Do you have that one person in your life that you find it difficult to buy for? Have you searched for hours thinking of something that will make them smile on Christmas Day? I have that person too. Actually probably at least two of them on my Christmas Shopping List. For me, a subscription gift is a great alternative to the normal DVD and socks and they tend to last much longer than just one day too, particularly if you buy a number of months subscription. But what are the best subscription gifts in 2016?
I’ve searched high and low to bring you the 10 best subscriptions gifts that will make you the best friend, mum, sister, brother love you! But be quick. With last postage dates approaching for many of these subscription gifts, you’ll want to get that order placed soon or choose one that will issue a gift card by email. Oh, and good luck not being tempted yourself. As you may have guessed from my previous blog on Freddie’s Flowers subscription, I didn’t quite manage to avoid making a purchase for me!
The 10 Best Subscription Gifts in 2016
#1 Hotel Chocolat Tasting Club
Ah chocolate! I’m a little obsessed with Hotel Chocolat and with many stores in train stations, can be regularly found purchasing a few treats while travelling. If you know a chocolate lover, then you can choose from a range of 3, 6 or 12-month options.
Every 4 weeks they’ll receive a box of Hotel Chocolate newest chocolates including yet to be released recipes.
Price – from £60 to £120
More Info – http://www.hotelchocolat.com/uk/tasting-club/gift-subscriptions/chocolate-subscriptions
#2 Craft Gin Club
One of the more expensive options that you can gift but they pack a lot into their box! Each gift subscription box includes a full-size bottle of gin, a copy of Ginned magazine and a range of gourmet snacks, tonics and cocktail ingredients. These are chosen specially to complement each gin.
You can choose from a monthly annual subscription, bi-monthly annual subscription or quarterly annual subscription.
Price – from £155 to £455
More Info – https://www.craftginclub.co.uk/xmas
#3 London Sock Company
With the ability to choose 1, 3 or 6-month options and the number of socks each month, the recipient will look great in these quality socks.
Each recipient can activate their subscription, choose their socks, and confirm the delivery address for the socks to be delivered once gifted.
Price – from £30
More Info – https://www.londonsockcompany.com/shop/subscription-gift/
#4 The Spicery
If you know someone who loves cooking, then this monthly spicebox could be for them. Every month they’ll receive a selection of spices and recipe cards to help them create delicious curries and side dishes. Each box is suitable to feed four and will fit through their letterbox.
Price – from £22 to £82
More Info – https://www.thespicery.com/pages/gifts/gifts_choice.html
#5 The Willoughby Book Club
With a switch to kindles and audio books, there is something luxurious about reading a good old fashioned hardback or paperback. The Willoughby book Club allows you to gift 3, 6 or 12-month subscription where they’ll receive a monthly book tailored to their tastes.
From picture books for babies and children to books for teenagers, fiction lovers and budding chefs, once you’ve answered a few questions about the recipient, the books will be tailored to them. Alternatively, you could opt for a gift voucher to be emailed to allow them to choose.
Price – from £29.99 to £34.99
More Info – http://www.thewilloughbybookclub.co.uk/all-book-subscription-gifts-21-c.asp
#6 Birchbox
One of the best-known subscription boxes available in the UK with one million subscribers. You can choose a 3-month subscription for £30 to their annual subscription for £100.
Each month the recipient will receive a box of 5 treatments tailored to their beauty profile. Head over to their Instagram account to get a feel for contents.
Price – from £30 to £100 (note there is currently 15% off with code PERFECTGIFT)
More Info – https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/gift/index/subscription
#7 The Cake Nest
Cake through the letterbox? Yes, please!
From weekly to monthly options, each recipient will receive a trio of tasty cakes to enjoy. There is a wheat free range and the first box will contain a card explaining what they can expect to receive.
Price – from £25 to £285
More Info – http://www.cakenest.co.uk/christmas/christmas-cake-subscription
#8 Beer52
As the website says, the recipient will be enjoying a very beery Christmas!
You can choose from a 1 month subscription to 12 months for the recipient. Each month, the team curates a themed selection of craft beers, though they’ll have the choice to choose between a light or mixed selection.
Price – from £24 to £252
More Info – https://www.beer52.com/gift
#9 CafeDirect Handpicked
3, 6 and 12-month plans, perfect for those who love coffee. They’ll receive a speciality coffee each month, handpicked by experts, freshly roasted and delivered through their letterbox. Along with the cofee, they’ll receive a booklet about the story of the farm it comes from, tasting notes and recommended brewing methods.
Price – from £24 to £85
More Info – http://handpicked.cafedirect.co.uk/products/discovery-gift-plan?variant=4721292165
#10 Cloud Nine Marshmallows
More Info – https://cloudninemarshmallows.co.uk/products/subscription-to-the-cloud-nine-marshmallow-club
Still Looking For That Perfect Gift?
