It’s that time of year again. Christmas is upon us, we are all scrambling trying to decide what presents to buy. It seems to be a running tradition that we all panic when buying Christmas presents for our friends and loved ones. We want to put a stop to this, which is why we’ve done the hard work for you.

Today, we will provide you with the best Christmas beer gifts for your friends and family. So, sit back, and take it all in.

Beer club subscription

There is no better place to start than signing them up to a beer club. You may be thinking “What is a beer club?”, well, a beer club is no ordinary club. By simply joining, you are guaranteed to receive a selection of top-quality beers. Each month offers the chance to sample a wide variety of unique and hard-to-find craft beers from different breweries. This will allow the recipient to expand their palette and try beers they might not have encountered otherwise.

Furthermore, another reason why a beer club is a great Christmas gift is its convenience. A curated selection of beers will be delivered to their doorstep every month and you won’t have to leave your house for it! This will save so much time and effort hunting for new and interesting beers. Also, gifting a beer club membership will provide the recipient with a chance to sample some exclusive products. Everyone loves trying something new before others can, and what better way than tasting a limited-edition beverage? Who knows, that limited beer might not become available again…

Moreover, a great perk of gifting a beer club subscription to your loved one or friend is you can personalise it. You more than anyone know what they like and don’t like; so you can choose what style of beer arrives each month (Mixed / Pales or Lagers). Your friend or loved one will love this personal touch to the gift, which is why it’s a huge favourite. 

Finally, what good is a beer subscription gift without a great beer club? Here at The Epicurean, you can choose from a 3, 6, or 12-month beer gift subscription. Our subscription boxes are curated personally by our in-house expert every month; who seek out the finest and freshest beers from the best new and established breweries. Interested? Why don’t you check out our beer club today? It's the gift that keeps on giving! Get in touch to learn more. 

Vouchers & gift sets

The next best Christmas beer present you can purchase for your loved ones is a voucher or gift set. There are many reasons why vouchers and gift sets are a great idea. Firstly, a beer voucher gives the recipient the option to choose their favourite beers. They can have what they want, and they’ll appreciate the personal gesture. Moreover, a voucher and a gift set can cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. You can find options for craft beers, international brews, local favourites, or even speciality selections like seasonal or limited-edition releases. For example, we offer German lager and pale ale boxes; all available from 4-12 cans. If you’ve already chosen the beers but don’t have anything nice to present them in, we have branded boxes you can use, available in 3 or 4 can packages (Boxes available on our gifts page). As a bonus, you can add a personalised message in the box. This will show to the recipient you’ve put a lot of thought into their gift!

Furthermore, beer gift sets are great to buy as Christmas presents because of their variety, seasonal appeal, and there are affordable options too. Everyone loves some variety in their presents, which is why a beer gift set is a guaranteed winner. You can pick a set which contains different styles, flavours, brands and more, the list goes on. It’s a fun way for the recipient to enjoy drinking a range of beers this Christmas, and discover some new favourites too! 

Also, during the festive season, many brewers offer seasonal drinks such as Christmas-themed or winter beers; which makes it an exciting present idea. Sometimes, we get bored of drinking the same styles, whereas, at Christmas, there is a new range of beers that are only available at this time of year. This makes buying a voucher or gift set very relevant and unique!

Finally, a voucher and a gift set are affordable options too. Everyone is feeling the pinch with current costs, which makes purchasing a voucher or gift set a good option. There are countless available at various price points, so the decision is ultimately up to you on how much you want to spend. If you’ve decided to purchase a voucher and or a gift set, but you aren’t sure where to look, then don’t worry - we have you covered. Here at The Epicurean, we have a number of gift sets and vouchers available at affordable prices. Reach out to our team if you have any questions. 

Gifts for those who don’t like beer

For people who don’t like beer, don’t worry, they won’t miss out. There are other alcoholic gifts you can give them too, which you can purchase on their own or as a gift set Wine, spirits, cocktails, and even alcoholic books are popular choices during the festive season. Many brands like to customise their products with Christmas-themed flavours and packaging. For example, Didsbury Gin has released a Christmas pudding liquor, which is flavoured like the classic British dessert with a twist. It's arguably a better present than beer!

Overall, there’s more to alcoholic gifts than just beer. If you want to do something different this year - have a shop around and see what unique alcohol gifts you can buy. Here at The Epicurean, we have a wide range of wines, spirits, cocktails and books you can choose from. We have some of the finest, such as Manchester Gin, Le Dolci Colline wine and prosecco, Cullinan View wine, Smith and Cross rum, and of course Readbreast single malt whisky. All of which will make the recipient more than cheery!

Why does beer make a good Christmas gift?

You simply can’t go wrong with beer as a gift. Whether that be for Secret Santa at work, or for family and friends - nearly everybody loves a beer during the festive season. There is a wide variety of styles and flavours you can choose from which makes it easy and flexible for you.

Beers are great to pair with traditional Christmas food too. Roasted meats, cheeses, and rich desserts pair perfectly with certain beers; we’ve previously written a pairing beer with food article you can check out. Furthermore, a great attribute beer has compared to other presents is it doesn’t expire quickly. Your friend or loved one can enjoy the beer over an extended period which is great to keep the party going beyond the Christmas season!

Also, you can personalise the beers by choosing the exact flavour and style the recipient will like. You can customise the theme of the beers all delivered in premium packaging, which adds to the visual appeal too. 

Finally, there’s no better way of gifting beer than purchasing the highest quality/seasonal gifts. Here at The Epicurean, we have an illustrious range of beers that arrive on a weekly basis. During the festive season, it’s our mission to deliver Christmas specials to all of our customers and offer the best-branded beers and flavours from around the world. Our new ins and best sellers collection is guaranteed to win you over - have a look for yourself…

We hope you like our Christmas beer gift ideas! If you like the sound of them and you’d like to learn more about each one we provide - get in touch with our friendly team today!