As a 314-year-old family-run business it's our responsibility to do business in a way that's sustainable for the next 300 years. We have a rich history of not only championing traditions but also driving innovation to stay relevant to our ever-changing world. Whether it's producing the world's first 'Farm to Store' sustainable chocolate, removing plastic from our ambient deliveries or ensuring that we support small businesses who also take sustainable change seriously, we endeavour to be responsible for both people and planet in all that we do. 

 

With this in mind, we've collated a few of our favourite sustainable gifts into one handy gift guide that is sure to both inspire and delight. From sailboat-riding chocolate to waste-free condiments, these are guilt-free gifts that are healthy for both people and planet.

 

As a 314-year-old family-run business, we've seen many Christmasses come and go. And having been around for all that time, it's our responsibility to do business in a way that's sustainable for the next 300 years. We have a rich history of not only championing traditions but also driving innovation. Whether it's removing plastic from our ambient deliveries, our refillable and reusable hampers, ensuring that we support small businesses who also take sustainable change seriously and more, we endeavour to be responsible for both people and planet in all that we do. 

 

With this in mind, we've collated a few of our sustainable favourites into one handy guide for when you're looking for something special to gift this Christmas. From waste-free condiments to our reusable crackers, these are guilt-free gifts that are healthy for both people and planet.

 

 

Wooden Advent Calendars

 

In three fruity flavours - Orange & Lemon, Apple & Blackberry and Apricot & Cherry - not only are our Cold Brew Infusions superbly sweet, but they are also sustainable.

 

Each of our infusions comes in 100% home compostable packaging, made from sustainably sourced cardboard and plant-based film. The teabag is also made from plants and can be disposed of with your food waste collection.

 

So whether you enjoy them on-the-go or at home, you can sip easily in the knowledge that each of our infusions has been lovingly made and thoughtfully packaged, with sustainability in mind.

 

Nothing heralds the approach of Christmas quite like an advent calendar. Is there anything more joyous than one of these? 25 doors, each concealing something delicious or delightful.

 

Well, our wooden advent calendars are filled with all that same joy, except they have the added bonus of being sustainable, because when you've finished counting down to the big day (or eaten each window in one day - we wouldn't blame you) these advent calendars can be kept and refilled. 

 

 

Bag For Life

 

A wonderfully festive gift, our classic Bag For Life has had a seasonal transformation, modelled after the façade of our Piccadilly store. The perfect way to wave goodbye to plastic bags for good, this bag will fit all of your shopping essentials inside and can be used again and again for years. 

 

Made from 75% jute and 25% cotton, this eco-friendly, reusable tote is illustrated with our iconic Fortnum & Mason logo, has a structured cardboard insert and is 100% plastic-free - guilt-free shopping indeed! 

 

 

Rose Petal Chutney

 

The new condiment cousin to our Rose Petal Jelly, our new Rose Petal Chutney is a pure distillation of an English summer garden.

 

Handmade with rose petals from a single garden in Oxfordshire, this delicious chutney is also helping in the fight against food waste as it contains rose petals that are leftover from the production of our Rose Petal Jelly, that would otherwise have been wasted.

 

 

Fortnum's x Forever Crackers Reusable Christmas Crackers

 

Produced in the Caribbean by the world's first 'Farm to Store' craft chocolate makers, our new naturally grown and certified organic Sailboat Chocolate is 99% emission-free. 

 

Shipping is a major polluter – responsible for around 2.5% of global carbon emissions – which is why we set out to transport this remarkable chocolate all the way from the Caribbean to Piccadilly using as few emissions as possible. That meant by sailboat, electric van and even as a passenger on a horse and cart too. You can truly taste the quality of this exceptional chocolate that has been on quite a journey to reach us in Piccadilly - it would make a special gift for any chocolate-lover this Christmas. 

 

Looking to blow your guests away with your festive dining table this season? Exclusively designed for Fortnum’s, these are our six-piece set of Reusable eco-friendly Christmas Crackers and will do just the trick. Woven from a soft emerald green material, each cracker has been trimmed in a shade that nods to our signature Eau de Nil, then neatly tied together with a ribbon.

 

Designed to last a lifetime, this eco-friendly set arrives unfilled so you can pack each cracker with treats of your choosing. They are sure to surprise and delights guests for many Christmasses to come. 

 

 

Christmas Traditional Mince Pies 

 

Not only is our Turkish Delight - made by a family-owned company in Istanbul - extremely delicious, but we're rather excited about the tin it comes in too.

 

The tin is made in Bermondsey in a 100% solar-powered factory and is recyclable for life - meaning that it will live well beyond being a home for our moreish Turkish Delight and last far longer than the average six times that plastic can be recycled. The bag it comes in is also fully home compostable and the sleeve is made from 100% recyclable cardboard.

 

Available in Rose or Pistachio flavours, it would make a delicious, sustainable gift this Christmas or a treat to share with family by the fire. 

 

Like the crackers, it isn't Christmas without one of these festive staples. If the angel is what crowns the tree, then the traditional mince pie - especially a Fortnum's one - is the finishing touch to any yuletide feast.

 

Vine-ripened fruits, subtle spices and our very own cognac-infused mincemeat are encased in our Christmas Traditional Mince Pies. A decadent, crumbly treat, the hand-crafted, all-butter short crust pastry will make a merry match for our classic Cream Sherry or Cognac Butter.

 

But what makes these mince pies extra special? We've actually removed all of the plastic from the packaging of our mince pies.

 

 

Botanical Infusion Teas

 

Produced in the Caribbean by the world's first 'Farm to Store' craft chocolate makers, our new naturally grown and certified organic Sailboat Chocolate is 99% emission-free. 

 

Shipping is a major polluter – responsible for around 2.5% of global carbon emissions – which is why we set out to transport this remarkable chocolate all the way from the Caribbean to Piccadilly using as few emissions as possible. That meant by sailboat, electric van and even as a passenger on a horse and cart too. You can truly taste the quality of this exceptional chocolate that has been on quite a journey to reach us in Piccadilly - it would make a special gift for any chocolate-lover this Christmas. 

 

One thing that remains a constant support through all of the ups and downs in life is, of course, tea. The importance of taking time for tea has always been at the heart of Fortnum’s and there’s nothing quite like a brew to help relax, reset or revive your day. Our new botanical infusions will provide a positive pick-me-up when you need it most.

 

In six innovative flavours, each blend combines delicious teas and soothing botanicals together to provide an uplifting brew to suit your mood, as well as the time of day. Each flavour is housed inside a stunning tin that is reusable, with a unique design that tells its own story, and contains 15 silky teabags that can be enjoyed whenever and wherever you like. 

 

 

Our Christmas Hampers 

 

Not only is our Turkish Delight - made by a family-owned company in Istanbul - extremely delicious, but we're rather excited about the tin it comes in too.

 

The tin is made in Bermondsey in a 100% solar-powered factory and is recyclable for life - meaning that it will live well beyond being a home for our moreish Turkish Delight and last far longer than the average six times that plastic can be recycled. The bag it comes in is also fully home compostable and the sleeve is made from 100% recyclable cardboard.

 

Available in Rose or Pistachio flavours, it would make a delicious, sustainable gift this Christmas or a treat to share with family by the fire. 

 

Last but never least are our Christmas hampers, the parcels of joy that have been lighting up people's lives (even when it's not Christmas) since we first dispatched them in the 1700s. 

 

What can we say about these timeless wickers of wonder? Inside each one - whether big or small - we thoughtfully fill them with the most delicious, most exceptional and most meaningful things. Puddings, teas, tipples and all sorts of tasty condiments sit nestled within them, waiting for their lids to be lifted. 

 

And what's more, once you've finished every wonderful jar, caddy and bottle inside, our hampers can be reused for anything from a new place to keep your shoes to a cosy new basket for any puppies with an interest in real estate. If you're not sure which one's right for you, perhaps our Christmas Hamper Gift Guide will come in handy?

 

 

Fortnum & Mason X EC One Sterling Silver Round Cufflinks

 

Produced in the Caribbean by the world's first 'Farm to Store' craft chocolate makers, our new naturally grown and certified organic Sailboat Chocolate is 99% emission-free. 

 

Shipping is a major polluter – responsible for around 2.5% of global carbon emissions – which is why we set out to transport this remarkable chocolate all the way from the Caribbean to Piccadilly using as few emissions as possible. That meant by sailboat, electric van and even as a passenger on a horse and cart too. You can truly taste the quality of this exceptional chocolate that has been on quite a journey to reach us in Piccadilly - it would make a special gift for any chocolate-lover this Christmas. 

 

Created exclusively for Fortnum & Mason as part of a men’s lifestyle and jewellery collection, these handmade silver cufflinks by EC One have a timeless design that makes them an ideal gift for many an occasion. They feature a swivel back and can easily be engraved thanks to their round, deep shape and soft edges.

EC One have been making in London’s jewellery quarter for over 20 years. They were awarded UK Ethical Jeweller of the Year 2019 and are also proud to be B-Corp certified. Making jewellery as sustainably as possible and reducing its impact on the environment is at the heart of the business.

 

 

Our Christmas Crackers Are Recyclable Too

 

We have a long history with crackers - including a stint of having an entire department dedicated to them in Piccadilly, but we'll save that story for another time. While we love all things pullable, we aren't so keen on the waste produced once their contents have been enjoyed, which is why we've made our cracker collections more sustainable and easier to recycle. 

 

All of our crackers and boxes are recyclable, including the paper hats and jokes, with the exception of the ribbons, bows and trims, which can be re-used for decorating presents or something else crafty. Inside each box, you'll find information on how to recycle each element of your cracker, making it easy to enjoy a more sustainable Christmas.