'll get Sweet Hot Mustard -- plus nine more tasty treats.

This is one of the most beautiful Advent calendars we’ve ever seen, both inside and out. Not only are the wooden drawers filled will all kinds of incredible treats -- like mini mints, chocolate peppermint truffles and vanilla shortbread cookies with red sanding sugar -- but it lights up, too, and can be reused year after year.

This popcorn wreath is not only festive, but delicious. The popcorn lovers in your life will get six varieties of gourmet popcorn, plus six kinds of seasoning. And they can also reuse the tins once every kernel’s been popped.

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This meaty calendar from Give Them Beer may only have 12 offerings, but considering each one is a full bag of jerky that's plenty. This year's calendar features top brands, like Righteous Felon, People's Choice and Long Beach, among others. As Give Them Beer says, it's "a reminder that every day can be a little more savory."

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Best sweet Advent calendars

The peppermint bark chocolates in this calendar are the perfect size for a daily sweet treat, which is a good thing, since once you try one, you'll immediately want another. You'll have 24 days' worth of toy soldiers, Santas and other holiday-themed chocolates to indulge in.

For a little daily dose of chocolate by the renowned Kinder brand -- the second largest chocolate brand in the world, by the way -- this 24-day Advent calendar will do the trick for either kids or adults. Each mini chocolate contains a milky filling and they’re just small enough that you won’t experience any chocolate guilt.

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Yet another way to treat a sweet tooth, this whimsically designed calendar hides 24 creamy, handmade caramels -- 12 classic caramels and 12 unique flavors. The small-batch candies are slow cooked in copper kettles using the best (and fewest) ingredients possible. The calendar makes for a perfect gift for the caramel lover in your life (and we all know at least one).

Williams-Sonoma

For wannabe wizards, this Harry Potter-themed calendar conceals a mix of candies that even muggles will love, including Butterscotch Buttons and, of course, Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans. Cast your summoning charm ASAP because we're guessing these will sell out before you can say accio!

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This garden-themed Advent calendar is a limited edition and contains 24 chocolates, which are handmade in L.A. The flavorful pieces include Honey Lavender, Caramel Apple and Raspberry Rose, among others. Order now -- before it sells out -- and the calendars will begin to ship on Nov. 1.

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This adorable and festive calendar houses 24 different candies (four pieces of each), from Red Apple Gummies to Gingerbread Cuties and more. It's perfect for the person with a sweet tooth in your life who's tired of the usual chocolate, if such people actually exist.

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Best alcohol Advent calendars

Flaviar

For those who prefer their holiday cheer in stronger liquid form, this calendar serves up 24 1.7-ounce pours of whiskey from around the globe. The theme this year is Hotel Flaviar and comes with a set of Glencairn glasses and a tasting booklet, as well as a "hotel keycard" -- a complimentary one-year Flaviar Black Membership. This calendar is not cheap, but with all the top-shelf pours, I can't think of a better gift for a spirits lover. But be warned -- this decadent Advent calendar typically sells out faster than most.

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Did someone order a beer tasting for December? Yes, we did. This sudsy calendar features 12 of the best craft beers out there -- including IPAs, Ales and Stouts -- from some of America's most popular breweries. Talk about a hoppy holiday.

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This wonderful wine calendar features 24 different kinds (more than six ounces of each) to try in the lead-up to Christmas. This year’s theme is Red, White & Rosé and you’ll get to sample reds and whites from wine-producing regions all over the globe, from California to Italy. This not only makes a great gift, but it's also a great gift for yourself.

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If 24 or 12 days of indulgence is a little much for you, let us acquaint you with Woodford's 8 Days of Spirit. While there isn't any actual bourbon in this one, you will find other delights for mixing cocktails behind each window, including aromatic bitters and cocktail mixers.

Jack Daniel's

This boozy Advent calendar houses 12 50ml bottles of Jack Daniel's and other whiskeys from the JD family, like Honey, Rye and Gentlemen Jack. Yes, please.

Vinebox

Vinebox is back with its ever-popular wine-tasting Advent calendar. This year, there are three options; the European Holiday collection, the Coastal Holiday collection, or get them both in the 24 Days of Wine box for $199. Both collections skew toward red, but also include a few whites and a couple rosés, all housed in sleek vials and curated by Vinebox's in-house sommeliers.

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Best tea, coffee and cocoa Advent calendars

YawnBrew

If you can't decide between a coffee, tea or hot chocolate Advent calendar, luckily Yawn Brew has created a 24-pack combo one with all three. The coffees include roasts such as Brazil Fazenda Sun Dried and Kenya AA, the teas include blends like Chocolate Cake and Toffee Apple, and the hot cocoa flavors include Salted Caramel and Candy Cane. And if you just want to focus on one type of hot beverage, the brand also offers a coffee Advent calendar ($65) and tea Advent calendar ($41), as well as a hot chocolate Advent calendar ($48).

If you can't make hot chocolate by scratch on the stove, doing so with a Keurig is the next best thing. These 24 K-cups come in all kinds of festive flavors, including cinnamon, peppermint, gingerbread and more. In a matter of seconds, you'll have a piping hot cup of cocoa, so be sure to have some marshmallows on hand.

With this Advent calendar from Door County Coffee & Tea Co., not only will you get to experience 24 full-pot bags of delicious java, but you'll also be supporting a small business -- so it's a win-win. With fun flavors like Almond Toffee, Candy Cane and Bourbon Vanilla Cream, your mornings will never be the same.

Vahdam

For a loose leaf tea drinker, this is the clear pick, classy inside and out. From black tea to chai, among others, enjoy a different one of Vahdam's many delicate in-house tea blends each day in December until Christmas. And you can reuse the tin caddies, too.

David's Tea

If it's tea that makes you merry and bright, this calendar will have you ready for whatever the holidays bring. It hides 24 vegan and Certified Organic teas from around the world, whether you need an energy boost with a caffeinated tea or an herbal one to unwind. Some of these include Nepal White Tea, Silk Dragon Jasmine Tea and Mint Everest Tea, so get your tea mug ready.

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Tea lovers, look no further. In this Advent calendar from Parisian tea company Palais des Thés, you can enjoy a new flavor every day leading up to Christmas. Whether you’re a morning tea drinker or need an excuse to have “tea time” every afternoon, this calendar’s got you covered (though you’ll have to make your own High Tea sandwiches and scones).

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