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12 Best Beer Advent Calendars Perfect for Toasting Christmas This Year

Know someone who loves craft brews? Introduce them to these fun Xmas countdowns from Costco, Amazon and more.

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As fun as it is to unwrap the perfect gift from a family member on Christmas morning or receive something special on one of the eight nights of Hanukkah, there's something even more exciting about getting sweet treats throughout the entire holiday season. That's where advent calendars come in, which offer up a daily little present for the 12 (or 24) days leading up to Christmas.

Advent calendars may seem like something only the younger ones can enjoy, but nowadays adults are also getting in on the fun, especially with advent calendars involving booze for the 21-and-older crowd. Of course, there are advent calendars for the wine connoisseurs and the hard seltzer fans and mixed-cocktail queens out there. But if you or someone you know prefers top-rated craft brews, lagers and ales, this roundup of the best beer advent calendars of 2022 is for you. On this list, we've included budget-friendly beer advent calendar kits from Costco, Aldi and Amazon and more, as well as a few DIY options if you want to create your own. While some top picks aren't yet on sale, we'll be sure to update the list plenty this holiday season to ensure you're able to snag one of these advent calendars before they sell out. Cheers to counting down to Christmas 2022!

GiveThemBeer IPA Advent Calendar 2022

IPA Advent Calendar 2022
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Available for pre-order, delivery expected in early November.

The "12 Days of Christmas" just turned into the "12 Days of IPAs," and we're quite hoppy about it. Available now for pre-order, celebrate the 12 days of Christmas with this simple, no-fuss kit that's easy to ship and wrap up.

ALDI Aldi Beer Advent Calendar

Best Seller
Aldi Beer Advent Calendar
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In stores starting November 2.

Aldi has announced it will be bringing back the beloved beer advent calendar this year. Come November 2, customers can get their 24-beer advent calendar in addition to their wine, hard seltzer and even cheese advent calendars. It's expected Aldi's calendar will include 24 bottles of beer from Germany, Ireland, Belgium and the United States in a mix of styles. Make sure to mark November 2 on your calendar, because they'll be flying off the shelves.

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Brewer's Advent Brewer's Advent Calendar 2022

Best Seller
Brewer's Advent Calendar 2022
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Only available in stores. Date to be announced.

It's back. According to KrazyKouponLady.com, Costco's iconic beer advent calendar has hit the sale floor in select locations. Filled with 24 different beers brewed by private breweries in Germany and Austria, the calendar contains pale ales, pilsners, wheat beers, Zwickel beers, Fest beers and more. It's a one-of-a-kind kit, especially since many of the selections are brewed exclusively for the calendar. To snag one in-store, you'll need to be a Costco member, so make sure to sign up for a membership ASAP.

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12 Beers of Christmas Craft Beer Gift Basket

12 Beers of Christmas Craft Beer Gift Basket

Who doesn't want to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas with the very best of the best? This gift basket, which doubles as an advent calendar, is loaded with the best craft beers from around the country, including Golden Monkey Ale, Space Dust IPA, and Night Swim Porter. Buy one for yourself or gift it to someone who appreciates local breweries.

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StagDesign 12 Cans of Beer Christmas Tree Calendar

12 Cans of Beer Christmas Tree Calendar
Now 20% Off
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You might not be able to get them 10 lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing or eight maids a-milking, but you can gift a different kind of beer each day for your own spin on the "12 Days of Christmas." The best part? You can use this year after year and switch up the canned beverages.

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Budget-Friendly Pick

24 Days Of Christmas Beer Tasting Journal

24 Days Of Christmas Beer Tasting Journal
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The perfect pick if you want something fun and affordable, this beer journal allows you to create your own advent calendar with individual tags for each day of December. You can also record your reviews of each brew in the journal, so you remember which ones you might want to buy a six-pack of in the future.

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12 Beers of Christmas Beer Box – 2022 – (Pre-Order)

12 Beers of Christmas Beer Box – 2022 – (Pre-Order)

Available for pre-order

Celebrate the season of decking the halls and putting up the tree with a mixture of quality brews like juicy IPAs and rich chocolatey stouts from local breweries all across the U.S. The box also includes some extra surprising stocking stuffers, like a stylish winter beanie, brewery swag, sweet treats and more.

Personalized Advent Calendar

@Thatsnicethatuk 25 Beers of Christmas Bottle Cap Collector

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25 Beers of Christmas Bottle Cap Collector
Now 15% Off
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Not only will the beer lover in your life enjoy sipping on different ales, but they'll also get a kick out of collecting different bottle caps and placing them on a personalized wooden board. It makes for great man-cave decor, if you ask us.

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PlayfulPress Santa's World Beers Advent Calendar

Santa's World Beers Advent Calendar
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You don't have to travel the world to enjoy pints from all over. With this fun kit full of 25 labels, a map of Santa's World Beers and more, you can have fun building your own "25 Days of Santa's World Beers" calendar. For a gifting option, collect 25 different hops for someone who is always itching to get their hands on a unique pint.

A Hanukkah Beer Calendar

Hoppy Hanukkah Beer Box

Hoppy Hanukkah Beer Box
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Available for pre-order.

Of course, our list wouldn't be complete without a festive option for those who celebrate Hanukkah. Enjoy eight unique craft beers and get access to nightly interactive virtual tastings with special guests upon purchase. The box also includes fun swag, a tasting guide, sweet treats and a few other Hanukkah-themed surprises.

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HennabyRehnaz Christmas Tree Beer Holder Advent Calendar

Christmas Tree Beer Holder Advent Calendar
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There's nothing wrong with going the more simple route. For the folks who never stray from their tried-and-true favorites, use this wooden holder to store a case of their favorite lager and give them something to look forward to at the end of a long December day.

KnottedSage Snowman Wooden Advent Calendar

Snowman Wooden Advent Calendar
Now 10% Off
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This advent calendar is snow joke. Handcrafted from birch wood, the easy-to-assemble snowman setup fits 12 bottles of beer, craft beer or mini wine bottles — although none are included in the purchase. You can even personalize the snowman's hat with a heartfelt or funny message.

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Annie O’Sullivan (she/her) covers holiday, gift guide, travel, and lifestyle content at Good Housekeeping. She has a degree in magazine journalism from Syracuse University and previously reported for Runner’s World, NBC New York/NY 4 and Woman’s Day. Annie also has experience writing entertainment news and celebrity-focused content.

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