(BPT) - Father's Day is all about honoring the men who've shaped you, supported you, and shared their wisdom. This year, skip the novelty mugs and neckties and treat Dad to something he'll truly appreciate: a bottle of quality whiskey. Whether he enjoys a smooth Irish sip or a bold American bourbon, here are six standout options that offer a little something for every kind of dad.
1. Bushmills 10 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey: For the dad who'd rather be golfing
Bushmills has history in every sip - it's the world's most awarded Irish Single Malt and the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world. And as the Official Whiskey of the PGA TOUR, this Bushmills Single Malt Whiskey 10 year old is triple distilled from 100% malted barley and matured for a minimum of 10 years in former Sherry casks and bourbon-seasoned casks, which gives it its honey, vanilla and milk chocolate aroma. Its exceptional complexity is only matched by its approachability and its smoothness. (40% ABV, $58.99)
2. Proper No. Twelve Original Whiskey: For the dad who makes an Irish entrance
You've heard of an Irish exit - well, this dad does the opposite. The party doesn't start till he arrives. He'll enjoy the Proper No. Twelve blend, a blend anchored in single malt, crafted from Ireland's finest golden grains to deliver a properly balanced liquid with hints of vanilla, honey-like sweetness, and toasted wood. (40% ABV, $24.99)
3. TINCUP Bourbon: For the dad who loves the great outdoors
If your dad's camping equipment is already packed for summer, this is the bottle for him. Straight bourbon cut with Rocky Mountain water, TINCUP Bourbon is sweet and smooth - offering aromas of vanilla cream and worn leather, with notes of dried orange and rye spice. Pop off its signature tin cup cap and enjoy wherever adventure takes him, no glassware needed. (40% ABV, $24.99)
4. Stranahan's Original American Single Malt Whiskey: For the dad who embraces what's next
Stranahan's is a pioneer of American single malt, the first whiskey category to be legally defined and protected by the U.S. government in 52 years. Stranahan's is also the most awarded in its class; its Original recently won gold at the acclaimed San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Crafted from locally sourced grains, it's a marriage of 5- to 9 year-old barrels and cut with Rocky Mountain spring water, offering rich caramel and toasted oak notes. (47% ABV, $56.99)
5. Pendleton 1910 Bourbon: For the dad who's western at heart
Whether he's a true cowboy or just appreciates that Western spirit, Pendleton Whisky is the one for him. Born in the Great American West, it was literally made to honor one of the world's most famous and respected rodeos, the Pendleton Round-Up. Its new 1910 Bourbon, honoring the rodeo's inaugural year, is a 10-year-old bourbon; bold, robust and cut with pure glacier-fed water from Oregon's Mount Hood, offering flavors of caramel, vanilla and rye spice. (45% ABV, $45.99)
6. Great Jones Straight Bourbon: For the dad inspired by New York craft
Crafted in Manhattan's first and only whiskey distillery since Prohibition, Great Jones Straight Bourbon is medium-bodied with notes of creamy vanilla and a peppery finish. New York-grown corn, barley and rye are mashed and cut with Catskill Mountain water to create a uniquely New York spirit. (43% ABV, $40)
For An Over-the-Top Experience, Pair With a Distillery Visit
For those who want to go the extra mile, pair the expression of your choice with an unforgettable visit to where the whiskey was made. Check out Great Jones Distillery in New York City, Stranahan's Distillery in Denver, or The Bushmills Distillery on the north coast of Ireland, for exclusive distillery tours, delicious tastings and other unique experiences.
No matter which bottle you choose, give Dad more than a drink - give him a moment, a story and a toast to everything he is and loves.
Please drink responsibly. Learn more at Responsibility.org.
