Whether it’s your dad or the father of your children, this year, why not show him you care by treating him to a Father’s Day gift he really wants. What is it they say about the way to a man’s heart? We’re pretty sure it has something to do with his stomach, so we’ve broken our list of cool father’s day gifts into four main “food” groups. Whiskey, beer, meat and fire. That last one’s in there because man wouldn’t be enjoying the other three if he’d never rubbed those two sticks together.
Cool Father’s Day Gifts: Whiskey
1. The Kings County Distillery Guide to Urban Moonshining ($16.41) Amazon
Written by the founders of Kings County Distillery, New York City’s first distillery since Prohibition, this book is filled with history and current trends as well as DIY instructions and cocktail recipes. This Father’s Day gift will entertain and enlighten.
2. Whisky Tasting Sets (starting at $39.50) Master of Malt
We showed these sets to some serious connoisseurs and they got pretty excited. From the Unusual Cask Whisky Tasting Set ($39.55) to the Old and Rare Whisky Tasting Set ($204.56) whatever your budget you can give dad something new to wet his whistle.
3. Lickety Split Aging Kits ($150.86) Wigle
We couldn’t write this post without giving a shoutout to Pittsburgh’s very own whiskey distillery! This unique Father’s Day gift is complete with a beautifully crafted barrel, two snifters and 2 bottles of spirits. Dad can taste a little bit each week and chart the evolution of his personal batch.
Cool Father’s Day Gifts: BEER
4. The Very, Very Many Varieties of Beer ($35 unframed) Pop Chart Lab
We recommend Pop Chart Lab prints any chance we get. They make such unique and thoughtful gifts for any occasion. Whether he’s an expert or a novice, if he loves beer, this Father’s Day gift featuring 89 varieties of beer with over 200 representative quaffs is sure to delight him.
5. Beer Series Membership (Starting at $39 for 1 month) Craft Beer Club
For the best and most affordable selection of beer from U.S. craft breweries, the Craft Beer Club has what you’re looking for. This Father’s Day gift surprises dad each month with a 12-pack featuring four different breweries.
6. Homebrew Beer Kit ($110-$165) Provisions by Food52
He’s been saying he wanted to try brewing his own beer for ages. This Father’s Day gift will give him the nudge he needs to start a delicious new hobby that the whole family could benefit from!
Cool Father’s Day Gifts: MEAT
7. Whiskey Soaked Campfire Jerky ($16) MANREADY MERCANTILE
This Father’s Day gift really knocks it out of the park and is sure to make your dad feel like a grizzly man even if he’s still in his khakis. Not only does it combine whiskey, meat and fire in its creation, it tastes great washed down with a cold beer.
8. Gift Subscription (Starting at $75 for 1 month) Mantry
Aka the Man’s Pantry is a food-of-the-month club that helps men discover American artisan food. Each month includes 6 full size products packed in a handmade wooden crate with a custom manual detailing product stories and recipes. Although not all items are made of meat, there seems to always be at least one carnivorous delicacy in each crate.
9. Grill Master (Starting at $85 for 5lb.) AgLocal
AgLocal started as a place for Michelin Star chefs to connect with the highest quality farmers but is now available to the home cook. This Father’s Day gift sends dad 4 – 5 different flame friendly cuts including steaks, kabobs, ground meat, ribs and brisket sourced from only the most responsible regional farms. Because not all meat is created equal.
Cool Father’s Day Gifts: FIRE
10. Rapidfire Chimney Starter ($14.99) Amazon
These little puppies know how to get a fire started. If your dad loves nothing more than firing up the charcoal grill, he’ll think this Father’s Day gift is great. He’ll wonder how he ever lived without it.
11. Magnesium Fire Starter ($35.90) Kaufmann Mercantile
This Father’s Day gift may look old fashioned but is incredibly practical. The highly flammable magnesium rod ignites even when wet, but is impossible to light accidentally. If your dad loves camping in the great outdoors, he’ll take this with him every time.
12. Airlighter ($99.95) Bison
This is the Cadillac of lighters. Sure it’s a faster, safer, cleaner way to light barbecues, but it’s the 4-inch flame and slick lines that will have him showing off this Father’s Day gift to all his friends.
Now go forth and gift something nice for the man you’re celebrating this Father’s Day. And remember, if you want more gift ideas tailored specifically for your special guy, join our beta today!
