I remember one December when I was around 4 years old, tearing open the first window of my advent calendar only to find a picture of a Christmas figure staring back at me, and much to my disappointment – no chocolate. Luckily, The Sphinx have compiled a comprehensive selection of tasty advent calendars including chocolate, gin, coffee and cheese to name a few, so you are sure to find the perfect advent calendar whatever your taste this December.
Chocolate Advent Calendars:
Here are some of our favourite chocolate-filled advent calendars guaranteed to satiate your sweet tooth, no matter what your budget is.
Lindt Advent Calendar:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01LAM3CR4/ref=asc_df_B01LAM3CR457135702/?tag=googshopuk-21&creative=22110&creativeASIN=B01LAM3CR4&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310868420873&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3799345067461735367&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046555&hvtargid=pla-562705979456&th=1&psc=1
RRP: £5.49
This advent calendar contains 24 melt-in-the-mouth chocolates, including 1 milk chocolate gold reindeer, 1 milk chocolate santa, 7 Swiss milk chocolate napolitains, 6 milk chocolate snowdrops, and 9 lindor mini truffles.
Hotel Chocolat Advent Calendar:

https://www.hotelchocolat.com/uk/the-advent-calendar-dark.html#start=4
RRP: £12.50
This luxurious advent calendar contains 24 Christmas sculptures, each made out of their signature 70% dark chocolate. This also happens to be suitable for vegans.
Moo Free Advent Calendar:

https://groceries.asda.com/product/view-all-advent-calendars/moo-free-advent-calendar/910002738671
RRP: £3.00
This milk-chocolate alternative advent calendar is perfect for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan but still want to get their chocolate fix in the morning.
Cadbury Dairy Milk Advent Calendar:

https://groceries.asda.com/product/view-all-advent-calendars/cadbury-dairy-milk-chocolate-advent-calendar/910002819623
RRP: £2.00
The classic Cadbury’s advent calendar will take you back to your childhood, and costs just 8.3 pence per chocolate.
Alcohol Advent Calendars:
These alcohol advent calendars are the perfect gift for someone who doesn’t like chocolate, and prefers a stronger treat throughout December, or perhaps enjoys a little glass of something after work.
Gin and Tonic Advent Calendar:

https://www.johnlewis.com/gin-tonic-advent-calendar-5-3l/p3643069
RRP: £95
This gin and tonic advent calendar contains a full-size bottle of The Lakes Distillery award winning Explorer Gin which is opened on the first day, and a different tonic to pair with it behind every door.
Prosecco and Fizz Advent Calendar:

https://www.johnlewis.com/prosecco-fizz-advent-calendar-4-8l/p3643067
RRP: £125
This is perfect for those who love their bubbles, consisting of prosecco, cava, sparkling wines and a bottle of champagne on Christmas Eve.
Beer Advent Calendar:

https://www.johnlewis.com/beer-advent-calendar-9-9l/p3643068
This advent calendar contains a selection brewed by Adnams in Southwold and includes a variety of beers from lagers to pale ales.
RRP: £70
Tea and Coffee Advent Calendars:
If you love your tea and coffee in the morning, then these advent calendars are perfect for you.
Holland and Barrett Tea Advent Calendar:

https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/holland-barrett-24-day-tea-advent-calendar-60048994
RRP: £6
Ideal for those who can’t leave the house without a cup of tea in the morning, this calendar offers 24 natural high quality organic teas including artichoke, matcha and jasmine flavours.
Beanies Flavoured Coffee Advent Calendar:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07HNLWCCV/ref=asc_df_B07HNLWCCV57135701/?tag=googshopuk-21&creative=22146&creativeASIN=B07HNLWCCV&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310533941985&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6250529517418190336&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046555&hvtargid=pla-626982065677
RRP: £20
This coffee advent calendar includes 46 sachets of coffee (2 per day) in assorted flavours, one jar of flavoured coffee, as well as a travel cup so you can enjoy your drink on the go. All the flavours are also sugar free and suitable for vegans.
Food Advent Calendars:
We have complied a variety of advent calendars featuring alternative treats to traditional chocolate calendars, such as cheese, biscuits, marshmallows and sweets.
Ilchester Cheese Advent Calendar:

https://www.sainsburys.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=44&productId=1249222&gclid=CjwKCAiAlvnfBRA1EiwAVOEgfPPAIAUOAPUJxyrdPEyZemzwZUEN1nl5V7EO6xVoImn4tg1O5UD3cxoCtXEQAvD_BwE&storeId=10151&krypto=D440fpVvnhw9wXRydNOBiY0%2FHqUsX%2Fwtxfp7kDbedN%2BfJXslvwoGs6mUkmboWqlbpTFjkIBb9b3kEyQqHStFIio8SuUGlsyReBk2PmaSyfKDrTE7nTPJ5a4jqhKbiMw5oiFONDWRQjj28w9yx8kf9ZclBEfjqS8EVvJZt26QvR1RTGUOuI%2Fd%2B5XoiJ2NcKy0yot6A58Y9%2FqGcOPeQa0dU2YfTTbz%2BMpGQ3cFw%2BImYLFcTRRv98D%2B92aSM6rSGfIp
RRP: £10
This is the world’s first cheese advent calendar, and includes a 7 different varieties of delicious cheeses featuring a limited edition cheese on Christmas Eve.
McVitie’s Advent Calendar:

https://www.bmstores.co.uk/products/mcvitie-s-advent-calendar-342949
RRP: £6.99
This advent calendar is filled with 24 full-size biscuit bars including Penguins, Gold Bars, Club Mints, Club Oranges and a pack of Iced Gems.
Marshmallow Advent Calendar:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Naked-Marshmallow-Christmas-Advent-Calendar/dp/B07HM57FTK
RRP: £15
This unusual twist on an advent calendar features six alternating marshmallow flavours including salted caramel, candy floss, strawberry cream, gingerbread, mint choc chip and s’mores! There is also a milk chocolate spoon behind door 25 which has a classic Vanilla Bean marshmallow.
Haribo Advent Calendar:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Haribo-Advent-Calendar-Christmas-sweets/dp/B0052VSMPC?th=1
RRP: £5
This sweets advent calendar comprises of a selection of mini bags of Haribo favourites from around the world with seasonal themed bags and jellies.
Candy Kittens Advent Calendar:

https://candykittens.co.uk/shop/advent-calendar
RRP: £6
This advent calendar has sweets in 4 different flavours: blueberry bliss, peach fizz, sour watermelon and wild strawberry. All the sweets are suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Featured image: https://www.lakesdistillery.com/online-shop-c13/christmas-c35/the-lakes-gin-gin-advent-calendar-p205