June 15 is Father’s Day. Whether that father figure longs for a day on the links, sitting on the couch, or standing behind the grill, the reality is that celebrating his impact on people’s lives is the reason for the holiday. With these five Father’s Day cocktails, the glass is full of flavor, gratitude, and a splash of dad humor.
Just like dads and father figures have all different types of personalities, likes, and preferences, these Father’s Day cocktails have a little bit of everything. From a touch humorous to a little more sophisticated, there is a libation for his mood, spirit preference, or food pairing.
Kicking off the list is the Verderita cocktail from Pantalones Organic Tequila. A few sips of this slightly spicy, subtle twist on a classic sour cocktail scores with dads who prefer a little extra flavor in their glass.
While Pantalones Tequila often celebrates that freedom of enjoying life’s adventures without cumbersome pants, dads can wear whatever apparel that they choose while sipping this cocktail. From the backyard barbecue to the soccer stadium, that jalapeno kick brings bold refreshment to any celebration.
Verdita
Ingredients
- 1.25 oz Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila
- 2.5 oz Owen’s Margarita Mix
- .35 oz of Jalapeno Tincture liquid (Slices of Jalapenos soaked in Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila for over 48 hours)
- Splash of Orange Juice
Directions
1. Combine ingredients and serve over ice.
2. While paternity is not the only way to be a father, some men are prolific in that arena. Over the years, Aviation Gin has celebrated those men and their offspring.
3. This year, Ryan Reynolds’ beloved modern gin is back with another take on the Reverse Vasectomy cocktail. As seen in this video with two iconic 90s stars, this year’s take is one that more people can appreciation
Reverse Vasectomy by Aviation American Gin
Ingredients
- 1.25 oz Aviation American Gin
- 1oz Cranberry Juice
- Lemon Juice
- 2 oz Tonic
- Orange Twist
- Ice
Instructions
1. Garnish empty glass with an orange twist
2. Add 3 oz tonic
3. Squeeze a dash of fresh lemon
4. Pour 1 oz cranberry juice
5. Add 1.5 oz of smooth Aviation American Gin
6. Top off with fresh ice in a tall glass
7. Stir, sip, enjoy
Although no one should use the terms old, tired, or weathered when describing that father figure, age does bring wisdom. With this cocktail from Tequila Corralejo Reposado, the slightly aged tequila adds depth and warmth to the cocktail. This simple cocktail focuses on the spirit and allows it to shine. It is similar to how dads give their kids the knowledge to achieve and let them bask in the spotlight.
Reposado Padre
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila Corralejo Reposado
- 0.5 oz agave
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- Garnish: expressed grapefruit peel
Method
1. Combine all ingredients in an ice-filled glass. Stir until chilled (about 15–20 rotations). Add additional ice as needed and garnish with an expressed grapefruit peel. It’s smooth, citrusy, and effortlessly cool—just like Dad.
2. This Father’s Day weekend coincided with the 125th Golf U.S. Open at Pinehurst Resort. While it may not be possible for dad to get a seat on the 18th hole to watch all the action, he can enjoy a cocktail featuring the event’s signature spirit, Dewar’s 19 Year Old- The Champions Edition. That specialty bottle is available and would make a lovely Father’s Day gift.
3. For drinkers who prefer their Dewar’s in a cocktail, this golf inspired recipe is a bright, refreshing sip that is perfect at the 19th hole or in the backyard. Pour dad one of these sipper and let him re-tell the stories of his epic round that almost won him the parenting championship.
Lemon Wedge
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Dewar's 12 Year Old
- 2 oz Lemonade
- 3 oz Club Soda
Method
1. Combine Dewar’s 12 Year Old and lemonade in a highball glass over ice, top with chilled club soda and stir, garnish with a lemon wedge.
2. Continuing with another dark spirit, this cocktail recipe offers a take on a trending food flavor, pineapple. While that tropical fruit is often associated with frozen drinks and tiki beverages, this simple cocktail has just the right amount of fruity sweetness to make it an easy sipper on a summer day.
Paradise Pops
Ingredients
- 1½ parts Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey
- 2 parts Soda Water
- 1 part Pineapple Juice
Method
1. Pour Teeling Whiskey in a rocks-filled Collins glass. Add soda water and top with pineapple juice. Garnish with pineapple slices.
Whether it is one of these Father’s Day cocktails, a beer, or a soda that deserves food, there are plenty of ways to raise a glass to the father figure in your life. Sip after sip, story after story, the time spent together is the true gift that keeps on giving.