The Ultimate Food & Drink Gift Guide for Christmas 2025
- Yvette Thomson
- Nov 27
- 4 min read
The holidays are made for generosity, for slow afternoons shared with good company and gifts chosen with intention. This selection brings together rare spirits, artisan hampers and playful luxuries that feel thoughtful, surprising and beautifully crafted.
Each piece has its own story, ready to be unwrapped by someone who appreciates flavour, artistry and a little winter magic.
Compass Box Brûlée Royale
This limited-edition blend tastes like Christmas in a crystal coupe. Think custard, scorched sugar, baked peach and a whisper of pastry sweetness. Drawn from rare parcels across Scotland and finished with Parisian flair, it is the sort of dram that turns a quiet winter night into theatre.
Price: £105
Sam’s Larder Whispers of Noel Hamper
A festive treasure chest of sweet treats, savoury classics and a bottle of lively prosecco. This hamper feels generous and carefully curated, the kind of gift that turns a slow December afternoon into an unplanned feast. Every item has a touch of elegance, right down to the kindness coins.
Price: £130
Aureus Vita Fibonacci Dry Gin
Aureus Vita is gin as alchemy, created through a distillation method based on the golden ratio. The result is velvety, complex and bright with juniper and baobab. It’s a statement bottle for someone who loves the rare and the remarkable, especially when poured into a golden hour martini.
Price: £169
Wick Guru Buttery Croissant Candle
A candle that smells like a warm bakery drifting into your living room. Buttery layers, soft vanilla and a hint of caramel come together in a scent that feels playful and indulgent. Light it on a cold morning and pretend you live above a Parisian patisserie.
Price: from £35
Bathtub Gin x Tart London Folklore Gin
Wrapped in illustrated woodland creatures and moonlit magic, this bottle feels like a winter keepsake. Inside is Bathtub Gin in all its bold, double infused glory, rich with botanical depth and warming spice. It is a beautiful blend of art and craft that transforms the simplest serve.
Price: £34.95
Magna Carta Rum
A smooth Caribbean rum infused with natural spices and crafted for easy sipping. Packaged in a travel ready format, it fits neatly into holiday plans and after dinner pours. Aged in copper stills and finished by hand, it brings warmth, richness and a touch of wanderlust to the season.
Price: £43
Eataly The Icon Hamper
A celebration of Italian indulgence, packed with Eataly favourites that transform any kitchen into a holiday escape. Panettone, gianduja, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and limited edition pasta create a refined selection. A gift for someone who believes festive food should be both generous and joyful.
Price: £130
Buy here:https://eataly.slerp.com/order/store/eataly-shop-online-nationwide-delivery/the-icon-hamper---eataly
Never Say Die Small Batch Rye Whiskey
A transatlantic rye with a story as compelling as its flavour. Distilled in Kentucky, matured in England, shaped by an ocean voyage and crowned Best New Rye of 2025, it delivers layers of cinnamon, honey, mint and chocolate. Smooth, confident and perfect for the bourbon lover who thinks they have tasted it all.
Price: £65.95
Carluccio’s Panettone & Prosecco Gift Set
A festive pairing of soft panettone with crisp Bottega Prosecco. Choose from chocolate, limoncello, zabaione or fruity seasonal styles, or go all in with Bottega Gold. It’s an effortless gift for anyone who treats Christmas breakfast as a yearly ritual.
Price: from £35.95
Whitewolfe Estates KC English Chardonnay Box Set
Three English Chardonnays from the acclaimed Kits Coty region, each with a distinct personality. KC1 brings mineral precision, KC2 offers richness and citrus depth, and KC3 keeps things bright and vibrant. A refined showcase of English winemaking for a serious wine lover.
Price: £134.99
Sticks’n’Sushi Gift Card
For the friend who lives for maki, skewers and champagne on the side. A Sticks’n’Sushi gift card delivers an instant plan for January nights or festive catch ups. Clean flavours, beautiful presentation and that signature Nordic Japanese style make it a crowd pleaser every time.
Price: variable
Buy here: https://giftcard.sticksnsushi.com/gb
Harp of Darkness Irish Whiskey
Designed to pair with a pint, this Irish whiskey leans into roasted malt, dark chocolate and ginger snap. Matured in bourbon casks and full of stout friendly depth, it's a playful nod to pub culture with a polished finish. Ideal for anyone who loves a winter pour.
Price: £34.95
Dishoom Culinary Hamper
This vibrant blue box brings the warmth of a Bombay café straight into your kitchen. Inside sits everything you need for cosy, spice filled cooking sessions: a beautifully written Dishoom cookbook, a gleaming Masala Dabba, fragrant House Chai, a soft cotton tea towel and their much-loved incense set with its wooden holder. It’s thoughtful, aromatic and guaranteed to charm anyone who considers comfort food a love language.
Price: £90
Cygnet 22 Welsh Gin, 70cl
A beautifully refined Welsh gin crafted with precision and poise, Cygnet 22 is a standout for those who appreciate elegance in the details. Expect a clean, contemporary profile with bright citrus, soft juniper and layered botanicals that feel both modern and timeless. Smooth, delicate and designed to be savoured, it’s the kind of bottle that elevates a bar cart instantly. A luxurious choice for the discerning gin lover.
Price: £52
Prawn on the Lawn Rosé
Fresh, pale and quietly elegant, this seafood friendly rosé from Portugal feels like sunshine bottled for winter. Notes of stone fruit and citrus cut through festive menus with ease. Created by Prawn on the Lawn with Quinta da Boa Esperança, it’s a thoughtful choice for the rosé loyalist.
Price: £20
MOTH Party Pack
This little black box of cocktails brings instant joy to any gathering. Full strength classics appear in chic tins, ready to chill, pour and dance. From fresh Palomas to polished Espresso Martinis, each one feels like a clever shortcut to bar worthy mixing without any of the work.
Price: £22
Whether you’re spoiling someone you adore or simply curating your own festive pleasures, these gifts go beyond the expected. Each one carries a little indulgence, a little craft and a lot of good taste. Wrap well, pour generously and enjoy the kind of season that lingers long after the last ribbon hits the floor.
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