Whether your dad loves or hates making a deal out of Father's Day, we're sure he won't complain about our great gift ideas. From top-of-the-line Nepresso machines to super-informative books about
whisky, let Square Meal take the stress out of finding the perfect Father’s Day gift this year, and treat him to something special.
Taylor’s 10 Year Old Tawny
A glass of chilled tawny port is lovely in the summer. If you’re unfamiliar with tawnies, they are slightly different to LBV and vintage ports, but are equally delicious. The name comes from the
‘tawny’ hue that the port develops as it ages slowly in barrel, losing the more traditional ‘ruby’ colour. At the same time, tawnies develop lovely spicy, nutty aromas. Delicious when matched with
hard, nutty cheese, tarte Tatin, or crème brûlée. £23/70cl; Sainsbury’s, Waitrose
Nespresso Lattissima+ machine (pictured right) 
For dads who love coffee but don’t want to spend hours making it, the Lattissima+ machine from Nespresso is ideal. Ready to use in less than one minute, the machine serves up espressos, cappuccinos
and lattes at the touch of a button thanks to its ‘one-touch’ system that creates creamy, velvety milk froth. We also like the fact that it can accommodate cups of all sizes, thanks to its sliding
drip tray. £249/selfridges.com
Cardhu single-malt whisky
Cardhu is the Speyside distillery best known as the home of the famous Johnnie Walker blend, but its own single malt is well worth a look, too, particularly with this new glass pack. Cardhu’s
signature style, the 12 Year Old, is a classic Speyside malt, delivering delicate floral, honeyed aromas, and on the palate, you’ll find hints of spice, along with a pleasing richness. The pack
contains a 70cl bottle of the 12 Year Old, along with a glass specially shaped to maximise the aromas. £36.95/70cl; thewhiskyexchange.com
Langley’s No. 8 gin
There’s a definite Bond theme to this new gin from Langley’s No.8, aimed at ‘the discerning gentleman’, even down to the casino chip-style lid. The number refers to the eight botanicals used in the
recipe, which includes orange and lemon peel from Spain, and Sri Lankan nutmeg. This is a bold gin, with assertive juniper notes, so best used for a punchy G&T, or in a cocktail where you want
the gin flavour right to the fore. £30/70cl; thedrinkshop.com
Big Green Egg barbecue
Dads love a barbecue, and this incredibly stylish example will grace any garden. Big Green Egg is available in five sizes, from Mini to Extra Large, and all are made with rust-free ceramic and an
enamel coating. They’re a doddle to use, and one load of charcoal will stay burning for up to 12 hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to feed your hungry hordes. £399-1200; biggreenegg.co.uk
Pommery Summertime Champagne
Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to crack open the fizz, and this seasonal offering from Pommery is ideal. A Blanc de Blancs Champagne (made with 100% Chardonnay), Pommery Summertime is fresh and
invigorating, with hints of acacia and lime, and lovely floral notes. Serve as a pre-lunch treat, or match it with light fish or salad dishes. £47/75cl; amathusdrinks.com
Let Me Tell You About Whisky
The world of whisky can be rather daunting, but help is at hand from spirit boffins Neil Ridley and Gavin D Smith with their new book, Let Me Tell You About Whisky. The duo give you the
complete low-down on this majestic spirit, including how whisky is made, how to taste and serve it, and even which foods to pair with it. There are also more than 200 individual whisky
recommendations £16.99/Pavilion
Freaker beer holder (pictured left)
For years, Aussies have kept their beer cool with the ‘stubby holder’, also known as the ‘beer koozie’. And now, we Brits can also accessorise our drinks with pride, with the Freaker. Fully
knitted, and machine washable, Freakers keep cold drinks cool and hot drinks warm, and come in six lively designs, including ‘Big Booty’, ‘Hooters’, and ‘Dirty Carl’ (pictured). £9.99;
firebox.com