Father's Day is a special occasion to celebrate and honour the fantastic men who have supported and nurtured us or who are helping to raise our children. For dads who love whisky, a unique and thoughtful whisky gift idea will make his day extra special.
Whether he prefers a classic bourbon or a peaty single malt, there's a whisky or whisky-tasting kit that's perfect for him. And if you'd rather not gift him booze, we've got some fantastic whisky-related gift suggestions, from jerry-can mini bars and steampunk whiskey dispensers, to a customisable whiskey tasting journal.
No matter what your budget or your dad's whisky preferences, there's sure to be a gift in this guide that he'll love.
Whiskey Accessories Dad Will Love
RusticDesignTR's handmade metal whisky dispensers are like nothing we've seen before. These steampunk figurines have an outstanding life-like quality and would be a key talking point in any bar. The functionality of the dispensers (for any spirit or wine) and lamps makes them a great utility in the home. These dispensers/lamps are hand made with plumbing parts, which creates an interesting vintage industrial look. The dispenser system is built onto a board of wood which is hand stained and varnished. Will fit most regular size spirits bottles up to one litre. Made in Turkey, worldwide shipping is available. Returns & exchanges are accepted.
A double-walled steel Norlan Tumbler is perfect for dads who enjoy their spirits outdoors. As with the original glass Norlan, the Norlan Steel's shape is designed to help release the ethanol within your favourite spirit (whiskey, whisky, brandy etc) allowing the scents to become more present when nosing, which in turn can improve the flavour when drinking. This tumbler is produced from blow-molded stainless steel. Inside, the tumbler is finished with a food-grade safe electroplated coating that acts as a mirror for the contents. On the outside, the tumblers are hand-burnished before receiving their final finish in polished stainless steel or mirror black PVD coating.
These retrofitted jerry can mini bars are customisable with engraved glassware and an inner timber door panel to make the perfect unusual whisky gift. Each jerry can mini bar includes three tumbler glasses, a lockable door (with two keys), vintage stained premium pine wood racks, and a can rack dispenser with five standard-size soda/premix/RTD slots. The central section will store your gift recipient's favourite bottle of spirits (3.75" wide, 3.75" deep) up to 1 litre. Handmade in Ireland, shipping to the UK, USA and Australia.
These elegant, cigar and whiskey trays are handcrafted with FSC certified white oak and can be custom engraved. Designed with two sections - one for his whisky glass and one for his cigar and ash. The 3" x 3" glass holder conveniently fits square and round whisky glasses, and it can be personalized to make it more special. Made in the USA with worldwide shipping available
80% of what we taste comes from what we smell, and Nose Your Bourbon have the perfect kit to help dad learn to identify the common scent/flavour profiles in his whiskey. The 18 elements in the Bourbon Nosing Kit represent the wood, grain, sweet, spice and fruit/floral categories commonly found in a bourbon tasting wheel. USA shipping only as the kits contain real ingredients (not synthetic substitutes like a lot of kits), including cocoa, honey, cherry (dried), leather and tobacco. An expansion kit is also available, containing an additional 18 elements (such as butterscotch, rose, plum, red pepper). These kits are ideal for a bourbon or whiskey tasting, to really open up the conversation.
These Harris Tweed Hip Flasks from HarpandBalalaika in Scotland (Etsy) the are the perfect whisky traveller. They come in a range of tartans, include an 6 oz stainless steel flask with stainless steel cups. We've got a similar style flask and the cups are so handy to share a quick dram when you're out and about - perfect for camping or hiking and other outdoor events.
These bourbon tasting journals from SomethingForKeepsAU are a perfect gift for bourbon or whisky lovers (also available as Whisky Notes). The journals are handmade from leather with a flawless laser-engraved 'Bourbon Notes' design and the option of adding up to four more engravings. The journal can be personalized with a name, monogram, date, quote, and more. You have the option of ready-to-fill-out tasting note pages with all the details of each bourbon/whiskey being reviewed. In addition to basic details, there is a space to rate the flavour profile, colour, and clarity, as well as a space for additional notes underneath. Alternatively, you can choose to have blank, lined, or squared paper instead. This journal is a unique and thoughtful gift for a dad who is hard to buy for and for anyone who enjoys a good whiskey. Made in Australia with shipping available to the USA.
Whisky Gift Sets For Dad
A bottle of his favourite whiskey is a classic gift to please any whiskey-loving dad. For something unique, consider getting him a special edition, one from an independent bottler or one aged longer than he usually drinks.
Alternatively, a tasting set can be a wonderful gift if he loves to try different types of whiskey or if you're not sure precisely what whisky he likes. These sets usually include a variety of whiskies in small (usually 30ml, though the Starward Trio are 200ml) bottles, allowing him to try something new and compare flavours and styles.
The Drinks by The Dram Father's Day Whisky Set comprises five 3cl (30ml) wax-sealed samples of the following whiskies: Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask Matured, Egan's Centenary Whiskey, Ledaig 18 Year Old, The Glenlivet 18 Year Old and Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky - Distiller’s Reserve. The perfect Father's Day gift for a whisky lover.
Gift a trio of Australian whiskies from Starward Distillery (located in my home town of Melbourne) with 20cl (200ml) bottles of Starward Nova, Starward Fortis and either a Starward Classic or Starward Twofold (depends where you purchase from). Available worldwide.
The Drinks by The Dram 12 Miniature Whisky Collection of 3cl (30ml) wax-sealed samples is a safe bet as a whisky gift as there are a variety of drams from around the world, and they are beautifully presented in a gift box ready for Father's Day. Whiskies include: Glengoyne 12, Teeling Small Batch, Brenne French Single Malt Whisky, Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey, Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range, World Whisky Blend (That Boutique-y Whisky Company), Mortlach 16, Aerolite Lyndsay 10 - The Character of Islay Whisky Company, Darkness 8 Year Old, Tobermory 12, Green Isle and Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey.
The ultimate tasting set for bourbon loving dads. This set features five fabulous 3cl (30ml) wax sealed bourbon samples from producers big and small all across the USA: Legent Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Maker's Mark 46, FEW Bourbon, Bulleit Bourbon 10 Year Old and J.W. Kelly Old Milford Bourbon. Gift boxed and ready for presenting on Father's Day.
Whisky Subscriptions Not Just For Father's Day
Why celebrate dad on just one day? Show your love year round by getting him a whisky subscription. From monthly to quarterly deliveries, give the gift that keeps on giving and help expand his whisky (and whiskey) horizons.
Flaviar is a subscription box service (monthly or three-monthly) for world whiskies: Scotch, Bourbon, Rye, Irish, Japanese. Boxes can also be purchased individually, but get in quickly, as the boxes change regularly. Gift memberships are available, and a fabulous idea if you're not sure exactly what whiskies to gift, as your recipient can choose their own. Available in the USA, UK and EU.
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is a membership club for whisky lovers around the world. Founded in Edinburgh in 1983, the Society has been on a mission to release the finest single malt whiskies in the world. Members have access to the widest selection of single cask, single malt whisky, and can participate in exclusive tasting events, partner bar discounts, and more. The SMWS also regularly offer a fabulous selection of bourbons, rums, cognacs and gin.
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Powered by the team behind Master of Malt and Drinks by the Dram, "Pour & Sip boxes are curated by a group of passionate people based on years of experience to inform, inspire and delight, making each box tell a story". A fabulous Father's Day gift for someone based in the UK, the Pour & Sip subscription comprises five hand-picked 30ml drams of whisky delivered to his door each month (or every two months), and he can join in on the accompanying live virtual tastings. Gift memberships are available, and the Independent declared them the "Best Whisky Subscription 2022". Available in the UK only.
The beauty of the Whisky Club is that there is no ongoing commitment to purchase the whiskies each month. Purchase a gift card for dad, and he can spend it on whatever whisky takes his fancy over the coming months, and you don't need to worry about purchasing the right one. Past whiskies include Sullivan's Cove French Oak, Wild Turkey Single Barrel Select, Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 20 yo, Lagavulin 26 yo, and Paul John Port Cask; they offer a broad mix of world whiskies. Available in Australia only.
More Drink Gifts For Dad
If you're still undecided on what alcohol related presents to buy for him on Father's Day, have a read through our related posts, Man Cave Decor & Home Bar Gift Ideas and Our Whisky Lovers Guide to Unusual and Unique Whisky Gifts. If you're in Australia, check out our Whisky Gift Ideas You Can Actually Buy In Australia. UK readers must see our Unusual Whisky Gifts UK Guide.
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