Need some Christmas hamper ideas or something for the foodie in your family? Here are some great ideas of items to pop in a Christmas hamper, or some alcoholic drinks for that awkward to buy for family member.
There is always someone in the family who is particularly hard to buy for. In those cases I often resort to edible gifts, because who doesn’t like something tasty to eat or drink. This year I found some brilliant speciality drinks and food items from independent companies that I am sure will be a big hit in the Christmas hampers I am putting together.
The Summerton Club Membership
Now this is the ultimate gift for anyone interested in unique and rare spirits. The Summerton Club is a spirit subscription club which curates the best whiskeys, ports, rum, cognac, armagnac and other quality spirits from around the world and brings them together for this great subscription box.
The quality of the products from this company is so high you are sure to impress whoever is lucky enough to be gifted one of their bottles. This would make a great gift if a few people are wanting to club together to get someone something extra special as its sure to be something most people will never have heard of, but would love to test out.
There are lots of different membership options of The Summerton Club so check them out to see whats best for you.
Homemade Jams, Chutneys and Preserves
A Christmas hamper wouldn’t be complete with out a selection of chutneys and jams .
I’ve been loving this selection from Heartisan Fine Foods, who stock a carefully selected collection of artisan handmade products from UK suppliers. We’ve tested out some Strawberry Jam from Green Kitchen Preserves, Seville Marmalade with Dartmoor Honey from Clare’s, Apple and Fig Chutney from Friar’s Farm and Mixed Berries, Lemon and Thyme Preserve from Newton & Pott. But it isn’t just Jams and Chutneys stocked on Heartisan Fine Foods. They also have a huge selection of other UK made products. Chocolates, Crackers, Biscuits, Spreads, Pickles, honey and sweets.
A Gin Cracker
This Rhubarb and Rosehip Gin Cracker from the Lakes Distillery would be a great secret Santa gift if your stuck for something for a work colleague.
The Lakes Distillery produce a great range of flavoured Whiskys, Gins, Vodkas and Liqueurs, as well as a selection of gifts perfect for any discerning spirit drinker. Whether your looking for a miniature perfect for a sticking filler, a novelty cracker or Christmas bauble, or a full size bottle of spirit The Lakes Distillery have a great selection to chose from.
Pop A Ball
Now these are a fun little addition to a Christmas hamper or a stocking for the grown ups. These Pop A Ball drink bubbles will add a bit of zing to any drink. The flavour bubbles are perfect to add to cocktails or even a dessert. Pop A Ball have a huge selection of flavours available, but also stock a crazy array of other products great for the festive season or to add a bit of fun and awe to any party. What about glitter gravy, glitter jam, candy floss cocktail toppers or a pimp your Prosecco kit? Plus they have a great range of alcohol based gifts which are sure to go down a treat.
Speciality Liquors
This Bramble Scotch Whiskey Liquor from Demijohn is a great gift for anyone who is a fan of quality liquor.
Demijohn was founded by husband and wife team Angus and Frances in 2004 in Edinburgh’s Old Town as the World’s first Liquid Deli. They stock a huge range spirits, oils and dressings, as well as some great gift sets. You simply chose the bottle you like and fill with the liquid of your choice. With a range of stores across the UK, you can either buy in person or online.
Limited Edition Hot Sauce
Got someone in the family who likes a bit of heat with their food? Challenge their taste buds with this Limited Edition Encona Caroline Reaper Chilli Sauce. Will they be tough enough to take the heat? This would be a great fun addition to a hamper but also perfect for a Christmas stocking filler for the man who has everything.
Speciality Pate
Pate can be a bit of an acquired taste, but in our household we are big fans. And we love nothing more than trying out new brands and new flavours of pate. These pates from Wild and Game are perfect for Christmas days starters or to include in a nice festive hamper. Choose from Grouse, Brandy and Herb or Pheasant, Pistachio and Port for a proper Christmassy flavour.
Wild and Game also stock a huge range of fresh meat products, pies, sausages, ready meals and pasties.
A Selection of Crispbread
Here is a selection of Peter’s Yard Crispbread which would be great served with cheese, chutney or even a nice hearty soup. Great for lunch boxes or that Boxing Day buffet!
Choose from one of their traditional sourdough crisp breads with salt, peppercorns or seeded wholegrain, or maybe be a bit more adventurous with their Spelt and Fig or Charcoal and Ryes. They would be the perfect addition to a hamper containing some local cheese and artisan chutneys.
Konditor and Cook Gift Sets
And what is Christmas without some Mince Pies! Konditor and Cook’s famous mince pies were called the ‘Best Mince Pies in Britain’ by the Telegraph and we can honestly agree they are rather yummy. Made with the finest all-butter pastry and filled with a luxuriously full flavoured vegetarian mincemeat they really are a treat.
Add some luxury Cinnamon Star biscuits, Lemon Moon biscuits and Kipferl cookies in a lovely gift box and your are to be a big hit this Christmas. Elian loved the Lemon Biscuits!!
Mince Pie Gift Set and Biscuit Gift Set
Opies Foods
This selection of Opies Foods would be the perfect treat for someone who likes something a little different. These speciality treats are great for adding to recipes or eating alongside cold cuts, cheeses or desserts. Cocktail Cherries, blackberries in gin and Stem Ginger are perfect for adding to desserts or cakes (or maybe a cheeky cocktail?) Whereas the pickled walnuts are a perfect accompaniment for a cheese and meat plater on Boxing Day.
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