2018 Subscription Box Food & Drink Box Gift Guide

No matter who you’re shopping for this year, we guarantee our Subscription Box Food Guide will offer something special for every person on your list. Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that keep on giving – aka good food and drinks! Is there much better in this world than to sit back and relax with a delicious snack and drink? Possibly but, for the sake of this list, let’s pretend there isn’t!  Please keep in mind, again, these lists are in no particular order.

While we have reviewed some of these boxes, we encourage all readers to research each company prior to purchasing. All thoughts and opinions on boxes are strictly from the author’s point of view and we do not accept payment for any reviews.

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Winc – For the Wine Aficionado

The Cost: Membership is free and wines start at $13 a bottle.

Coupon: Use this link to receive $20 off your first month!

What’s inside: Winc is a wine subscription box that re-imagines the traditional wine club. Winc offers a regularly changing selection of unique, small production wines that are sourced directly from vineyards and winemakers.  After you answer questions about the flavors you love, you’ll receive curated wine selections based on your palette delivered straight to your door every month.

Ships To: Most US States, Free with purchase of 4 bottles (otherwise, varies)


Good To Know: MUST be 21 and over to receive this subscription.  Some shipping restrictions apply.


Check out our reviews to learn more.

First Sip Brew – For the Beer Enthusiast

The Cost: $25.00 – $60.00 per month, depending on the level of subscription

Coupon: Use code BEERSWAG to get your first box loaded with Extra Craft Beer Swag!

What’s inside: “We aim to expand your horizons by bringing top breweries and small businesses that know their hops to your door. Every month, we feature a different brewery and fill your box with beer gear, branded glasses, stickers and other amazing swag to build your collection. You’ll also receive a delicious treat that’s hand-picked to pair with your beer or a lifestyle item that’s crafted with malts and hops!”

Ships To: Varies – contact company for details


Good To Know: One-time gift boxes are available as well! Surprise that special person in your life with an awesome one-time gift box if a recurring subscription isn’t right for them. First Sip will also ask you to give them some details about yourself, to help them curate the perfect box. 


Check out our reviews to learn more.

Jackie’s Chocolate – For the Chocolate Lover

The Cost: $14.95-$49.95/month depending on box size and subscription length


What’s inside:  Indulge in an assortment of handmade, artisan chocolates including creamy truffles, chewy caramels, and crunchy nuts all enrobed in milk, dark and white chocolate.

Ships To: US $7.95


Good To Know:  Subscription options come in the following variety: A Little Taste, 1/4 lb (about 6-8 chocolates), Let’s Indulge: 1/2 lb (about 12 chocolates) or Enough to Share: 1 lb (about 25 chocolates).

Check out our reviews to learn more.

Mother Snacker – For the Mother-Hustlers

The Cost: $49/Month, less with longer subscription length

Coupon: Use code TRG15 and save 15%

What’s inside: Mother Snacker is a monthly dessert discovery box curated to encourage overwhelmed moms to take the break they deserve. Each month you will receive a mix of 5-7 full sized artisan treats & gorgeous gifts curated for a mom-life well lived.

Ships To: Free shipping to US (including Alaska/Hawaii)


Check out our reviews to learn more.

Sleek Treat – For the Carb/Sugar Conscious

The Cost: $34.99 per month, less with a longer subscription length

What’s inside: When you sign up for Sleek Treat, every month you will receive a box of low carb hand-curated confections that we scoured the world for. They even taste-test products to make sure you love your box!

Ships To: Free to US (excluding Alaska and Hawaii)


Check out our reviews to learn more.

Blue Apron – For the Cooking Enthusiast

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The Cost: $47.95 – $120.00 (Depends on the number of meals subscribed to) 

What’s inside: “Blue Apron makes cooking fun and easy. We’ll provide you with all the ingredients that you need to make a delicious meal in exactly the right proportions.”

Coupon: New Customers save $50 over your first 2 Boxes, using this link

Ships To: States in the Continental U.S. (See website for details)

Good To Know: Blue Apron provides a wide variety of options for dietary needs. Whether you’re a Vegetarian, Pecesetarians, or don’t eat red meat, Blue Apron has you covered. They also offer two or four people portion sizes depending on your needs. 

Home Chef  – For the Aspiring Chef

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The Cost: Pricing starts as low as $7.99 per serving. Depends on how many meals and the frequency of delivery.

What’s inside:  “From easy-to-follow recipe cards to fresh, pre-portioned ingredients, you’ll find everything you need to create delicious meals inside your Home Chef box. Delivered directly to you, weekly, in an insulated box with ice packs.”

Coupon: Use our link to save $35 off your first month.

Ships To: Depends, $45+ orders get free shipping!

Good To Know: Take a short quiz when you sign up so Home Chef knows your dietary restrictions, allergies, or anything else you’d like to avoid. You can also add on items like fruit, lunch items, or smoothies!

Check out our reviews to learn more.

Candy Club  – For the Sweet Tooth

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How much it costs: $29.99 – $49.99, depending on box size

What’s inside: “Each box contains three featured candies in our custom Candy Club containers, along with a splash of wrapped candies lining the box, altogether totaling up to three pounds! Members may also upgrade their boxes to include as many as 4, 5, or even 6 featured candies! We include details about the candies and all pertinent nutritional facts with each box.”

Coupon: Use our link for $15 off

Ships To: Contiguous US ($8.99), Free with 6+ month subscription

Good To Know: One-time gift options are available if a monthly subscription isn’t the right option for a gift. 

Bean Box Coffee – For the Coffee LoverPhoto courtesy of Bean Box – all rights belong to them.

How much it costs: $24.00 + per month (Save 30% by signing up for a 6-month subscription – please note this deal is for the normal subscription and does not apply to the gift sampler seen here )

What’s inside: “A Bean Box coffee subscription is a tour of the world’s best artisan coffees, delivered fresh. Get started by choosing your subscription type, roast preference, and payment plan.” 

Ships To: U.S. (Free) + Canada (See Website for Details)

Good To Know:  Choose your roast options, light, dark, decaf…Bean Box offers a wide variety.

Simple Loose Leaf Tea – For the Tea Lover

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How much it costs: $9.00  per month (Save 30% by signing up for a 6-month subscription)

What’s inside: “With 4 new teas every month you can spend the next year discovering 48 unique teas from around the world!” 

Coupon: Use code CRATEJOY15  and save 15% 

Ships To: Worldwide (shipping costs vary)

Good To Know:  Each box includes 4 teas, 10 grams of each tea in resealable pouches, 4 linen tea filters and information on each tea.

SumoJerky – For the Snacker

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How much it costs: $14.95  per month 

What’s inside: “SumoJerky is the beef jerky of the month club that you want to be a part of. We deliver surprise flavors of healthy and delicious beef jerky to your mailbox, once a month. We work hard to handpick the best flavors from the highest-rated jerky chefs in the US.! On top of all of that, your boxes are matched to your tastes and diet preferences, so your happiness will be guaranteed!”

Coupon: Use code CRATE  and save 10% on the first box

Ships To: U.S. & Canada (shipping costs vary)

Good To Know: Minimally processed, minimally preserved, and less than 5g of sugar per serving. Also, perfect for Paleo, Keto, and low-carb dieters!

SnackFever – Korean Snacks & Goodies

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How much it costs: $23.99+  per month (different subscription options)

What’s inside: “When you subscribe to SnackFever, we’ll send you a monthly surprise box of the most popular Korean snacks and goodies carefully selected by our team of expert snackers. We offer 3 different subscriptions so that you can pick the box that suits your snacking needs!” 

Ships To: Worldwide minus a few select countries (shipping costs vary – see website for details)

Good To Know:  SnackFever Box: Comes in 2 sizes – Original and Deluxe for $23.99 to $38.99

 

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