The best Christmas hampers to buy in 2024

Best hampers at a glance

• Best artisan hamper: DukesHill Star of Wonder Christmas hamper, £225
• Best hamper for farm-to-table luxury: The Flavours of Oldstead food hamper, £190
• Best luxury food hamper: The Newt Classics hamper, £145
• Best hamper to bring as a guest: Fitzbillies The Cambridge hamper, £90
• Best hamper for festive keepsakes: Selfridges Reusable HAY hamper, £150
• Best grazing hamper: Hampers.com Christmas Eve Wine & Nibbles gift basket, £90
• Best cheese hamper: Paxton & Whitfield The Clarence cheese and wine hamper, £100
• Best hamper for a luxurious night in: Harvey Nichols The Winter Warmers Hamper, £150
• Best hamper for pistachio-lovers: Eataly Deluxe Sweet Treat gift hamper, £49.90
• Best small snacks hamper: Cutter & Squidge Mini Squidge Christmas hamper, £52.99
• Best chocolate hamper: The Best of Lindt Collection hamper, £87.50
• Best Christmas hamper for sweet treats: M&S Merry and Bright Christmas hamper, £80
• Best for eco-conscious indulgence: The Festive Taste of Love Cocoa hamper, £59.95
• Best small chocolate hamper: Hotel Chocolat Chocolate and Fizz Luxe Collection, £39.95
• Best natural wine hamper: Top Cuvée natural wine Christmas hamper, £85
• Best hot chocolate hamper: Knoops Hot Chocolate hamper, £100
• Best small sweet hamper: Cartwright & Butler Brew & Biscuit hamper, £35
• Best savoury snacks hamper: Serious Pig Serious Snack selection box, £31

Best hampers to buy for foodies in 2024

DukesHill Star of Wonder Christmas hamper

Available from DukesHill (£225)

Best artisan hamper

The DukesHill Star of Wonder hamper is a festive treasure trove of artisan delights, perfect for a decadent Christmas celebration. At its heart is the succulent boneless Wiltshire ham, which is traditionally cured, plus punchy, smoke-forward oak-smoked salmon. The hamper also includes rich and creamy Isle of Mull cheddar, the indulgent Cote Hill blue, and a velvety chicken liver pâté with port, making it a dream for cheese and charcuterie lovers. For a sweet finish, enjoy DukesHill’s classic mince pies and handmade Scottish shortbread, plus chocolate offerings and a bottle of Tanners prosecco brut. This hamper embodies the best of DukesHill’s artisan craftsmanship, celebrating traditional methods and top quality British produce. A perfect gift for those who value flavour, heritage and luxury in equal measure.

Available from:

• DukesHill (£225)

The Flavours of Oldstead food hamper

Available from Made in Oldstead (£190)

Best hamper for farm-to-table luxury

The Made in Oldstead Flavours of Oldstead food hamper brings Michelin-starred dining into your home, curated with ingredients, finished dishes, and drinks from Tommy Banks’ Yorkshire farm and kitchen garden. Featuring 23 artisanal delights, this hamper is a celebration of the very best of local produce. Highlights include the rich beef shin ragu, the umami-packed beer and brown sugar-glazed ham, and the fragrant spruce and lemon verbena salmon. The cicely hot chocolate is a divine twist on the familiar with its notes of aniseed from the sweet cicely. Beautifully curated and deeply rooted in Yorkshire’s culinary heritage, this hamper is a real celebration of farm-to-table excellence, ideal for Christmas feasting or enjoyed all year round.

Available from:

• Made in Oldstead (£190)

The Newt Classics hamper

Available from The Newt (£145)

Best luxury food hamper

Somerset's The Newt showcases local craftsmanship and festive flavours in the Classics hamper, perfect for the Christmas season. Nestled in a beautifully embossed wooden box, this hamper features The Newt's Fine Cyder, which has crisp pear and almond notes; and The Winston, a rich, dessert-like sparkling cider. The South African Babylonstoren Babel adds a Christmassy touch with notes of red berries and chocolate. Enjoy creamy honeycomb and bee pollen chocolate, moreish truffle nuts and Westcombe cheddar cheese straws. The marmalade marries bitter Seville oranges and West Country cider, and a wholesome fruit chutney completes this festive collection. The hamper is an ideal gift for those who appreciate the finest local ingredients and traditional Somerset quality.

Available from:

• The Newt (£145)

Fitzbillies The Cambridge Hamper

Available from Fitzbillies (£90)

The Fitzbillies Cambridge Hamper offers a delicious array of treats, perfect for those who prefer something different to the typical Christmas flavours. Fitzbillies’ Chelsea buns are a standout — decadent, sticky and even more irresistible when warmed and drizzled with their treacly syrup. The hamper also features a moist vanilla and raspberry cake in a collectible tin, ideal for sharing. Plus, there are six macarons in assorted flavours, buttery shortbreads (plain and chocolate chip) and crunchy chocolate honeycomb, alongside loose-leaf English breakfast tea, sweet raspberry jam and zesty marmalade. This hamper offers a cosy twist on a festive gift, making it a wonderful choice for those after something a little less traditional.

Available from:

• Fitzbillies (£90)

Selfridges Reusable HAY hamper

Available from Selfridges (£150)

Selfridges’ reusable HAY hamper is an elegant selection of festive treats, perfect for indulging or sharing. The standout HAY stripe storage box adds a unique touch with its colourful woven design, doubling as a decorative, reusable gift that goes beyond traditional wicker. Inside, there’s the mini panettone – the box is topped with ribbon for hanging – and a festive blend coffee in Selfridges' signature yellow tin, both bringing cosy holiday flavours. For those who prefer tea, the Festive Blend tea bags offer a warming spiced brew, while the milk, dark, and white chocolate selection and double chocolate biscuits provide an irresistible sweetness. With other highlights like chocolate coins and a brownie truffles bauble, this hamper brilliantly showcases Selfridges' refined taste for holiday gifting.

Available from:

• Selfridges (£150)

Hampers.com Christmas Eve Wine & Nibbles gift basket

Available from Hampers.com (£90)

Best grazing hamper

This is the ultimate cosy hamper for anyone who enjoys savoury over sweet, and there’s plenty for couples to graze on. There are cheddar and caramelised onion chutney crisps, salted cashews and macadamias, and teriyaki mochi rice bites that we found especially moreish. Small jars of caramelised onion marmalade and chilli and garlic olives are included, as well as Tempus Charcuterie salami and a rich duck rillette with black cherry. All this is topped off with two styles of cheddar – a truffle and black pepper variety and a vintage Snowdonia Rockstar – which pair perfectly with the Peter’s Yard fig and spelt crackers and bottle of Gauchezco Estate malbec.

Available from:

• Hampers.com (£90)

Harvey Nichols The Winter Warmers Hamper

Available from Harvey Nichols (£150)

Best hamper for a luxurious night in

This cosy hamper from Harvey Nichols has all the indulgent treats needed to hunker down for a cosy Christmas night in. There's a mixture of sweet and savoury goodies to try – sweet highlights include dark chocolate coated candied ginger, biscuits and hot chocolate, plus a classic Christmas pud and brandy butter. Share the chilli nuts in front of festive television and wash it all down with mulled wine, a hearty Cab Sav or even some port. Harvey Nichols colourful festive packaging is always a winner at Christmas and the whole hamper is delivered in a smart black wicker basket.

Available from:

• Harvey Nichols (£150)

Paxton & Whitfield The Clarence cheese and wine hamper

Available from Paxton & Whitfield (£100)

Best cheese hamper

If you love an evening of cheese, wine and all the accompaniments, this is the hamper for you. It has three cheeses: a well-balanced and nutty hard goat’s cheese from Devon, an artisanal blue stilton with a deep, savoury flavour, and a smoked cheddar with complex, rich notes. To pair with these, a cheeseboard selection of biscuits, fruit preserve made with forged damson and crab apple, vibrant and spicy piccalilli, an impressively wrapped ball of baked figs, and an unusual yet incredibly moreish pear and vanilla confit spread are included. Enjoy the bottle of merlot with beautiful notes of soft plum and cassis on the nose and a deep garnet colour, and buttery, crumbly Scottish shortbread. Check out our full round up of the 25 best cheese hampers to buy this Christmas.

Available from:

• Paxton & Whitfield (£100)

Eataly Deluxe Sweet Treat gift hamper

Available from Eataly (£49.90)

Best hamper for pistachio-lovers

The Eataly Deluxe Sweet Treat gift hamper is a dream come true for pistachio lovers. This is a beautifully presented hamper. Housed in a rich red box tied with a bow are five pistachio-packed delights. The Alicos pistachio spread is a standout, offering a sweet, nutty richness with intense pistachio flavour – free from gluten, lactose, palm and coconut oils. A full-size nougat bar is generous with hazelnuts and infused with orange and honey, and is beautifully balanced. Baratti and Milano pistachio chocolates bring creamy layers of pistachio and chocolate, while the crisp pistachio cantucci, full to bursting with nuts, is perfect with a coffee. And no Italian Christmas would be complete without a panettone; this one is a twist on the classic and is filled with pistachio. A luxurious treat for the festive season.

Available from:

• Eataly (£49.90)

Cutter & Squidge Mini Squidge Christmas hamper

Available from Cutter & Squidge (£52.99)

Best small snacks hamper

If traditional festive flavours like cloves and cinnamon aren’t to your taste, look no further than this Cutter & Squidge mini Christmas hamper. Enclosed in the neatly wrapped cardboard packaging is a selection of sweet treats, like earl grey shortbread, strawberry meringue chocolate bark and a pouch of ‘jam on toast’ cookie bites that are irresistibly moreish. To drink, there’s something for everyone, including 100g Peruvian coffee grounds, a box of mint tea and two vegan dark hot chocolate spoons that melt when stirred into warm milk. Among the savoury snacks are cacio e pepe cookie bites (these are a little too sweet for us) and a jar of fragrant, spiced tomato chutney that pairs perfectly with cheese and crackers.

Available from:

• Cutter & Squidge (£52.99)

The best of Lindt collection hamper

Available from Lindt (£87.50)

Best chocolate hamper

The best of Lindt collection hamper is a chocolate lover's dream, brimming with Lindt's finest creations. This generously filled hamper includes a varied assortment of Lindt’s best-selling chocolates and indulgent boxes, perfect for sharing this Christmas. The highlight is the customisable 650g pick-and-mix selection, which works out to be around 52 Lindor truffles: select from the brand's favourites, or choose unique flavours not often seen in shops, like pistachio, Irish cream, matcha and popcorn. Alongside three boxes of classic Lindor truffles, you’ll find an array of Lindt chocolate bars and a decadent dark chocolate spread. Beautifully presented, this hamper offers a truly indulgent experience, making it the ultimate gift for those who must have chocolate at Christmas.

Available from:

• Lindt (£87.50)

M&S Merry and Bright Christmas hamper

Available from Marks & Spencer (£80)

Best Christmas hamper for sweet treats

The M&S Merry and Bright Christmas hamper is a delightful assortment of festive treats, perfect for spreading holiday cheer. At its centre is the stunning iced Christmas cake – a classic blend of nuts and fruits, beautifully decorated for a festive centrepiece.

Pair this with the light-up tea tin, which not only holds classic tea but also doubles as a charming decoration, casting a warm glow. The speculoos and toffee cookie dunkers add a spiced crunch, ideal for dunking in tea, while the Very Merry Munch offers a fun mix of chocolate-covered pretzels, popcorn.

Don't miss the six-month matured alcohol-free Christmas pudding, packed with flavour, or the hot honey caramel popcorn, which balances sweetness with a hint of spice. For a treat, enjoy the hot chocolate bombes, which melt into a rich, creamy drink with hidden marshmallows.

With its joyful selection, this hamper is sure to elevate any festive gathering, making it a perfect family gift that guarantees smiles this Christmas.

Available from:

• Marks & Spencer (£80)

The Festive Taste of Love Cocoa hamper

Available from Love Cocoa (£59.95)

The Love Cocoa hamper by James Cadbury (great-great-great grandson of John Cadbury) puts sustainability at the centre of every gooey chocolate truffle inside. With recyclable cardboard packaging and ethically sourced cocoa, it manages to be responsible without skipping out on the luxury. The truffles themselves are rich, and definitely for sharing out, with flavours including gingerbread, salted caramel, orange ganache and champagne. Plus, you get three Christmas-flavoured bars: Christmas pudding, gingerbread and white chocolate peppermint.

Available from:

• Love Cocoa (£59.95)

Hotel Chocolat the chocolate and fizz collection

Available from Hotel Chocolat (£39.95)

Best small chocolate hamper

Hotel Chocolat is a reliably winning choice, and this compact box is filled with a variety of chocolate treats to please anyone with a sweet tooth. We love the moreish chocolate macarons and crunchy chocolate shortbread, but there are also champagne truffles, mini chocolate slabs, hot chocolate sachets and a taster truffle box (the billionaire’s shortbread truffle is exceptional). All of this is topped off with a mini bottle of prosecco that the lucky recipient won’t have to share. For more chocolate inspiration, check out our round-up of the best chocolate hampers, including boxes from Cadbury’s and Fortnum & Mason.

Available from:

• Hotel Chocolat (£39.95)

Top Cuvée natural wine Christmas hamper

Available from Top Cuvée (£85)

Best natural wine hamper

Top Cuvée’s natural wine hamper is a fabulous choice for the festive season, showcasing an enticing selection perfect for wine lovers and foodies alike. Housed in a bright orange Top Cuvée branded tote, this Christmas hamper features a punchy beaujolais, a warming mulled wine infused with cinnamon and clove, and a perfectly balanced pocket-sized negroni. Savoury snacks include briny anchovy-stuffed olives, rich truffle crisps, and a zesty vinegar hot sauce for an extra kick. To sweeten the deal, indulge in Tony’s Chocolonely gingerbread chocolate bar, offering a seasonal twist. Ideal for gifting or treating yourself, this hamper invites you to celebrate Christmas season in true Top Cuvée style.

Available from:

• Top Cuvée (£85)

Knoops hot chocolate hamper

Available from Knoops (£100)

This one’s for hot chocolate lovers. Housed in an elegant black wicker basket, this hamper includes everything needed to create the perfect hot chocolate at home (just add your milk of choice). In the hamper you’ll find Knoops’ innovative shaker, which makes creating a hot chocolate effortless, and a white porcelain bowl to sip your freshly made hot chocolate from. Two packs of hot chocolate flakes are included: rich 43 per cent milk chocolate flakes with sweet caramel notes, and Knoops’ award-winning 54 per cent dark chocolate, smooth and rich with a deep cocoa flavour. There’s also honeycomb to snack on, and the included Knoops: Chocolate Recipes Through the Day book provides endless inspiration for your next hot chocolate.

Available from:

• Knoops (£100)

Cartwright & Butler Brew & Biscuit hamper

Available from Cartwright & Butler (£35)

Best small sweet hamper

A classic biscuit tin just got a boost with this sweet gift selection. Arriving in a smart tin that you can keep and reuse, it’s full of tea-break treats. Cartwright & Butler buttery shortbread is always a winner – we’re big fans of the sugary demerara shortbread for a tea break, and the cranberry or triple chocolate boxes included means there's something for everyone.

Available from:

• Cartwright & Butler (£35)

Serious Pig Serious Snack Selection Box

Available from Amazon (£31), Not on the High Street (£32)

Best savoury snacks hamper

For snacking on the go or serving up unusual nibbles, this quirky savoury collection from Snacking Pig makes a welcome change from boring crackers. There’s a selection of crunchy ‘snacking cheese’ in three different flavours, plus croutons, ‘snackalami’ and nuts, for fans of salty snacks.

Available from:

• Amazon (£31)
• Not on the High Street (£32)

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