The Cons

You have to be reasonably open-minded about which wine will be passing your lips, as although all this stuff has been selected by the company’s sommeliers, you essentially get what you’re given for each month. So, if you’re not into red, wince at white or wretch at the thought of rosé, it’s going to be a problem.

Flaviar

After a man reaches a certain age, he should experience the epiphany that it’s no longer acceptable to chuck any old alcohol in a glass alongside a mixer and hope for the best. With over 15,000 fine spirits on offer, subscription service Flaviar aims to end your reliance on vodka Red Bull with its curated spirit alcohol box containing whiskies, rum, bourbon, gin and cognac.

The Pros

Alongside big brand heavy hitters, you’ll find plenty of off-the-beaten-track options which will broaden your horizons and impress guests. Membership (which costs £15 per month) gets you access to a tasting box every three months and access to a catalogue of spirits that you’d struggle to find elsewhere.

The Cons

If you’re looking to stock up your alcohol cupboard for regular use, or are looking to host a party worthy of Gatsby, Flaviar’s quarterly tasting box isn’t going to keep you well-oiled. Discovery, rather than volume, is the main draw here. Plus, if you really hate anything in the pre-curated boxes, you’ll be saddled with small bottles of stuff you’ve no intention of drinking.