Dropped the resistance on the advent calendar early - the tantalizing aroma got to me, and with a price tag of just £25, it was hard to say no.

In the spirit of the upcoming festive season, we're exploring some alternatives to Yankee Candle's popular Advent Calendars. While Yankee Candle has launched two options this year, let's delve into a few other choices that could bring a unique twist to your Christmas celebrations.

Firstly, there's the breakfast calendar. This delightful advent calendar is filled with mini jars of conserves, spreads, and caramels, making it the cutest and most appetising way to countdown to Christmas.

For those who prefer a warm brew to kick-start their mornings, a tea calendar could be the perfect choice. This calendar offers a collection of warming, organic, herbal tea, promising to bring a comforting aroma and flavour to your daily cup.

Gardening enthusiasts might find joy in the gardener's calendar. Filled with seeds, twine, and festive wreath designs, this calendar is the perfect present for any green-fingered friend.

If you're looking for an entry-level way to play with fragrance in your home, the candles are a great option. These candles span the range of Yankee Candle's most-loved fragrances, including fresh, airy, rich, gourmand, resinous woods, winter greens, and fruitier classics. They're great for layering and moving around different rooms, offering new moments of Christmas.

It's worth mentioning that the author of this article is a homes writer and a qualified master perfumer, but regrettably, the search results do not provide the name of the person who has tested Yankee Candle Advent Calendars for decades. One intriguing fact is that the author buys the tea calendar every year for their partner.

Last year, these calendars sold out quickly, so if you're interested, it's best to act fast. Each day, a festive tealight is revealed behind a door, with a luxury sparkling glass tealight holder on one special day.

While the author has not stated whether they have tried the other alternatives, they are certainly worth considering for a unique and thoughtful gift this holiday season. The beauty team is also working on beauty advent calendars, but details about these products are yet to be released.

The launch of these calendars started on 22nd August for loyalty rewards members, and the general sale has just begun. Unfortunately, specific dates or prices for these alternatives have not been mentioned. Nonetheless, we hope this guide helps you in your search for the perfect advent calendar this holiday season.

Dropped the resistance on the advent calendar early - the tantalizing aroma got to me, and with a price tag of just £25, it was hard to say no.