Father’s Day

            It is hard to believe that Father’s Day is right around the corner.  Blink and it will be Fourth of July.  Today, I have some suggestions for Father’s Day Gifts:

Jack Daniels Single Barrel – Many of you have probably seen the Forest Gump movie where Forrest’s momma says “life is like a box of chocolates, never know what you’re going to get.”  Well, the same can be said for Jack Daniels Single Barrel.  No two barrels occupy the same space in the barrelhouse, so no two taste alike.  Some may have more vanilla or caramel, others may have a more toasty flavor.  In my opinion, unlike some chocolate fillings, every bottle is still excellent.

Bushmill’s 1608 Anniversary Irish Whisky – In 1608, King James I granted Bushmills an official license to distill, and this Whisky was developed in 2008 to commemorate that act.  This is a blend of malts, some aged in Spanish Sherry Casks and some in American Oak.  The result has a toffee-like smoothness with vanilla, honey and dried fruit notes.  And, this is now an absolutely great price.

Crown Royal Cask 16 – Cask 16 is a blend of over fifty individually aged whiskies in 12 year old cognac barrels. These barrels are made of oak from the famous Limousin in France.  The whiskies are designed to have a cognac type of finish with notes of rye, grain, and fruit

Rogues Dad’s Little Helper – A great beer with hot and spicy foods.  It has a very sweet malty aroma and very little bitterness.  This is not your Dad’s malt liquor, but your Dad might like this malt liquor.

Stone Arrogant Bastard Ale – An arrogant beer with an arrogant slogan, but might be perfect for your Dad.  Smooth, balanced and toasty, this beer is a beast.  They make an oaked version as well, which is even more arrogant.

Orrin Swift The Prisoner – This is one of my favorite red wines.  It has a deep garnet color with tons of berry and cherry on the nose (smell – remember the S’s of tasting).  Long finish with ripe tannins.  This is a red blend of predominately Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, with Syrah, Petite Sirah, Charbono and Grenache as well.

Vinturi Aerator – If you don’t have time to open your wines a little while before drinking them – this “breathing” adds air to the wine and allows to the flavors to open up – then the Vinturi is a great answer.  Pour the wine through the device to release the wine’s best flavors.

Once more, out of space, so it is time to stop.  If you still have questions or are looking for the perfect gift, stop in and see me.  And all of you Fathers, have a great day.  Cheers!!!