A father is not always related by flesh and blood. They can be the person that comes into your life later as a mentor during school or work. They can be someone that a parent starts to see or someone that lives in the neighborhood that looks over everyone and lends a hand when a hand is needed. Fathers are there, sometimes silently, to help support the people they care about, whether or not those people are their children or people that need the encouragement.

The approach for looking for gifts for Father’s Day was the same as we took for Mother’s Day. In fact, if you want to take a look at the article we published for that day, there are some suggestions that dad might also appreciate. You’ll find some great tools here for dad, some food and drink for him to enjoy, and a few other odds and ends. Let’s dive right in!

DIY For DAD

Essential At-Home Mixology Kit – $73.99 – Most beginner kits for home bartenders are the tools they need to make cocktails. Jiggers, strainers, shakers, the works. And those are out there. But this will help create and store infusions of spirits, simple syrups, or other kitchen staples—a next-level set for the home bartender.

Cocktail Bitters Making Kit – $79.99 – There is a wide array of bitters on the market. From the ubiquitous Angostura brand to more customized and niche flavors. The Man Crates bitters making kit has the bottles, ingredients, and recipes needed for dad to make the bitters he wants for his favorite cocktails.

The New Craft of the Cocktail – $35.00 – King Cocktail, Dale DeGroff, is the father of the modern cocktail movement. One of his first books, The Craft of the Cocktail, was given a refresh in 2020 and re-released with new cocktails, new techniques, and a decade of experience with classic cocktails. A must-have for any bartender’s shelf.

A Taste of Arriba Tequila – $41.37 – Having premium spirits in your house, at least a small selection of them, is a joy. But finding the right ones can be a challenge. Enter The Spirit Co. tasting boxes. They offer spirits from all over the world and across the flavor spectrum, from gin to whiskey to, you guessed it, tequila.

The Cocktail Box. Co. Margarita Cocktail Kit – $22.99 – If they have to travel, make sure they travel with a good cocktail! These kits from The Cocktail Box Co. have everything you need but the liquor to make quality drinks anywhere. Put them in your bag as you walk out the door rest assured that you have at least one good drink waiting for you on the journey.

Tools Of The Trade

Baseball liquor decanter – $139.95 – Every bar needs a conversational piece. Having this bat can start an array of conversations, from talking about the liquor in the vessel to the status of their favorite team. You could add some glasses from their favorite baseball team to complete the look!

Clear Ice Mold – 2″ cube – $35.00 – The pinnacle of ice in the bartending world is clear ice. It is something that bar programs worldwide strive to add to their drinks, not just for their clarity but for their chilling properties. This box will help them make it in their freezer for entertainment or a nice night at home.

Thor’s Hammer Bottle Opener – $12.99 – Dad can lift this hammer. And then he can use it to smash open his beer or pop! For the comics fan out there, this is a fun little addition to their bar area. And can be set in the middle of a table to see if anyone but Thor CAN lift it if the party gets a little slow.

Vinloq Wine Preservation System – $89.00 – Keeping a bottle of wine fresh once opened has challenged people through the ages. An anesthesiologist and wine lover had created a system that still allows the wine to breathe slowly, preserving the taste longer. No vacuum seals or other complex contraptions are required!

Deep Six Communal Bowl – $74.99 – Tropical cocktails can add a hint of warm weather all year round. This bowl from Cocktail Kingdom is a perfect way to serve them. Large enough to serve two or three people, this is another excellent conversational piece for when they and their friends get together.

Something Completely Different

Swamp Dragon Hot Sauce The Dragon Clutch – $15.99 – The hot sauce aisle can be intimidating if they are a fan of heat and flavor on their food. Swamp Dragon has a unique approach to hot sauce: they took out the vinegar and added liquor! Their Dragon Clutch gives a small sample of each sauce so they can find the one that works for them.

Couch Cup Holder – $25 – There is not a father out there that does not like something to drink while they are watching television or reading a book on the couch. This holder clings to the armrest at the end of any couch, allowing them to put bottles, cans, and even wine glasses in it and be confident they will stay put.

Coleman Stainless Steel Growler – $44.99 – They can take this with them camping or just have it for the house! This 64 oz./1,892 mL growler will keep beverages cold for several days in its vacuum double-walled insulation and easy-to-use flip top. No matter how they use it, their drink’s temperature will be just right.

Big Bourbon Beard Box – $60.00 – Dad always wants his beard looking well-groomed and presentable. This set from the Duke Cannon Supply Company helps them care for their beard and leaves them smelling like bourbon. If you need more reasons to support this company, a portion of their proceeds goes to veterans’ causes!

There is so much more out there for fathers. This is an excellent place to start looking, but you can go all over your town or the internet to discover what they want. If they have a special place in your life for what they have done, make sure you take time to show that to your father. They can always use a little extra appreciation. Happy Father’s Day!

This article was first published on AlcoholProfessor.com