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Christmas Gift Ideas 2026: Spice Drops and Ayurvedic Gift Sets Made in Kerala

Christmas gift ideas from Kerala for bakers, tea and coffee lovers, cocktail makers, curry lovers, travellers and yoga lovers, with last order dates.

In short: For Christmas 2026, our gift ideas include Spice Drops gift sets for bakers, tea and coffee lovers, cocktail makers and curry lovers, plus handmade Ayurvedic soap and body care sets for pamper nights, travellers and yoga lovers. Every gift in this guide is vegan and made at our own factory in Kerala, India. For UK Standard Delivery before Christmas, order by Thursday 17 December.

Looking for a Christmas gift that feels personal but is easy to post? Here are our ideas for the people on your list, with the last order dates at the end.

What is a good Christmas gift for a baker?

The Baking Spices Collection has Cinnamon, Orange Zest, Ginger and Rose Spice Drops, four concentrated natural extracts that mix evenly into cakes, biscuits and icing. For festive baking, the Christmas Spices Collection brings Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Mulling Spices and Orange Zest, which also make mulled wine in minutes.

What is a good Christmas gift for a tea or coffee lover?

The Tea Spices Collection makes a chai latte, ginger tea or peppermint tea in seconds. Coffee lovers will like the Barista Flavour Collection, with Cardamom, Chai Spices, Cinnamon and Vanilla for café style lattes at home without syrups.

What is a good Christmas gift for a cocktail maker?

The Cocktail Spices Collection has Cinnamon, Lime Zest, Lemongrass and Mint. A drop or two lifts a gin and tonic, a mojito or an alcohol free spritz.

What is a good Christmas gift for a curry lover or keen cook?

The Curry Spices Collection covers Garam Masala Spices, Cumin Seed, Coriander Seed and Turmeric. For a bigger gift, the Starter Spices Collection has nine Spice Drops and a handmade wooden spice rack.

What is a good gift for a pamper night?

The Luxury Bath Gift Set has a Neem & Tulsi soap, a massage oil, a face and body pack, a bath oil and a vetivert root scrubber. The Massage Oil Gift Set has four 30ml Ayurvedic oils, each with its own scent.

What is a good gift for a traveller?

The Travel Toiletries Gift Set and the Face Care Gift Set come in cabin friendly sizes, packed in a handmade pouch woven from dried coconut leaves.

What is a good gift for a yoga lover?

The Chakra Soap Gift Set has seven 50g handmade soaps, one for each chakra, each with its own scent. The Neem & Tulsi Miniature Set has twelve 20g bars, ideal as stocking fillers. See our guide to handmade soap gifts for yoga lovers.

What gifts are under £20?

The Face Care, Travel Toiletries, Massage Oil and Luxury Bath gift sets, the Neem & Tulsi Miniature Set, and our gift card from £10.

What are the last order dates for Christmas?

Add our handmade gift wrap, a fabric scarf they can keep, for £2.50. For UK delivery before Christmas, order by Thursday 17 December for Standard Delivery, by 12pm on Monday 21 December for Express Delivery, or by 12pm on Tuesday 22 December for Next Day by 1pm. For the EU, order by Monday 7 December. See all our gifts or our guide to Spice Drops gift sets.

Who makes Holy Lama gifts?

Everything in this guide is made at our own factory in Kerala, India, by a family business that dates back to 1946, where more than 80% of the workforce is women. Spice Drops contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives and are oxalate free.

Frequently asked questions

Are Holy Lama gift sets vegan?

Yes. All Spice Drops and all the gift sets in this guide are vegan.

How long do Spice Drops keep?

Up to three years from the date of manufacture when stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Can I send a gift straight to someone else?

Yes. Enter their name and address as the delivery address at checkout, and add gift wrap if you like.

What is the last date to order for Christmas in the UK?

Thursday 17 December for Standard Delivery, Monday 21 December by 12pm for Express, and Tuesday 22 December by 12pm for Next Day by 1pm.

Can I add gift wrap?

Yes. Our handmade gift wrap is a fabric scarf the recipient can keep, and costs £2.50.

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