Out of the Box Father's Day Gifts
For the guy who has it all, here are some out of the box Father's Day gift ideas.
nTake your Dad from whiskey drinker to whiskey maker. With this whiskey kit and instructions he can make it exactly how he likes it. The kit comes with White Dog un-aged whiskey, an aging barrel, a pouring funnel, two tasting glasses–for distilling a spirit of his own. Price: $150 More Info
nIf your dad prefers breweries to distilleries he can become a brewer the minute he opens this kit. With a detailed guide book to brewing he will have his kitchen turned in to a brewery in no time. Mom can thank you later. Price: $28.00 - $48.00 More Info
nA valuable tool for little cost. This pocket gadget can crack open a bottle and just as easily seal it shut. Price: $9 More Info
nGo online, Select your bottle of choice, add a personal message and tell Dad your appreciation without saying a word. Your message will be engraved on the front of a bottle of Jonnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whiskey. Price: $225 and up More Info
nIf the all-in-one tool isn't enough, get your grill master a briefcase of all the necessary grilling tools. This case includes 20 stainless steel utensils, perfect for the on-the-go griller.. Price: $54.00 More Info
nEsquire's food editor, Ryan D'Agostino, has put together this male-centric cookbook of 75 recipes for men. He includes entertaining essays about food and life and useful kitchen points every man needs to know. Price: $16.30 More Info
nGive the new dad a chance to rediscover his pre-child love for the outdoors. This backpack can fit his new little one, diapers, camping gear and anything else he might need. Price: $299 More Info
Every new dad needs caffeine fast. This compact espresso maker heats up in 25-30 seconds and is small enough to fit easily in any kitchen. Price: $229.95 More Info
nThis watch doubles as a tool to help your dad's golf game. It is preloaded with more than 18,000 U.S. and Canada courses, can measure individual shot distances and track how far dad walks on the course. It also provides yardages to the front, back and middle of the green. Price: $249.99 More Info
This tool plugs directly into dad's car and runs an app that reports his cars data directly to his iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. From the app he can reset diagnostic codes, log engine performance, check gas mileage, and know what’s going on in his ride before it is a problem. Price: $100 More Info
nFor the rock star dad, the Pick Punch takes materials like old credit cards or unused gym membership badges, and punches them into custom guitar picks. Price: $25.00 More Info
nYou have a lifetime of memories with your dad. Walk with him down memory lane with a personalized photo book. Upload your pictures, pick a theme and let the rest be done for you by an easy to use website. Price: From $20 More Info
nGive your dad the chance to see what the headlines were the day he was born. This leather bound book is a reproduction of the entire edition of the New York Times that printed on his birthday. On the cover of the book is your dad's name, "The New York Times," and the date embossed in gold on the cover. Price $99.95nMore Info
nIf sailing is his thing and you can't swing a trip to the coast, treat him to a day sailing the next best thing -- Lake Ray Hubbard. You can give Dad a variety of different sailing adventures from two-hour experiences to full sailing certification classes. Price: From $169. North Texas Sailing School. 300 Rush Creek Dr., Heath (972-771-2002). Website
nGive the history buff in your life an experience he'll never forget with a ride over Dallas in a warbird aircraft. The Cavanaugh Flight Museum offers rides in bombers, fighters, and helicopters from World War II and the Korean War. Price: From $125-1,995nCavanaugh Flight Museum, 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison (972-380-8800). Website
nSurprise the man who fearlessly taught you to drive with a day behind the wheel of a Ferrari. This one-day package gives your Dad a Ferrari for the day and a double-feature movie night for two at the Galaxy Drive-in Theater in Ennis Price: $1,000. Platinum Motor Cars, 11430 North Central Expwy., North Dallas (469-374-9090) Website
