If you’re still looking for that perfect Father’s Day gift, we might have the answer for you. Filling up dad’s bar and wine fridge is a foolproof way to impress the old man and earn some brownie points along the way. From special whisky-infused chocolates to sake bundles and non-alcoholic spirits, here are six different ways to make your dad extra happy this Father’s Day (Jun 20).
Purchase the Mr. Bucket x Glenfiddich Single Origin Meets Single Malt collaboration
Gift dad some whisky-infused bon bons thanks to Glenfiddich Whisky and Singapore’s very own Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie. This Single Origin Meets Single Malt collaboration features a limited edition set of treats, including the Honey Oak, Citrus Oak and Spiced Oak.
Each flavour features different single origin chocolate—sourced from farms around Asia and are infused with Glenfiddich 12-, 15- or 18-year-old whiskies to complement and highlight each of their unique taste profiles.
Order a mini whisky and bonbons pack ($55) from Mr. Bucket or the Glenfiddich 15 Year Whisky + Mr. Bucket Bon Bons bundle from ishopchangi.
Order Clink Clink’s curated drinks
For the wine and sake-loving dad, Clink Clink has the perfect answer.
Master Sake Sommelier Joshua Kalinan has curated a selection of six quality sakes representative of the various styles and regions. In his exclusive bundle ($395), Kalinan spotlights lesser-known sake breweries which are quietly shaking up the industry.
If wine is the preferred libation for dad, browse the curated wine bundles (three or six bottles) by world-renowned sommeliers and resident sommelier Matt Lamb.
Get dad started on his wine journey with the Discovery Bundle ($185), an introduction to the best of what Clink Clink has to offer. Or opt for Producer Spotlight: Momento Mori ($235) and for dads who appreciate quality, delve deep into Que Syrah, Syrah ($375) and taste the subtle nuances of six syrahs across six countries, spanning popular regions as well as those off the beaten track.
Grab a ticket to a virtual whisky tasting session
Why not show your love by booking dad a seat at a virtual whisky tasting session with an exclusive experience—a walk-through Talisker distillery. Led by Global Malts Ambassador Ewan Gunn of Diageo Rare and Exceptional, guests will be brought on a sensory journey to the distillery located on the rugged and desolate Isle of Skye.
The experience is available with purchase of limited-time sets of curated whisky bottles from the Diageo portfolio. The Talisker 8 ($500) includes Talisker 8, Cardhu 11 and The Singleton of Dufftown 17, whereas the Talisker 25 set ($1010) includes Talisker 25 and Pittyvaich 28. In an intimate discussion amongst like-minded individuals, participants will also get the opportunity to explore compelling whisky topics with the expert.
The limited offer sets are now available on Diageo. The bottles for the session will be delivered ahead of the tasting on Saturday, Jun 19, at 6pm and 8pm.
Try a personalised Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky
This gift is for the bourbon-loving dads—a personalised Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky ($58). You can easily add your father’s name or a special message on the bottle to make it that much more personal.
Made with soft red winter wheat instead of the usual rye, the whisky is aged in virgin American oak and tastes of caramel and vanilla. Every bottle is handmade from start to finish; which means hand-rotated barrels, hand-cut labels, and hand-dipped in iconic red wax till today.
Available at Winenspirits, Singapore.
Pick from Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits
With restaurants and bars still closed, consider treating your dad to a few cocktails at home with Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits. With 13 flavours ($59) like White Cane Spirit, Orange Sec, Dry London Spirit and even Absinthe, Lyre’s offers recipes on its website to make you a complete pro at the bar game.
Lyre’s range is available online. Enjoy a complimentary bottle with every purchase of four from now till Jun 19.
Get Janice Wong’s Father’s Day Cake Champagne Celebration Package
For your chocolate-loving dad, turn to Janice Wong for a limited edition signature marble glaze cake featuring a Biscoff mousse and crunch, coffee ganache and milk chocolate. The set ($140) also includes a box of five bonbons and a bottle of Bottega Gold Prosecco.
The Janice Wong cake set is available for self pick-up and delivery.
A version of this article first appeared on Epicure.
