If you’re celebrating Father’s Day (20th June, if you needed a little nudge) and are looking for something a little different to spoil your pa with, look no further. The editorial minions behind whiskymag.com have been working away to find the best gift ideas that are sure to place you, or secure your place, in the coveted ‘favourite child’ spot this year.
Whether your dad loves his whisky as it comes, in a cocktail kit, as part of a delectable hamper, or maybe all of the above, is up to you to decide. One thing is for sure, you’ll be hoping he’s in the mood to share.
Father’s Day is all about finding a gift with a personal touch, so why not surprise your old pa with a personalised bottle of Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, for £49, with a message that will put a smile on his face.
Choose between two single malts: Glasgow 1770 The Original, The distillery’s fresh and fruity signature single malt; or Glasgow 1770 Peated, the distillery’s rich and smoky single malt.
Simply enter the text you wish to be printed on the bottle label, limited to 30 characters. Then enter the text you wish to be printed on the gift carton label, limited to 25 characters. Each of these messages can be different and totally unique.
Alternatively The Glasgow Distillery also offers two gift pack alternatives; the Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Whisky Gift Pack priced at £59, which includes your choice of Glasgow 1770 Single Malt alongside two branded Glasgow 1770 whisky glasses; or the Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Miniature Selection Gift Set priced at £20, which includes 5cl bottles of each of the Glasgow 1770 Signature Range: The Original, Peated and Triple Distilled.
Lastly from The Glasgow Distillery you could join your dad for the Father’s Day Whisky Tasting Special for £35. The distillery has partnered with Once Upon A Whisky to offer a virtual tasting experience on 20th June. Simply purchase two tickets to The Glasgow Distillery Company Father’s Day Whisky Tasting and you’ll both take part in an in-depth, fun and engaging 1.5-hour educational experience.
Why not make the most of this beautiful weather and treat your dad to the Virginia BBQ In A Box.
Catoctin Creek Distillery in Virginia, US has partnered with Tom Hixson of Smithfield who has chosen the best American-style meat cuts. Working closely with the distillery, Tom has created three limited-edition rye-based hot sauces and the box includes a full preparation guide with recipes to indulge in authentic Virginian sides and cocktails. If that’s not enough to tempt you, instructions for Cornhole (a traditional Virginia garden game) and a Spotify playlist is also included to musically transport you to Virginia.
The unique Virginia BBQ In A Box is available for £110 (including delivery) for nearly 5kg of meat, as well as a full-size bottle of rye, sauces and added extras, comfortably serving six people. It is available now for pre-order online with delivery on June 17th and 18th ahead of Father’s Day on the 20th.
If you’ve always wanted to take your dad on a round-the-world-trip, then this could be the perfect gift; albeit on a slightly smaller scale. The Dads! Dads! Dads! Cocktail Box represents three of the key whiskey producing regions around the world; America, Ireland, and Scotland, and includes a cocktail to highlight their unique characteristics.
From Show Me The Monkey, a Scotch whisky cocktail created using Monkey Shoulder, to the Jerezano Manhattan, created using New York Distilling Co.’s Ragtime Rye, this is a true cocktail extravaganza. Prices start from £18.00 (plus P&P) for 3 cocktails, and in each box there is a mystery 30ml dram of whisky as a little bonus to help your dad discover perhaps his new favourite drink.
Last but not least, Glenfiddich has collaborated with The Cocktail Man to present you with, get ready for it, The Daddy of All Cocktails’ Collections. The assortment contains a selection of all-time favourite Glenfiddich cocktail mixtures to deliver an impressive serve to dear old dad, from the comfort of home.
The distillery has offered a selection of three cocktails, gift wrapped and delivered, and at varying price points. Whether you’re after an Apple & Pear Highball (£24.99), a luxury gift box featuring a Blood Orange Whisky Sour (£34.99), or a spiked Peach and Honey Iced Tea (£64.99) creating 22 serves, there is a delicious dram to be enjoyed by all.
Whether your dad loves his whisky as it comes, in a cocktail kit, as part of a delectable hamper, or maybe all of the above, is up to you to decide. One thing is for sure, you’ll be hoping he’s in the mood to share.
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Father’s Day is all about finding a gift with a personal touch, so why not surprise your old pa with a personalised bottle of Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, for £49, with a message that will put a smile on his face.
Personalised Father"s Day bottle from The Glasgow Distillery
Choose between two single malts: Glasgow 1770 The Original, The distillery’s fresh and fruity signature single malt; or Glasgow 1770 Peated, the distillery’s rich and smoky single malt.
Simply enter the text you wish to be printed on the bottle label, limited to 30 characters. Then enter the text you wish to be printed on the gift carton label, limited to 25 characters. Each of these messages can be different and totally unique.
Alternatively The Glasgow Distillery also offers two gift pack alternatives; the Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Whisky Gift Pack priced at £59, which includes your choice of Glasgow 1770 Single Malt alongside two branded Glasgow 1770 whisky glasses; or the Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Miniature Selection Gift Set priced at £20, which includes 5cl bottles of each of the Glasgow 1770 Signature Range: The Original, Peated and Triple Distilled.
The Glasgow Distillery Mini Gift Pack
Lastly from The Glasgow Distillery you could join your dad for the Father’s Day Whisky Tasting Special for £35. The distillery has partnered with Once Upon A Whisky to offer a virtual tasting experience on 20th June. Simply purchase two tickets to The Glasgow Distillery Company Father’s Day Whisky Tasting and you’ll both take part in an in-depth, fun and engaging 1.5-hour educational experience.
Why not make the most of this beautiful weather and treat your dad to the Virginia BBQ In A Box.
Catoctin Creek Distillery in Virginia, US has partnered with Tom Hixson of Smithfield who has chosen the best American-style meat cuts. Working closely with the distillery, Tom has created three limited-edition rye-based hot sauces and the box includes a full preparation guide with recipes to indulge in authentic Virginian sides and cocktails. If that’s not enough to tempt you, instructions for Cornhole (a traditional Virginia garden game) and a Spotify playlist is also included to musically transport you to Virginia.
Virginia BBQ In A Box
The unique Virginia BBQ In A Box is available for £110 (including delivery) for nearly 5kg of meat, as well as a full-size bottle of rye, sauces and added extras, comfortably serving six people. It is available now for pre-order online with delivery on June 17th and 18th ahead of Father’s Day on the 20th.
If you’ve always wanted to take your dad on a round-the-world-trip, then this could be the perfect gift; albeit on a slightly smaller scale. The Dads! Dads! Dads! Cocktail Box represents three of the key whiskey producing regions around the world; America, Ireland, and Scotland, and includes a cocktail to highlight their unique characteristics.
Dads! Dads! Dads! Cocktail Box
From Show Me The Monkey, a Scotch whisky cocktail created using Monkey Shoulder, to the Jerezano Manhattan, created using New York Distilling Co.’s Ragtime Rye, this is a true cocktail extravaganza. Prices start from £18.00 (plus P&P) for 3 cocktails, and in each box there is a mystery 30ml dram of whisky as a little bonus to help your dad discover perhaps his new favourite drink.
Last but not least, Glenfiddich has collaborated with The Cocktail Man to present you with, get ready for it, The Daddy of All Cocktails’ Collections. The assortment contains a selection of all-time favourite Glenfiddich cocktail mixtures to deliver an impressive serve to dear old dad, from the comfort of home.
Apples & Pear Highball
The distillery has offered a selection of three cocktails, gift wrapped and delivered, and at varying price points. Whether you’re after an Apple & Pear Highball (£24.99), a luxury gift box featuring a Blood Orange Whisky Sour (£34.99), or a spiked Peach and Honey Iced Tea (£64.99) creating 22 serves, there is a delicious dram to be enjoyed by all.
