Father’s Day is June 17---Don’t have a gift? Check out our Father’s Day Gift guide.
-Lincoln Chinnery
A day to take stock and pay tribute to fathers, dads and the non-gender specific guild of fatherhood on Father’s Day. Gift giving for the father in your life has been made easier with the invention of the internet and its reigning master, Amazon.
Here’s the thing, instead of letting the 1’s and 0’s do the gift giving, how about something personal--Spending time with your father figure and shopping together. This could be done in person or over the interwebs. Below are our Father’s Day gift guide ideas for Fathers near or far.
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Children and teens often feel weird drinking in front of or buying spirits for their fathers. Thankfully, you are neither. Adults buy spirits and drink with other adults all the time.
If your Father figure enjoys a good glass of whiskey (or whisky) head out to a quality wine and spirits shop with them and purchase Monkey Shoulder Whisky, SRP: $33. Monkey Shoulder is a blend of three of Speyside's finest single malt whiskies. The combined efforts of Glenfiddich, Balvenie and Kininvie distilleries make this a crowd favorite.
Another favorite is Hudson Whiskey Manhattan Rye, SRP $50. Made in New York (Gardiner, NY), Hudson has a proud tradition of creating an award winning, bartender friendly family of whiskies that never disappoint. Also, taking a day trip to the distillery with your father is a great way to bond. It’s a fun time away from the stress of the big city.
Woodford Reserve’s Double Oaked, SRP $50.Whiskey loving fathers have a respect for the process and barreling of the Spirit. Purchasing a bottle of Woodford’s Double Oak will show that you know a thing or two about barreling, char and the wonderful magic that is distillation. It’s a deep amber colored, 90 proof, tasty vanilla and milk chocolate handshake that says, “Thank you for being there.”
Any of the three, will show your father that you have good taste and don’t drink like a Frat Boy or Sorority Hellcat. They are perfect in a cocktail or in a rocks glass as you the two of you chat about childhood memories or why Debbie from Accounting is the worst.
Besides the dinners and wacky ties, Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the other hero in your life. It’s a time for fathers to bask in the warmth of gratitude and respect. Some people aren’t blessed with a father figure in their lives and others lose them way too soon. If you have one, give that special person an extra long hug. Showing emotion, displays of love and appreciation are never sign of weakness. It shows how strong we are and how much we care about our fathers.
If you believe the outdated ads from Hallmark or the poorly written television commercials float around cable, dads are the hardest person to shop for. With all the choices across the interweb buying something nice for the father figure in your life is very simple.
Besides buying Spirits to salute fatherhood, another gift category is clothing. Not knowing you father’s hat size isn’t a sin, and the crew at Tenth Street Hats can point you in the right direction. This California based hatter takes a family approach to make sure each hat is crafted with a worldly touch. If your dad is a thriller with the grill(er) Tenth Street has a line of Sun Protection Hats that provide UPF50+ shielding from the Sun’s rays. From bowlers to fedoras to safari hats and beyond Tenth Street is more than capable of adding a dash of class to your dad’s wardrobe.
Whether it’s completely updating a father’s style or infusing some new life into a wardrobe that hasn’t changed since the last episode of MacMillan & Wife aired – a casual yet modern choice would be an item from the Ryan Seacrest Distinction collection. The clothing isn’t glitzy or flashy. The collection is peppered with solid clothes for the father with a dad bod. Enough to get them noticed but nothing that shouts ‘Mid-Life Crisis’. With well-tailored clothing in three real life categories (Everyday, Career and Special Occasion) RSD hits the mark on helping fathers look sharp without breaking the bank.
There is an old saying – “If the shoe fits buy it in every color.” A father’s style says a lot about who he is and where he’s going. If your father isn’t slowing down and still likes to dress to impress a new pair of shoes might be the perfect gift. Owen Edwards hand crafts sexy shoes that stand out in a crowd and make a bold impression. With free shipping and old-world craftsmanship – the only error you could make is not buying two pairs (and one for you). Made with full grain calf skin, accented with seamless healcaps and fine Italian leather soles – these are the shoes your mother will be happy to see your father in.
Besides the dinners and wacky ties, Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the other hero in your life. It’s a time for fathers to bask in the warmth of gratitude and respect. Some people aren’t blessed with a father figure in their lives and others lose them way too soon. If you have one, give that special person an extra long hug. Showing emotion, displays of love and appreciation are never sign of weakness. It shows how strong we are and how much we care about our fathers.
Lastly---"I gave my father $100 and said, “Buy yourself something that will make your life easier.” So, he went out and bought a present for my mother." – Rita Rudner, Rita Rudner is an American comedian, writer, actress and an American treasure.
Lincoln C. Chinnery III is a freelance Cocktail Journalist, Bar Reviewer, Whiskey Enthusiast, Gin Lover, Bourbon Drinker, and Eater for fine dinners. Lincoln welcomes questions and comments via email at [email protected]
