Best Christmas hampers and gift boxes that everyone will love to receive

Tried & (taste) Tested by Rosie Floyd: “A great gift for that friend who really has everything or as a special treat who deserves to have the best Christmas ever, you’ve got a bit of everything in this Prestige Hamper. There are two things that stood out to me the most about this hamper. One is, the variety of treats inside, you’ve got two bottles of wine, crisps, Christmas pudding, shortbread, chocolate, cakes, jam and so much more so you’ll give the gift of having all the best nibbles over Christmas. The second is the hamper itself, it’s definitely one you can reuse again and again, perhaps for a picnic or an outdoor concert in the summer (that’s definitely my plan!) People often pay good money for a sturdy, old-fashioned picnic basket and the fact you get that plus a whole host of different goodies is what makes this hamper such good value.

The red wine was a particular favourite with people I’ve enlisted to help give this hamper a proper taste tasting, with them saying it went down a treat, and I also enjoyed the mini cake selection, although the packaging of these did arrive a bit crumpled under the weight of everything else inside. That didn’t stop them from tasting absolutely delicious! As well as the sheer volume of products, I appreciate that there’s a good mix of traditional Christmas items as well as general luxury food products as this hamper will take you well past Christmas to work your way through.”

Tried & (taste) Tested by Rosie Floyd: “Who doesn’t love afternoon tea?! This hamper has everything you need to gift someone so they can throw themselves a Christmas-themed afternoon tea (and fingers crossed you’ll get an invite!) This hamper has a bit of an Italian twist with the products. Think amaretti biscuits, cappuccino flapjack and Prosecco. It certainly brought a bit of the Mediterranean to our office when we were taste-testing what was inside. We wished the cappuccino flapjack was a bit bigger as there were a few of us arguing over the last bite – something to keep in mind if you’re ordering this hamper to share among a couple of people.

“The items that make an afternoon tea what it is have a bit of a Christmas sprinkling with the Christmas cake and mince pies but you’ve still got the classic strawberry jam and breakfast tea. All the items came packaged lovely in a bamboo tray which is quite deep as all the items arrived laid flat inside and wrapped in nice tissue paper for that luxury touch. Nothing was squished in transit either so that was a win!”

Tried & (taste) Tested by Rosie Floyd: “Talk about getting in the festive spirit! Every inch of this Cartwright & Butler Totally Christmassy Gift Box, from the box packing and product packaging to the items and flavours inside, is completely festive. If you’ve got a friend that loves everything to do with Christmas, they’ll adore this hamper and if your loved one is a bit of a scrooge, this might even get them in the holiday mood.

“The mince pies were without a doubt my favourite product in this hamper. You could tell that they were luxury ones with thick, buttery pastry and rich, slightly spiced filling. There’s also an equally luxurious Christmas pudding that was also delightfully tasty. One thing that our group of testers in the office pointed out was that it came with a lovely Boxing Day chutney but there were no crackers to put it on. There are biscuits inside but we felt the chutney was more of a savoury thing.

“For those who are lovers of a Christmas sweet treat, you can’t go wrong with this box as there are shortbread, fruit cake, gingerbread fudge and so much more to tuck into.”

Tried and (taste) tested by Home & Gardens Product Writer Natalie Knowles: “Cheese truckles and making a cheeseboard are a part of our Christmas tradition, and the Snowdonia Cheese Hamper is a real treat. This hamper is a cheese lover's ultimate indulgence, with irresistible aromas, tastes and textures. We liked that the cheeses kept their shape when sliced and arranged on a cheeseboard. Also, we enjoyed the accompaniments of the chutney, olives and crackers. They were perfectly curated to give a balance of sensational flavour notes and contrasting texture. The balsamic and caramelised onion chutney was vinegary, sweet and tangy. It held its own against the cheeses. The fig and apple crackers were sweet and almost biscuity, with no fear of them breaking, so you can pile them high!

"My mum’s favourite cheese was the Rock Star, for its mouthfeel and crunchy salt crystals. It’s strong, buttery and tangy and you only need a finger-sized amount. While my partner’s favourite cheese was the Beech Wood; he said it had a familiar and inviting cured smell like Bavarian smoked cheese. It was bold, luscious and velvety smooth artisanal cheese.

“The perfect finish is the salted caramel truffles, which are best served chilled. When you bite into them, it's substantial, moreish and filling – a deep hit of rich cocoa – the ideal sweet counterpoint to the array of cheeses. In my partner’s words: ‘You better have a couple of those quick; otherwise, I’m going to finish them off!’ Every aspect of the hamper, from the beautiful basket to the thoughtfully paired flavours, is expertly done. Just keep in mind the contents need refrigeration, so make sure you've cleared a shelf.”

Tried & (taste) Tested by Rosie Floyd: “First things first, this package smells delicious before you’ve even opened it so I knew we were in for a treat when taste testing this one. The star of the show is undoubtedly the Chelsea Buns. Living in the Cambridgeshire area, I know that Fitzbillies are famous for their Chelsea Buns and they did not disappoint. Soft, moist and oh-so-sticky, we equally enjoyed them warmed up with the extra syrup and cold, just as they arrived. Just be prepared to wash your hands afterwards!

“Let’s not forget about the other baked delights inside. Among the jam, marmalade, English breakfast tea and chocolate honeycomb, there’s a tasty vanilla and raspberry cake that arrives in a Fitzbillies branded tin plus macarons and shortbread so if you know someone who loves a bakery treat, this one is a good option.

“When it arrived in the office, my colleagues and I were surprised to see there’s no separate box inside the one it is posted in with your items inside as that would have been the perfect finish touch to a delightful hamper. That being said, You wouldn’t be able to tell any of these items have been sent by post as they arrived completely perfect and just like you’d walked straight out of a shop with them.”

Tried & (taste) Tested by Arabella Horspool: “Keep it simple with the Superior Traditional Hamper from The British Hamper Company. It contains yummy delights such as fudge, milk chocolate, strawberry jam, Scottish wafer biscuits, shortbread, teabags and much more, all produced by makers from the UK.

"As you can see, it's all packaged in matching packaging, including the box, which is tied with a ribbon; I think it's a lovely touch that it has the different locations on them too. We did find that the chocolate had quite an intense flavour, but our favourites were the shortbread and the fudge."

Tried & (taste) Tested by Arabella Horspool: “Up for trying something new? The Biscuit Baron Singing Christmas Box contains biscuits from different countries, so you can discover new and exciting products.

"I love the surprise element of this box, as you don't know what you're going to get. You can opt for a one-off box or a monthly subscription, and biscuits will arrive at your door, ready to dunk into a cup of tea!

"It comes with a Biscuit Digest leaflet that gives you some in-depth details about each product. My favourite thing about this Christmas Box, in particular, is that you can add a singing element that is activated by light, so whenever they open the box, it'll start playing a festive song. If you're choosing to gift the box, you can also add a shiny bag "Do not open until the 25th" sticker."

Presented in a smart hamper, this Marks & Spencer gift has something for everyone. It includes chutney and crackers, sweet milk chocolate florentines and Scottish shortbread, plus a bottle of Bordeaux Merlot, all packaged in a dark-stained hand-woven wicker hamper.

Rated an average of 4.6 out of five stars from over 2,000 reviews, this M&S hamper is guaranteed to delight and make a loved one feel spoilt this Christmas. Reviewers love it for its high-quality products and punctual delivery.

When you think 'Christmas hamper', you probably think of Fortnum & Mason straight away. There isn't really any more iconic hamper than the big wicker one from London's exclusive shop, and there are loads to choose from - depending on what your budget is, and how much you really love the person you're buying it for.

This is one of the most affordable options from F&M and contains plenty of treats - including tea, chocolate, and shortbread. As the name suggests, it'll really give the person you're buying it for a taste of what this luxury brand has to offer.

Hampers often contain lots of non-vegan products, but this Luxury Personalised Food And Drink Hamper is the ultimate vegan-friendly option. It includes nut butter, sweets, biscuits and more so it offers a great opportunity to sample and try new Vegan products they may not have experienced before. All of the products will have a minimum shelf life of three months so your vegan friends and family can enjoy the treats well beyond Christmas. Not only that, you can request for the products to be gluten-free too to ensure this hamper really caters to any dietary requirements the recipient may have.

This hamper can be personalised by adding gift tag messaging and ribbon for that extra special touch and you can also opt to add liqueurs, prosecco and mocktails too but just be aware that this will increase the overall price.

Beautifully presented in a gift box that can be kept and reused, this John Lewis hamper stands out for offering a wide range of snacks at a mid-range price point. It includes an assortment of sweet and savoury snacks to be enjoyed both in the run-up to Christmas and after.

There's red wine, mince pie fudge, luxury crisps, nuts and more. This would certainly bring some seasonal cheer to whoever you choose to gift it to, with reviews saying it will be a lovely Christmas gift.

Well, you can't really go wrong with chocolate, can you? This Most Wanted Collection from Hotel Chocolat gets a thumbs up from everyone at Yours. It features chocolate macarons, a slab of caramel chocolate, a Patisserie H-Box, milk chocolate batons, dark chocolate shortbread, and two sachets of hot chocolate in Milky and Classic. Delicious.

Reviewers say this hamper has a good variety of products inside and also mention it is beautifully presented.

This one is for the pink gin lover in your life! This gorgeous FlaGingo Pink Gin Hamper, displayed in a bamboo tray, includes a bottle of FlaGingo Pink Gin and tonic waters so you can pour the perfect tipple. Alongside scrumptious truffles and chocolates, and cookies for an extra special treat.

Perfect for Christmas and other special occasions throughout the year, customers have bought this hamper as a birthday or Christmas present, or as a 'just because' gift to put a smile on the face of the recipient. They say the gift is good value for money and arrived quickly.

Not only does this hamper include the classics you expect from a Christmas hamper, but coming from Selfridges, your lucky recipient will know you meant business. They can kick start their Christmas feasts with a traditional Christmas pudding, festive blend tea and a gingerbread biscuit selection in a musical tin.

There are two bottles of wine, too, and, a hanging bauble filled with salted caramel truffles. Selfridges have upgraded this hamper for 2024 compared to last year as there are now eight items included as opposed to six last year.

It's a Christmas hamper made entirely of biscuits! Perfect for those who love gingerbread at Christmas or those looking to buy a 'hamper' on a budget, this selection from Biscuiteers wins taste and novelty points.

Inside the Biscuiteers Christmas Hamper keepsake tin, they'll find nine delicious gingerbread biscuits expertly iced to look like hamper must-haves. From mince pies to tea, cheese to a Christmas cake. Customers online think this is a really unique gift and say these biscuits not only look great but are tasty too.

If your loved one is gluten-free, they don't need to miss out on the finer things in life thanks to this Sweet And Savoury Delights With Prosecco hamper. A bottle of Tenuta Sconta White Prosecco is perfectly matched with tasty treats ranging from gourmet fudge to olives.

This hamper was very much appreciated by recipients, according to reviews. The speedy delivery and contents were also praised by those who ordered it.