Guiding a kid through the trials and tribulations of life is certainly no walk in the park. Which is why this Father’s Day, we raise our glasses to all the dads out there — the veterans and rookies alike.
Whether you’re on a mission to crack a grin on your old man’s face, or you’re a dad yourself who’s subtly nudging your offspring in the right direction — check out some of the best Father’s Day gifts that’ll make any Dad happy below.
PSA: Father’s Day is Sunday, September 3 in Australia this year.
Summary
For The Textbook Dad
New Balance 574
The once-and-future king. Arguably New Balance’s most well-rounded and beloved design, the 574 is bound to put a smile on Dad’s face. Built with trail shoe and runner technology, these are so good we’d be surprised if your old man stops at just one.
For The Juniper Inclined
Never Never Beeswax Gin
A damned sight more intriguing than store-bought London Dry, Never Never’s Beeswax & Olive Gin — the latest in the brand’s innovative ‘Dark Series’ — will lift Dad’s G&T game to delicious new heights. Chuck it in the freezer for a couple hours for a velvety, Martini-ready texture.
For The Home Cooking Hotshot
Lodge Carbon Steel Griddle
Cast iron skillets are heavy; they can be cumbersome to use when basting or transferring to the oven. The carbon steel griddle employs a handle at each end, with raised edges to retain juices and butter, plus it can sit on any heat source with less fear of damaging induction tops.
For The Modern-Day Maverick
Gucci Aviator-Style Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses
One for all the Dads out there who know their Fear And Loathing as well as their Fela Kuti, these Gucci aviators embody the Italian luxury house’s distinctive aesthetic in all its swaggering, jetset glory.
For The Daily Bean Counter
Breville Barista Touch Impress
Unlock third wave specialty coffee at home with this step-by-step barista setup from Breville. Dad will never pull a bad espresso again. Better yet, if he’s a new-age milk kind of guy, the Barista Touch Impress has three alternative milk settings for almond, oat and soy milks which perfectly calibrate air injection time and temperature accordingly.
For The Speyside Operator
Tamdhu 12 Year Old
This “entry-level” expression from one of Speyside’s renowned specialists in super-sherried Scotch is anything but basic. Laden with delicious and intense flavours of dried fruit, banana, and malt bisccy; this one lives up to its award-winning reputation and then some. Buy one for Dad, and while you’re at it, one for yourself.
For The Man That Keeps It Cool
Yeti Colster Insulated Can Cooler
One of the slickest items in the Yeti catalogue, the Colster Insulated Can Cooler is a must have for all codgers this season. Picture this: your dad owning the BBQ scene with what’s essentially a mini-fridge for his drink, keeping his beer completely chilled from top to bottom. How good.
For The Self-Care Savant
REIN DUO Pack
Born out of the need for a discreet anti-dandruff solution, REIN introduced their minimalist Duo Pack. Sporting an striking contemporary design and a refreshing ocean-inspired aroma, the combo is bound to elevate any dad’s morning routine.
For The Goggins Wannabe
Salomon Aero Glide Running Shoes
Salomon might be best known for its all-terrain trail running shoes, but that doesn’t mean the French-founded footwear brand can’t make an elite pair of road runners, with the Aero Glide boasting a high-stack energy foam midsole for enduring comfort.
For The Connoisseur Of Bubbles
Moët & Chandon Personalised Trilogy Grand Vintage
If dad enjoys breaking out the bubbles from time to time, he’ll love a personalised set of Grand Vintage from Moët & Chandon. Featuring the 2002, 2009 & 2009 Rosé vintages encased in a personalised wooden box, this thoughtful package is bound to make the old man smile.
For The Stogie Sucker
Dunhill Barley Rollagas Lighter
If your father is partial to a pipe or cigar, a fantastic, fit-for-purpose lighter really enhances the occassion. Give him the Rolls-Royce of ‘rollagas’ from Alfred Dunhill. They’re expensive but they’re the best.
For The Wise Man
The Wiseman Bourbon
Lots to love here — assuming your pa is a Kentucky Straight kinda guy. Among a handful of whiskeys crafted by the historic (now resurrected) Kentucky Owl distillery, this is southern comfort at its finest, offering a silken palate of caramel and allspice flavours. Good straight up, great in cocktails.
For The Globe Trotter
Longines HydroConquest GMT
Arguably the most practical complication a mechanical watch can be equipped with, the Longines HydroConquest GMT can track multiple timezones at once, making it an ideal daily companion for any old man who enjoys travelling, or whose work takes him around the world.
For The Sartorialist
Christian Kimber Sherbrooke Field Jacket
The Sherbrooke Field Jacket from Christian Kimber isn’t exactly cheap, but if your old man prefers to own less stuff, but the stuff he owns is great quality, then this is a jacket that’ll keep him warm for decades to come.
For The Culinarian
The Agrarian Experience Cooking Class
Rodney and Séverine undertook the painstaking process of moving the Agrarian Cooking Class from their home, to the grounds of their restaurant during COVID. It’s a cracking day out for any Dad interested in cooking, with much to learn, and plenty to eat, in a fantastic heritage location.
For The Nightcap Veteran
2017 Graham’s Vintage Port
Easily the most underrated category in all of wine, Port drinks well beyond the dollars you spend on it, and can be enjoyed by many for multiple nights. And paired with cheese, pre dessert, there’s nothing better. Consider Graham’s or Taylor’s for an unbeatable evening.
For The Smart Casual Expert
M.J. Bale Clayton Polo
Balancing sporty and sophisticated, the Clayton Polo from M.J. Bale is an essential addition to every dads wardrobe this year. Dress it up with a blazer for a business lunch or keep it more relaxed in chinos for the weekend BBQ, this versatile knit will ensure your old man has all bases covered this season.
For The Vintage Enthused
Longines Master Collection
If your dad is a watch guy, he’ll immediately know how special this vintage-inspired dress watch from Longines is, with a tasty salmon dial colour, delightful subdial proportions and engraved hour markers that only get better the closer you look at them.
For The Wine Snob
2019 Marc Delienne Abbaye Road
If your old man enjoys a crunchy, chilled, cherry led gamay with superbly balanced tannins, reach for Marc Delienne’s delightful Abbaye Road sourced from his own 13ha hectares in Fleurie, Beaujolais.
