Whether he likes to celebrate the weekend with a Negroni or an Old Fashioned, there’s no doubt he appreciates fine craft cocktails.
This Father’s Day, give him all the tools he needs to make his own right at home!
The Cocktail Couple Call Me Old Fashioned T-Shirt
Whether your dad is kind of old fashioned, or just really enjoys drinking Old Fashioned, he’ll appreciate this witty shirt ($25!) It’s fun and just a bit cheesy, just like a great dad!
igourmet Old Fashioned Barcuterie Board Gift Set
A great cocktail starts with the right accessories and this curated set ($110) has everything he needs to make the perfect Old Fashioned, from garnishes to even some bar snacks that are a perfect pairing. He’ll be all set!
Olive & Cocoa Etched Monogram Decanter & Glasses
There’s no gift better than the one that has a personal touch, and this personalized decanter and glass set ($158) will be treasured, whether his cocktail of choice is the Manhattan or a Whiskey Sour.
How To Cocktail: Recipes and Techniques for Building the Best Drinks
A budding chef wants quality cookbooks, and an aspiring mixologist often will feel the same about having the best cocktail books. This book ($14.69) from America’s Test Kitchen will help him learn all the techniques, classic recipes, and background needed to create the finest of craft cocktails.
Wood-Burned Dad Coasters
Your dad is an original. Doesn’t he deserve coasters that are just as custom? These wood-burned coasters ($3.19) can be personalized just for the big guy himself, and will be a beautiful accent for his home bar.
Buchanan's Special Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky
A craft cocktail maven doesn’t just appreciate whiskey, they appreciate good whiskey. They’ll accept nothing less. Special Reserve ($85) is Buchanan’s most exclusive blends, and made up of 15 unique whiskies that have been aged for a minimum of 18 years in European Sherry Oak casks. Whether appreciated neat or in a classic cocktail, this deserves a spot on his bar.
AeroGarden Harvest Elite
What’s better than fresh herbs for cocktails? A smart hydroponic gardening system ($130) right at home will make sure he has fresh herbs at the ready all year round, even without sun, soil or space. Perfect for garnishing his favorite cocktails!
A Bar Above 10-Piece Stirred Craft Cocktail Set
He might have the best whiskey or gin, or a fabulous bottle of bourbon, but having a quality set of bar tools is what pulls it all together. This set ($60) will having stirring and shaking gorgeous Manhattans and Old Fashioneds in no time, and looking like a serious mixologist while he’s at it.
Barking Irons Applejack
Someone who really appreciates a great cocktail also appreciates the history of what is in their glass. Applejack is considered by many to be the original American spirit. Way back in the 1800s, people would make this spirit at home by freeze-distilling hard apple cider, often made from the apple trees in their own yard! Barking Irons Applejack ($49) does not require any home freeze-distilling though. This spirit is made at the traditional 100-proof ‘moonshine’ style strength but drinks super smooth. it’ll be a beautiful addition to his collection!
Absolut Elyx Boutique Deluxe Martini Gift Set
Shaken or stirred? Let your dad summon his inner James Bond with this gift set composed of everything he needs to make a perfect martini. Whether he loves his martini with vodka or gin, he’ll love martini-making with this gorgeous set of bartending tools ($279). In the set is a jigger, Julep strainer, mixing glass, bar spoon, shaker, Hawthorn strainer and two gorgeous vintage-style cocktail coupes. Is it time for cocktails yet?
Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge
Cocktails are always best when they are super cold, and this wedge ($25) makes it easier than ever to chill a cocktail. While freezing, ice creates a wedge shape on one side of the glass. The ice will then slowly melt, which maintains the drink’s flavor, but keeps it super cold.
ENZO's Table Arbequina Olives
Does he love dirty martinis? The ideal craft cocktails have top-shelf ingredients from top to bottom, and that includes the garnish. These 100% organic and estate-grown Arbequina olives ($10) will be perfect for that martini or a brunch Bloody Mary!
Jacobsen Salt Co. Habanero Infused Sea Salt
Spicy salt is an ideal finishing touch for a margarita, and for other creative cocktails as well. Jacobsen's kosher salt is infused with habaneros ($11), which helps to create a smoky, spicy kick. It’ll also be fun for the grill!
