For eighties babies, the big 4-0 is here, or, is fast approaching! Forget floppy disks and Walkmans, it’s time to treat their ‘grown-up’ side to a gift box or hamper that makes perfect 40th birthday gift for this milestone birthday.
At hampers.com, we have a great range of 40th birthday hamper gifts for her and for him. There’s something for everyone that will truly mark the significance of this big birthday. Explore hampers including a huge range of food and drink favourites, here:
To inspire your gift choice for this landmark birthday, check out our 6 top 40th birthday hamper ideas, below…
40th birthday gift ideas for him
If you are looking for the perfect 40th birthday gift for your friend, son, partner or husband, then let us inspire you with the small selection of delicious birthday gift hampers. And, what better place to start than with their favourite tipple or special sweet treat?
Whisky, Glasses and Whisky Stones Gift Set
The Whisky, Glasses and Whisky Stones Gift Set offers a wonderful 40th birthday keepsake gift.
Alongside a bottle of The Balvenie Double Wood 12-year single malt whisky, your special recipient will receive a set of glass tumblers and granite whisky stones, in a magnificent wooden case. The stones can be placed in the freezer and used to cool the whisky, without diluting it, unlike normal ice cubes. This makes for a fabulous gift to be enjoyed for years to come.
For the whiskey lover in your life, offer them a ‘whiskey on the rocks’ on their 40th that they will never forget. What better way to mark this significant milestone birthday.
Gentlemen's Tea Hamper
For the beer lover who also enjoys a ploughman’s lunch or an afternoon tea, we have the ideal 40th birthday gift for him.
Our Gentlemen’s Tea Hamper offers three bottles of real ale from the award-winning Loose Cannon Brewery, as well as mature cheddar cheese, caramelised onion marmalade, a pork rillette, crackers, savoury snacks, chocolate and a rich fruit cake. Plus, there’s premium ground coffee, from Slumber Jack to enjoy, too.
This 40th birthday gift has all of the components for the ultimate birthday feast on this major milestone occasion.
Traditional Treats Hamper
Whose dad, brother or son is always first to dive into the sweets... and hogs the chocolates at Christmas? The Traditional Treats Hamper could be the perfect 40th birthday gift to satisfy their sweet tooth.The array of mouth-watering treats will truly surprise and delight the birthday boy and show him how well you know him on his special birthday. There is so much to savour and indulge in with this special gift.
Among the range of sweet treats are delicious biscuits, gourmet fudge and a box of Belgian chocolates. Plus, he'll enjoy a delicious birthday cake just for him, with the almond-topped fruit cake also included.
40th birthday gift ideas for her
We have a lovely range of 40th birthday gifts and hamper for mums, daughters, wives, partners and friends. Whomever the special lady is in your life who is turning 40, one of our selections below is sure to perfectly mark the significant day. It's time to celebrate and show them how special they are with a hamper chosen just for them.
Luxury Rosé and Chocolates Gift Box
For a milestone birthday like a 40th, you can't go wrong with the classic gift of wine and chocolates. However, it doesn't have to be her usual bottle... why not gift her a new and vibrant bottle of rosé?
Take a look at our beautiful Luxury Rosé and Chocolates Gift Box, presented in our signature cream gift box. It features our specially selected bottle of Saint Peyre Grenache Rosé. This lovely summer wine is beautifully pale, with a fresh and fruity aroma. It is really easy-drinking for a celebratory occasion.
For added luxury, in this premium wine and chocolate gift, the birthday girl will adore the light blue box of premium Rococo chocolate truffles in a variety of flavours. There is a 62% dark chocolate ganache truffle right through to a smooth and velvety salted caramel 38% milk chocolate one.
If the birthday girl prefers Champagne, then our Champagne and Truffles Hamper may be the perfect birthday gift hamper for her. Nothing is too much trouble to ensure there is a gift for her that she will love. Only the best will do for a 40th birthday gift!
Margarita Cocktail Gift Hamper
For the cocktail lover who is about to turn 40, our new Margarita Cocktail Gift Hamper is the perfect treat for an important day such as this. Inspired by the flavours of Mexico and beautifully designed bottle, this Margarita is utterly delicious - trust us! All you need is ice, lime and some glasses.We have even supplied some very special Pure Ocean Sea Salt from the pristine ocean waters of Zanzibar, ready for the birthday girl's favourite cocktail glass to enhance every sip.
Is there any better way to kick off some 40th birthday celebrations in style than to buy a cocktail experience hamper? If you agree with us that there isn't, see also our Cocktail Hamper for Her featuring a cocktail tasting selection - a great alternative for getting the party started on the go or at a summer picnic gathering.
Luxury Champagne Celebration Hamper
For a milestone birthday, like a 40th, a decadent hamper is a great option to mark an extra special occasion and show her how much she means to you. Our Luxury Champagne Celebration Hamper will achieve this, with very little effort, but lots of thought.
The heart of this gift is a bottle of fine and delicate French Autreau Champagne. To complement this delicious bottle of fizz, there is a whole range of sweet and savoury treats - from premium Rococo chocolate truffles to Champagne strawberry jam. There is even a jar of acacia honey and a special tin of tea bags.
The premium wicker hamper itself makes a lovely keepsake addition, ensuring this 40th birthday gift hamper is one to cherish. Take a closer browse through each of the lovely items. Plus, for a fizz and wine hamper combination, see our Prestige Food & Wine Hamper, too.
The premium wicker hamper itself makes a lovely keepsake addition, ensuring this 40th birthday gift hamper is one to cherish. Take a closer browse through each of the lovely items. Plus, for a fizz and wine hamper combination, see our Prestige Food & Wine Hamper, too.
40th birthday gift ideas for all
Mark a significant birthday milestone with a very special hamper. At hampers.com, we pride ourselves on curating and selecting a wide range of gifts to suit all tastes and preferences.
As well as 40th birthday gift ideas for him and her, we have specialist categories for specific dietary requirements and a broad range of hampers, based on other food and drink favourites, including wine, cheese and sweets. We also have a range of plant-based, vegan hampers, too. A 40th birthday should be filled with foodie favourites, after all!
We hope you find the perfect 40th birthday gift idea with us to accompany some amazing milestone birthday memories. To browse the full range, take a look, here:
