GET ready to count down to Christmas in boozy style: these are the best rum advent calendars available to shop now.
Whether you're a rum connoisseur, know someone who is, or are just keen to try something different – a rum advent calendar is a great way to get into the festive spirit (literally) while sampling some liquors from established and new producers from around the world.
These days, there are endless categories of advent calendars up for grabs, so if you're after something a little different to chocolates behind each window – then a rum advent calendar is a great opportunity to discover some new and old favourites in the lead-up to the 25th.
From light to dark, aged to spiced, there are rums for every taste – and with these calendars, you'll fast become a specialist of the stuff, sampling miniatures from some of the world's best makers.
So whether you're looking for an affordable selection of rums or fancy splashing some cash on a set that's a little more boujee, we've rounded up the best rum advent calendars around. Cheers!
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Best rum advent calendars at a glance:
- Best overall rum advent calendar: Dead Man's Fingers 2023 Edition 24 Day Rum Advent Calendar
- Best spiced rum advent calendar: Drinks by the Dram Spiced Rum Advent Calendar
- Best 24-day rum advent: Drinks by the Dram Rum Advent Calendar - Premium
- Best 12-day rum advent: MixPixie Personalised Advent Rum Bottle
- Best value rum advent calendar: Drinks by the Dram Premium Rum Collection
Rum Advent Calendar - Premium (2023 Edition)
- Drinks by the Dram Rum Advent Calendar - Premium (2023 Edition), £124.95 from Master of Malt - buy here
If you’re serious about the countdown to Christmas, don't miss this 24-bottle selection from Drinks by the Dram.
It contains an exclusive, hand-picked selection of 30ml wax-sealed rums spanning the whole spectrum from light to dark, with some spiced and navy strength options thrown in for good measure.
Last year's version was extremely popular, so if you've purchased this calendar before, you'll be pleased to know that the 2023 edition contains some familiar faces – but also promises to have some new treats in store.
There’s a range of world-renowned and award-winning rums, alongside boutique, indie distilleries behind each door so you’re bound to find a new (or old!) favourite.
'Bought this for my husband for Christmas and wow! The selection of rums have been incredible. Still another 11 doors to open and try,' writes one impressed shopper.
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 30ml, Rums included:'Sourced from producers large and small', Extras: N/A.
12 Dram Premium Rum Collection Tasting Set
- Drinks by the Dram 12 Dram Premium Rum Collection Tasting Set, £51.95 from Master of Malt - buy here
This 12-bottle premium rum collection features a selection of tempting rums for each of the 12 days of Christmas.
Behind each door lies a 30ml, wax-sealed bottle of rum, hand-picked from rum connoisseurs and taking in 'some of the best producers'.
And with a variety of top labels from around the world, you can expect brands like Manchester's One-Eyed Rebel, Belize's Copalli Rum and the Philippines' Tanduay, among others.
We'd particularly recommend this one if you're a rum lover looking to try something completely new. One impressed reviewer raves: 'I received this as a gift and it was particularly appreciated as I collect rum for a hobby.
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'To date, I have 109 different rums in my collection and a total of 163 unopened bottles. I was pleasantly surprised to discover 9 of the rums in this collection were ones I have never tried.'
Quantity: 12, Bottle size: 30ml, Rums included: Flavoured, spiced and white, Extras: N/A.
Spiced Rum Advent Calendar (2023 Edition)
- Drinks by the Dram Spiced Rum Advent Calendar (2023 Edition), £99.95 from Master of Malt - buy here
Spiced rum is probably one of the most Christmassy spirits around – and this 24-bottle advent calendar by Drinks by the Dram is packed with them.
Shop this flavour-packed calendar and you'll get to enjoy a curated selection of spiced and flavoured 30ml tasters from producers around the world: from the Caribbean to Norfolk, here in Blighty.
It’s a great way to find a new favourite just in time for New Year’s. And Master of Malt has the full list of spoilers over on the product page if you don't mind ruining the surprise.
We've had a peek, and with options like Banana Spiced, Black Cherry Spiced, Pumpkin Spiced and Gingerbread rum on offer, it's all sounding pretty unmissable.
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 30ml, Rums included: Spiced and flavoured rums, Extras: N/A.
Dead Man's Fingers 2023 Edition 24-Day Rum Advent Calendar
- Dead Man's Fingers 2023 Edition 24-Day Rum Advent Calendar, £89.95 from Amazon - buy here
One 24 days of Christmas calendar for the rum connoisseur – or anybody who yearns for a drop of Caribbean warmth this Christmas with an unconventional twist.
Dead Man's Fingers 2023 Edition is made here in good old Blighty – at the Bristol & Bath Rum Distillery, to be precise, which houses a 500-litre double retort rum still and 'the largest selection of rum you’ll probably ever encounter.'
The selection box includes 24 5cl miniature bottles of flavoured and spiced rums including mango, hazelnut, cherry and passion fruit. Yum.
The drawers are unnumbered, meaning it's up to you which order you drink them in: so no tasting experience will be the same!
'This is a superb present for a man – absolutely love the Dead Man’s Fingers advent calendar. Decent size bottles, all different flavours with a few spiced rum bottles. Would definitely recommend, worth the money,' raves one shopper.
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 5cl, Rums included: Flavoured and spiced, Extras: Includes gift packaging.
The Rum 12 Dram Advent Calendar 36cl
- The Rum 12 Dram Advent Calendar 36cl, £69.95 from Master of Malt - buy here
With 12 premium rums on offer in this tasting experience by Drinks by the Dram, you can enjoy a tipple every other evening in the lead-up to Christmas – ideal if you want a slightly less boozy experience.
The box is cute and compact, perfect for popping on a mantle or on a shelf in the kitchen.
Each one is 'sourced from some of the most impressive producers across the globe', so you'll be able to taste some far-ranging flavours: from Barbados to Norfolk.
And fans with a fruity palate will be kept satisfied, as there are some mouthwatering-sounding rums including Discarded Banana Peel Rum and Passionfruit, Mango & Elderflower.
Quantity: 12, Bottle size: 30ml, Rums included: 12 rums from across the world, Extras: N/A
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Tiptree Gin, Vodka & Rum Liqueurs Advent Calendar
- Tiptree Gin, Vodka & Rum Liqueurs Advent Calendar, £119.99 from Amazon – buy here
You’re going to have a very merry Christmas with this advent calendar from Tiptree: a family company that has been farming at Tiptree, Essex, since 1757.
Perfect if you want to enjoy rum alongside some other tipples, each of the 24, 5cl bottles contains a different craft gin, vodka or rum that has been made with Tiptree fruits and spreads.
All the crops are hand-picked, with fruits inspected, prepared by hand and 'cooked in small batches using traditional, copper-bottomed pans' – so you just know you're getting quality, here.
Rum-wise, the calendar includes two English Spiced Rum Liqueurs as well as two Merry Christmas Spiced Rum Liqueurs.
There's also the fab-sounding Chocolate Orange Vodka Liqueur plus English Strawberry Gin Liqueur. Yum!
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 5cl, Rums included: Spiced rums plus gins and vodkas, Extras: N/A.
MixPixie Personalised Advent Rum Bottle
- MixPixie personalised advent rum bottle, £45 from Amazon – buy here
This is a little bit different – an advent calendar in a bottle, with markers to show you how much to pour each day.
Choose between salted caramel or spiced rum, then simply count down the 12 days to Christmas via the numbers on the side of the bottle.
You can also personalise it with a loved one's name (or your own).
The icing on the Christmas cake is the Spotify playlist of Christmas tunes that comes with the rum - so while you’re imbibing, you can dance your little socks off!
Available in 500ml and 700ml sizes, each rum is handcrafted and made in small batches to ensure delicious quality.
Quantity: 1, Bottle size: 500ml or 700ml, Rums included: Salted caramel or spiced rum, Extras: Personalisation.
24 Days Of Rum Advent Calendar 2023
- 24 Days Of Rum Advent Calendar 2023, £99 from Harvey Nichols - buy here
You can't beat a luxury department store like Harvey Nichols for your festive shopping – especially with rum advent calendars this good.
Presented in a chic blue box with silver detailing, each of the 24 doors holds a 20ml rum miniature from 24 different countries around the world – taking in offerings from the likes of Belize, Martinique, Mauritius, Venezuela, South Africa and France.
Two 'perfectly designed' tasting glasses are also included, along with two sets of tasting notes – making this the perfect calendar to enjoy with a partner or friend.
For the true rum connoisseur, there's even a dedicated website – updated daily from 1st December – with lots of detail on each particular rum, where you can leave a star rating and ask questions in a forum.
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 20ml, Rums included: 24 Rums from 24 different countries, Extras: Two tasting glasses and two sets of tasting notes.
SpiritSmith Personalised 12 Rums Of Christmas Advent Calendar
- SpiritSmith Personalised 12 Rums Of Christmas Advent Calendar, £85 from Not On The High Street - buy here
If you're stuck on present ideas for that hard-to-buy-for person who happens to love rum – then this personalised advent calendar is absolutely perfect.
Described by Bury-based, family-run retailer SpiritSmith as 'a luxurious mini-cruise into the world of rum', each of the 12 doors houses a 5cl rum from well-known brands like Kraken, Riverside and Lamb's.
The red and white box not only looks suitably festive but is perfect for the eco-minded as it's made of cardboard.
And for that extra special personal touch, you can personalise the calendar with the name of your recipient, as well as add a gift message with your order.
Plus you can also add gift wrapping for an even easier present-buying experience.
Quantity: 12, Bottle size: 5cl, Rums included: 12 rums from well-known brands, Extras: N/A.
Mixed Spirits Advent Calendar 2023
- Mixed Spirits Advent Calendar 2023, £99.99 from Virgin Wines - buy here
This advent calendar from Virgin Wines is admittedly made up of mixed spirits – but it contains some rather excellent rums, so it's more than worth a mention in this roundup.
Ideal if you want a bit more variety, it includes a selection of cognac, whisky, vodka, liqueur, sambuca and gin in a variety of flavours – and of course, rum.
It comes in a decorative festive box, with 24 doors each housing a 5cl bottle of spirit.
There are six rums in total from the likes of Dead Man's Fingers, Temple Island, Langs, Ron Abuelo and Finders.
The flavours are incredible too, with everything from coffee-flavoured rum to mango and ginger. Tasty!
Quantity: 24, Bottle size: 5cl, Rums included: 6 rums and 18 spirits, Extras: N/A.
What is a rum advent calendar?
Just like a chocolate advent calendar, rum versions usually have a miniature behind each door that you can open in the lead-up to Christmas.
They're usually a great way to try new flavours and discover new brands, giving you a daily tasting session throughout December.
Alternatively, you can save them up to enjoy over the festive period.
How much are rum advent calendars?
Rum advent calendars are on the pricier side, but they're not just your average advent calendar with flimsy doors and sub-par chocolate. They often feature rare, hand-picked bottles of tasty rum – so they really do make a special gift.
If you're looking to spend sub-£55, choose a rum advent calendar with 12 bottles like Drinks by the Dram's 12 Dram Premium Rum Collection Tasting Set which is priced at £51.95.
A full month of rum tasting will be pricier, with calendars typically starting at £80. The most expensive option in our picks is Drinks by the Dram's Rum Advent Calendar – Premium (2023 Edition) which at £124.95, promises to take you on a 'rum voyage'.
Where to buy rum advent calendars in the UK?
When it comes to buying a rum advent calendar either for yourself or for a rum-loving friend, there are a few reliable places you can look in the UK.
We've listed our top retailers and brands below where we were able to source the calendars included in our picks, alongside some other places:
- Amazon
- Master of Malt
- Not On The High Street
- The Whisky World
- The Whisky Exchange
- Hard To Find Whisky
What to look for in rum advent calendars?
Don't settle for less when it comes to choosing the best rum advent calendar for you.
To avoid disappointment, we recommend looking for a calendar that offers a hand-picked selection of good-sized drams that are interesting, and a little tricky to find.
You don't want to open a day, knowing you could have bought the dram down the corner shop, so do some research and check out if the calendar features special, rare or exclusive drams from around the world.
It's also worth double-checking how much rum you're getting. Some calendars are just 12 bottles while others offer the full 24.
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