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The best whisky advent calendars that are sure to lift your spirits this festive season

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If chocolate advent calendars and beauty advent calendars aren’t really your thing, maybe something like an alcohol advent calendar (more specifically, a whisky advent calendar) is more up your alley.

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Whisky advent calendars are made for those who know the differences between scotch and bourbon, but they’re also made for those who are wanting to dip their toes into the whisky-drinking world.

However many whiskies there are to taste, discover and unpack this silly season, it’s certainly up there with one of the best ways to count down to December 25.

So, if you’re ready for a booze-ful Christmas and want to find your next favourite tipple, then prepare yourself, because we’ve rounded up the best whisky advent calendars to buy in Australia this year – but first …

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The best whisky advent calendars in 2025

whisky advent calendar

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Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

$171.99 at Master of Malt

Filled with 25 different whiskies from Australia’s best distilleries, this year’s Whisky Advent Calendar from Drinks by Dram is set to take whisky lovers through a month-long roller coaster ride.

With 25 different samples on offer, you’ll feel extra satisfied as you sip your way through December.

Key features:

  • Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old
  • Chivas Regal 18 Year Old
  • Fielden Rye Whisky
  • Glen Garioch 12 Year Old
  • Islay Single Malt (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Old
  • Kilchoman Machir Bay
  • Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish
  • Loch Lomond Steam & Fire
  • Lochlea Our Barley
  • Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
  • WhistlePig PiggyBack 6 Year Old and more
whisky club advent calendar

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The Whisky Club Advent Calendar 2025

$295 at The Whisky Club

The Whisky Club’s festive tradition is back and better than ever! From Scotland to Ireland to the across the globe, this secret selection guarantees a sensational tasting journey. 

In fact, one of the mystery bottles won ‘World’s Best Single Malt’ recently, supposedly making this truly the most wonderful treat of the year. The Whisky Club promises you’ll be trembling from head to mistletoe with excitement!

Key features:

  • Whisky from regions in Scotland, Ireland, and more
  • 25-day countdown
Single cask whisky advent calendar

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The Single Cask Whisky advent calendar 2025 (premium edition)

$939 (usually $1,017) at Cask Cartel

Unlock the world of exceptional single cask whiskies with another winner available on Cask Cartel. Featuring 25 meticulously curated 30ml wax-sealed drams, delve into award-winning expressions and diverse styles from renowned distilleries.

From all around the world, this collection promises an unparalleled tasting journey for the whisky enthusiast in your life.

Key features:

  • A range of 30ml bottled drams
  • 25-day countdown
peaty whisky advent calendar

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Peaty Whisky advent calendar (2025 edition)

$232.22 at Master of Malt

The Peaty whisky advent calendar showcases the smokiest varieties of whiskies, perfect for those who love to indulge in the aromatics of this spirit.

Key features:

  • Laphroaig 18 Year Old
  • Laphroaig Elements 1.0
  • Ledaig 10 Year Old – Hebridean Moon
  • Ledaig Rioja Cask Finish – Sinclair Series
  • Mac-Talla 2009 Rum Cask Fèis Ìle 2024 – Limited Edition
  • Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey
  • Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Port Askaig 8 Year Old
  • Port Charlotte 10 Year Old
  • Rock Island Year Of The Dragon
  • Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Overproof
  • Talisker 10 Year Old and more
the world whisky advent calendar

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The World Whisky advent calendar 2025

$705 (usually $939) at Cask Cartel

Get ready to globetrot from your glass this season! This advent calendar packs in 24 handcrafted 30ml wax-sealed drams, showcasing award-winning whiskies from renowned distilleries worldwide. From unexpected finds to classics we know and love (to drink), this diverse selection brings the world of luxury and whisky right to your doorstep.

Key features:

  • Abasolo
  • Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask
  • Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whisky
  • Hibiki Japanese Harmony
  • Milk & Honey Classic Single Malt
  • Starward Projects – Ginger Beer Cask #7
  • SStarward Nova
  • Pokeno – Origin
  • Noble Rebel Smoke Symphony
  • Glendalough Double Barrel Irish Whiskey
  • Brenne French Single Malt Whisky and more
whisky advent calendar with bottles

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That boutique-y whisky company advent calendar 2025

$232.33 at Master of Malt

Forget about counting the days till Christmas with a small piece of chocolate – the folks at Drinks by the Dram and That Boutique-y Whisky Company have got you sorted. This year, they’ve put together some delicious samples of the highest quality whisky from across the globe.

Key features:

  • Speyside Whisky 12 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Islay Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Westport 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • World Whisky Blend (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Craigellachie 10 Year Old – Batch 7 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Millstone 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Glenrothes 25 Year Old – Batch 12 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
bourbon and American whiskey advent calendar

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Bourbon & American Whiskey advent calendar (2025 edition)

$232.22 at Master of Malt

The limited-edition Johnnie Walker advent calendar will be a show stopping, statement addition to any drinks’ collection. It contains six award-winning Scotch whiskies to make the Christmas countdown even more festive.

Key features:

  • FEW Bourbon
  • Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
  • Four Roses Small Batch Select
  • Maker’s Mark Cask Strength
  • Michter’s US1 Bourbon Michter’s US1 Sour Mash Whiskey
  • Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No.5) – Master of Malt Exclusive
  • St. George Baller Single Malt
  • St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey
  • Templeton Rye 10 Year Old
  • Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
  • Westward Whiskey
  • Widow Jane 10 Year Old and more
sherry cask whisky advent calendar

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Sherry Cask Whisky advent calendar (2025 edition)

$232.22 at Master of Malt

Taste and savour the best whiskies from around the world – all packaged in this elegantly designed sip-mas advent calendar. From single malt to Japanese blended, take your taste buds on a journey this Christmas.

Key features:

  • Redbreast Lustau Edition
  • Tobermory 21 Year Old
  • Tomatin 10 Year Old 2014 Sherry Collection – Manzanilla Edition
  • Olorosum 10 Year Old
  • Glenfarclas 15 Year Old
  • Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky
  • Arran Bodega Sherry Cask
  • Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast
  • Old Perth Manzanilla Limited Edition
  • Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Sherry Casks 10 Year Old
  • GlenAllachie 15 Year Old
  • Astra Victoria 12 Year Old
  • Old Perth Palo Cortado Limited Edition and more
Japanese whisky calendar

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Japanese Whisky advent calendar 2025

$344.07 at Master of Malt

In a gorgeous gold leaf and cherry red design, this stunning pick is just as delicious as it looks, showcasing 25 mouth-watering Japanese whiskies for you to enjoy.

Key features:

  • Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
  • Hakushu 12 Year Old
  • Hakushu Distiller’s Reserve
  • Hatozaki 12 Year Old Umeshu Cask Finish
  • Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
  • Hibiki Japanese Harmony
  • Ichiro’s Malt & Grain World Blended Whisky (46.5%)
  • Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
  • Mars Kasei
  • Mars Maltage Cosmo
  • Miyagikyo Single Malt
  • Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky and more
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Is there a whisky advent calendar?

There are many whisky advent calendars available this Christmas. Whether you are interested in trying whiskies from a specific region in Scotland, Japan, the US or anywhere around the world, there is an advent calendar catering to your every sipping desire.

Please remember to drink responsibly. If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Alcohol and Other Drug hotline 1800 250 015 or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.


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