M&S Just Turned Its Iconic Cocktail Cans Into Candles, With Fresh, Summery Fragrances to Match
No happy hour required — it’s always the right moment to light these charming cocktail candles
M&S has some iconic fixtures, both in its homewares section, and its food hall. Its cocktail cans? They're definitely a staple, and for their 40th anniversary, something big was always going to be in the works — the Cocktail Tinny Candle Collection, inspired by customers' all-time favorite canned drinks.
From the tropical Pina Colada to the traditional Gin & Tonic, there is a cocktail candle for everyone. The charming glass jars, finished with a playful pop on lids, make these scented candles a summer essential.
Arriving just in time for al fresco season, each candle honors the original M&S tinny aesthetic. Available for just £10 each and set to burn for 100 hours, these candles are a total steal to gift or save for yourself. It'll make cocktail hour so much more exciting, and here's what you can expect.
This fruity fragrance of passion fruit and vanilla makes this candle good enough to eat, with notes of honey. The vibrant pink facade adds a striking pop of color to your space — a definite mood booster.
This cocktail is always reminiscent of a tropical holiday, and M&S understood the assignment. Expect notes of coconut, pineapple, and vanilla with hints of citrusy lemon for your zesty hit.
The classic Mojito is always a fan favourite. Picture fresh lime, mint, and a hint of rum — it’s bound to impress with its fresh aroma. The green and turquoise glass jar feels like a fitting precursor to the scent within.
From a crisp citrus to hints of botanical juniper, the Gin & Tonic Candle has cool tonic notes bringing a fresh garden lift to any space. It's just the thing to make your living room smell elevated come cocktail hour.
Alternative Cocktail Candles to Shop
Notes: Chocolate, Maple, Coffee, Caramel
Calling all coffee lovers, this Espresso Martini Candle features a gourmand blend that'll make you feel like you're at a trendy London bar.
Notes: Olive, Juniper-infused Gin, Salty Brine, Vermouth
This Dirty Martini Candle from Anthropologie captures the savory aroma of the classic cocktail, complete with mini olive motifs to set the tone.
Notes: Strawberry, Green Apple, Lemon
It might not be a cocktail, but the design deserves a round of applause. Seletti’s Flirty Glow Lemon Candle smells fresh and is served up in a tin can with playful graphics.
Burn Time: 30 to 40 Hours
Anya Hindmarch's candles can be a little eccentric, but this classic take on a Coca Cola candle hits the spot like an ice-cold DC break.
Burn Time: 30 Hours
"As far as cocktail candles go, I always stop and smell this Mimosa Scented Candle from Loewe," says Amiya Baratan, wellness expert at Livingetc. "It's not for the breakfast cocktail puritans, but it smells strikingly similar to the real thing."
Burn Time: 30 to 40 Hours
This fruity cocktail candle features hints of sweet peach, cranberry, and amber in a charming pinstripe design. And if you prefer something more citric, then there's also an Italian Spritz Candle waiting to be lit.
M&S's cocktail candle collection is a treat for alluring scents in playful packaging. Not only will they make your home smell good, but the tinnies also add a charmingly decorative element to any space.
But if you want something a little more minimalist in form and fragrance, then you might want to check out the Kelly Hoppen x M&S candle, too. And to keep up with all the exciting home fragrance launches to come, sign up for our newsletter.
