The Best Alcohol Subscription Boxes of 2023

Posted by Timothy Paradis

Don’t let that quick-moving pro behind the bar fool you, making a cocktail from scratch is tricky work! Not only do delicious drinks often require premium ingredients, but acquiring the right tools and recipes can lead to a sea of options that are easy to drown in. And let’s not even start with how difficult it is to pick the perfect bottle of wine from an endless sea of options! Between regions, varietals, and acidity levels… sometimes the simple act of just choosing a drink can feel like it requires a full education. But with Cratejoy’s best alcohol subscription boxes, you can have someone else do all the hard prep work for you.

Now's the time to go beyond being just a drinker. Up your happy hour game with these must-have alcohol subscription boxes and transform yourself into a master bartender and excellent host. No matter your booze of choice, the Cratejoy marketplace has many beer, wine, and cocktail subscription boxes that have you covered. So lick the salt, shoot the tequila, and start wine-consuming instead of time-consuming with these DIY cocktail kits, wine subscriptions, and beer boxes!

The Standard - Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

The Standard - Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

From $64.99 per box
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Shipping: Orders are renewed on the 15th of the month. Subsequent boxes ship on the 21st of the month. *We are not allowed to send wine to PO Boxes.

Everything Box

Everything Box

From $80.00 per box
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The mixology box from the American Cocktail Club makes hosting even easier, sending all that's needed to create 4 servings of a unique, great-tasting craft cocktail every month! The perfect gift for a small dinner party or get-together, hostesses can receive the Everything But the Booze Box for all mixers and ingredients, or the Everything Box for, well, everything they need, including featured spirits.

Shipping: Order your box before the 20th of the month to receive this month's box. Orders taken after the 20th will be pushed back to the next months box. We ship during the 3rd week of the month! All shipments must have an adult over the age of 21 sign for the delivery. Make sure to have the best address for delivery during business hours on file.

"We were gifted a 3 month subscription and the first package arrived last week. My husband, at first, was skeptical. That changed when told him the cocktail was a bourbon one. There was ample syrup and rim dip for more than four drinks, and given we’re lightweights, we extended the four portions of bourbon to eight delicious drinks. We shared with friends, which added to the enjoyment. Anxious for next month’s delivery!" -G.

SaloonBox Curated Cocktail Kit Subscription

SaloonBox Curated Cocktail Kit Subscription

From $54.66 per box
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At-home cocktails have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for many cocktail enthusiasts, there are still new things out there to try. This box will be a great gift for the person you love and you, if they let you taste test! The SaloonBox Curated Cocktail Kit arrives with enough ingredients for four cocktails, and you can even add on fancy barware if you’d like.

Shipping: You can see what we are currently shipping on our site under "What's Shipping". Spirits ship separately. Once you sign up we will ship you your first collection of spirits to go with your monthly cocktail kits. Kits ship within 7 days of the order being placed. You also have the order of having your shipment held until a future date.

"My husband and I have really, really enjoyed the experience of making these cocktails at home. They have been delicious and interesting!! I am so pleased with this purchase! What a great gift!" — Heather W.

The Bold Reds Wine Club

The Bold Reds Wine Club

From $63.95 per box
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Shipping: We cannot ship wine to AL, AK, HI, KY, MA, MS & UT, nor outside of the United States. Your First Wine Club shipment will be delivered within 1-3 weeks of placing your order. Subsequent shipments should arrive in the 3rd or 4th week of each scheduled month. An Adult Signature is required upon delivery.

Club Cuvée - Champagne Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

Club Cuvée - Champagne Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

From $109.99 per box
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Shipping: Orders are renewed on the 15th of the month. Subsequent boxes ship on the 21st of the month. *We are not allowed to send wine to PO Boxes. *In areas of excess heat: If temperature is above 100 degrees, we may use expedited shipping at no charge or hold an order until temperature lowers in order to maintain the integrity of the wine.

The Hop-Heads Beer Club

The Hop-Heads Beer Club

From $47.95 per box
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Trying to win the best gift award this year? Surprise them with a fridge stocked with crisp craft beers from unique international and U.S. breweries. With each monthly subscription to the HopsHeads Beer Club, they'll receive award-winning IPAs, Double IPAs, Imperial IPLs, and more from two or more breweries. Each box is accompanied by a monthly newsletter with tasting notes and brewery profiles.

Shipping: An Adult Signature is required upon delivery. We cannot ship beer to AL-AK-AR-DE-HI-KY-MA-MS-NE-UT. Delivery Schedules-Orders placed by the 15th should arrive within 3-4 weeks of purchase via a carrier in your region. If placed after the 15th, your membership will commence in the following month and arrive by the final week of that month.

“Got it for my dad for fathers day. He likes it a lot. Would gift again.” – Alana H.

The International Wine of the Month Club - Premier Series

The International Wine of the Month Club - Premier Series

From $47.95 per box
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Shipping: We cannot ship wine to AL, AK, HI, KY, MA, MS & UT, nor outside of the United States. Your First Wine Club shipment will be delivered within 1-3 weeks of placing your order. Subsequent shipments should arrive in the 3rd or 4th week of each scheduled month. An Adult Signature is required upon delivery.

Club Jeroboam - Fine Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

Club Jeroboam - Fine Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"

From $119.99 per box
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Shipping: Orders are renewed on the 15th of the month. Subsequent boxes ship on the 21st of the month. *We are not allowed to send wine to PO Boxes.

Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Club

Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Club

From $49.91 per box
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Mix things up by giving them a craft cocktail subscription box. Each month, subscribers will get three unique and tasty cocktail recipes, along with everything needed (minus the liquor) to whip up 12 delicious drinks. Every Shaker & Spoon box focuses on a specific liquor, so they’ll be able to make the most of their home bar. Whether they’re celebrating a special occasion, getting together with friends, or just building their bartender expertise, this monthly box will have subscribers raising a glass in delight.

Shipping: The Vodka Brunch Box is slated to ship the week of April 1st. **IF YOU NEED A BOX SOONER, WRITE TO US by clicking the CONTACT SELLER button (bottom of the page) and we’ll hook you up with a different box from our vault!**

"Gave this as a gift and got to try some of the cocktails. The cachaca box was really fun! Really interesting combinations and usually some ingredients leftover for another batch of cocktails." - Leyna M.

WHISKY FLAVOUR

WHISKY FLAVOUR

From $87.08 per box
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Whisky Flavour is the box for whisky connoisseurs. Gift them an unforgettable tasting experience with a monthly subscription that's all about serving up a variety of small-batch whiskies made at some of the best distilleries. Every month brings the opportunity to explore new flavors and find new favorites by sending 4 originally branded miniature bottles of whisky from top brands.

Shipping: You have until the 24th of each month to place your order and all orders are dispatched between the 30th and the 7th. Shipping delivery time with DHL Express to Europe: 24/48h Shipping delivery time with CTT Expresso World Wide: up to 7 business days.

“Love this whiskies selection. They are all amazing and some I have never heard of before. The tasting notes provided in the box really help you understand what you are drinking and are easy to understand and I love it when they tell me how to drink the whisky in their recommendation. Would definitely recommend!” – Cindy M.

Box on the Rocks™ Cocktail Kits

Box on the Rocks™ Cocktail Kits

From $52.00 per box
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There’s no better way to impress party guests than with a unique but delicious cocktail. With the Box on the Rocks Cocktail Kit, you’ll receive three awesome cocktail recipes that were created by a team of expert mixologists and a Bar Tool that usually can’t be found at your local grocery store.

Shipping: Orders placed by the 6th of the month will ship on the 10th of the same month. Orders placed after the 6th will ship on the 10th of the next month. Following boxes ship around the 10th of each month.

"I absolutely loved the box. From packaging to the items inside. I loved the minis of Blue Curacao, practical to take with you anywhere and be able to be hostess with the mostess. I think the packaging color scheme is super fun and it arrived at my location in perfect condition. Also, great option for gifting from far away." - Vanessa L.

Jolly Hour - Seasonal Boxes

Jolly Hour - Seasonal Boxes

From $49.00 per box
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If they're the type to shy away from being on drink duty, Jolly Hour is a monthly box that'll give them the tools and encouragement they need to craft delicious cocktails. Every season brings a choice of 5 new cocktail boxes complete with all the necessary cocktail ingredients -- mixers, bitters, and garnishes, too. Simply pick up a bottle of the liqueur or spirit needed, and they're on their way to a good time.

Shipping: For the month of December 2022, please order by December 17th to receive the subscription before Christmas. We ship boxes on the 16th of every month. If you are a Annual subscriber your box will ship the first week of every month.

“First I received the box as a gift from a friend and I absolutely loved it! so I subscribe and it has been really fun to make cocktails, and now is also my way to go when I want to give a nice original gift! Everyone enjoys it and the cocktails are very tasty and fun to make, also they give you the recipe to do with and without alcohol so that is perfect.” – Samantha M.

Monthly Rolling Gin Subscription

Monthly Rolling Gin Subscription

From $14.00 per box
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Shipping: The first box is shipped immediately** Thereafter on the 1st of each month. (** To avoid receiving 2 boxes in quick succession, Orders received in the last few days of each month will not receive (nor be charged for) the following month, i.e. order on the 10th Jan, Receive Jan & Feb, Mar & so on. Order on the 26th Jan, receive Jan, Mar, Apr,etc)

New World of Whisky Journey Box

New World of Whisky Journey Box

From $22.90 per box
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Shipping: We ship our boxes around the 5th of each month

Graham + Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can Canned Wine Club 12-Pack

Graham + Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can Canned Wine Club 12-Pack

From $33.99 per box
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Shipping: Your first order will ship immediately and will be delivered within 3-5 business days. You will be charged and your wine will ship on the same date that you originally signed up for every month. For example, if you sign up on the 10th, then your box will ship on the 10th of each month. Automatic renewal. Adult signature is required.

Monthly Mocktail Box - Raising the Bar

Monthly Mocktail Box - Raising the Bar

From $60.00 per box
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This delicious subscription service features alcohol-free beverage kits that make it easy to mix sparkly, seasonally-flavored concoctions. Get them prepped with all they'll need, like fresh spices, handcrafted syrups, barware and more.

Shipping: Boxes ship out mid-month.

“Love, love, love this gift! Fantastic box - thoroughly enjoyed every detail. I was especially impressed with the thoughtful garnish - which was included. We already purchased more of the sparking NA wine and mixer. Great way to get turned on to new products/vendors for those of us not imbibing.” – Rachel K.

Still looking for the perfect subscription box, but want to keep things low-ABV? Check out our full beer & wine subscription box list!