Delicious gourmet Christmas gifts from UK businesses
Surprise the foodie in your life and support some of the UK’s incredible local producers with our round-up of food and drink gift ideas
At Knight Frank we’re proud to work with some of the finest estates and small businesses in the UK and beyond. Our Rural Consultancy offers expertise across agriculture, viticulture and more, working in partnership with landowners and farmers to create thriving and sustainable estates. Here we’re delighted to highlight a selection of the incredible companies within this network, with plenty of inspiration for those seeking out delicious gifts this festive season.
The Wine Garden of England Sparkling Case
The beautiful countryside of Kent is home to some of the UK’s finest wine producers. Wine Garden of England brings together a group of the best from the region, offering an array of tours, tastings and events. And who better to curate your wine selection this festive season, with the organisation offering a multi-estate case showcasing the best sparkling varieties. Featuring picks from Balfour, Chapel Down, Gusbourne, Simpsons, Squerryes and Westwell Wines, it even includes library wines that are no longer available elsewhere. Wine Garden of England has also recently launched digital gift vouchers, redeemable against wine and experiences, providing great value as well as a handy last-minute gift.
Simply Ice Cream Christmas Pudding Ice Cream
Indulge this festive season with Simply Ice Cream’s Christmas Pudding Ice Cream. Handmade in small batches in the heart of the Kentish countryside, this decadent treat combines the rich, traditional flavours of a Christmas pudding with the smooth, luxuriously creamy texture of their award-winning ice cream. You can find Simply Ice Cream at selected supermarkets, farm shops, cafes and attractions, or order online for delivery across the UK.
£5.99, simplyicecream.co.uk
Sandridge Barton Winemaker’s Dinner Hamper
Sandridge Barton holds an important place as a pioneer in modern English winemaking, producing award-winning wines made with grapes grown in its Dart Valley vineyards. Its carefully curated hampers are one of the best ways to sample and share its bottles, and are the perfect indulgent gourmet gift. The Winemaker’s Dinner Hamper puts on an excellent spread, not only including the winemaker's Blanc de Noirs 2020 and Pinot Noir 2022 but a selection of the finest cheese, crackers, chutney, cheese and more.
£154, sandridgebarton.com
Niche Cocktails Gift Set
For effortless entertaining at its finest, look no further than Niche Cocktails. Its selection of premium ready mixed luxury cocktails are made entirely from carefully sourced, natural ingredients, with no compromise on strength or taste - as if you’d just stepped away from the bar. Created at its Suffolk base where they are designed and tested meticulously to ensure the very best cocktail experience, they deliver a touch of elegance to any celebration from Christmas to New Year’s Eve. Its gift sets bring together some of their most popular flavours, including Matcha Mojito, Raspberry Cosmo and Pink Grapefruit Gin Fizz.
From £25, nichecocktails.co.uk. Enjoy a 30% discount until 31/12/2024 with the code ‘THEVIEW30’ when ordering online (standard terms and conditions apply, please see nichecocktails.co.uk for details).
The Wiston Vintage Collection
This trio of vintage wines is a true showcase of the depth and complexity of flavour to be found in the sparkling wines produced in West Sussex, each hailing from the same patch of chalk on the South Downs. Despite this each bottle brings its own unique flavour profile that provides the perfect match for a Christmas feast. The Blanc de Blancs 2018 is the ideal accompaniment for seafood, while the fruity and rich Rosé 2018 pairs well with ingredients such as smoked duck and charcuterie. Completing the collection is the Blanc de Noirs 2014, bringing together undertones of honey and spice with a subtle and refreshing sweetness, which works particularly well when enjoyed with a cheeseboard or festive leftovers.
£140, wistonestate.com
