The Knockturnal’s Father’ Day Spritz Roundup

Show your dad a little appreciation with his favorite bottle

Father’s Day is finally here and if you are wondering what to get that special father figure in your life, the easiest and tastiest solution is a bottle of his favorite premium spirit to make a delicious cocktail.  And this year, we have a wide selection of options that will definitely make your father happy.

Our first few selections are the classic whiskey, scotch, and bourbon ones.

Proper Twelve Mule

• 2 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
• .5 oz lime juice
• 3 oz ginger beer
• Lime wedge

Directions: Add ice to copper mug. Add Proper No. Twelve Whiskey, lime juice and ginger beer to the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge

 

Proper Apple Smash

• 2 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple
• .75 oz lemon juice
• Splash of fresh pineapple juice
• 2-3 oz club soda
• Mint sprig for garnish

Directions: In a shaker, mix Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple, lemon juice and a splash of fresh pineapple juice. Pour over ice and top with club soda. Garnish with a mint spring and enjoy!

 

Apple Lemonade

• 12 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple
• 32 oz lemonade
• Mix in pitcher for group serve

Directions: Fill a pitcher with ice. Add Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple and lemonade. Stir and enjoy with a group!

 

Aberlour 12 Year Scotch Whiskey Double Cask Highball

• 2 parts Aberlour 12 Year
• Splash of soda water
• Orange peel garnish

 

Jefferson’s Reserve The Reserved Manhattan

• 2 ounces of Jefferson’s Reserve
• 1 ounce sweet vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 dash orange bitters
• Garnish: brandied cherry

 

Directions: Add all the bourbon, sweet vermouth and both bitters to a mixing glass with ice, and stir until well-chilled.  Strain into a chilled coupe.  Garnish with a brandied cherry.

 

Redbreast 12-Year-Old Flying Peach Old Fashioned

• 5 parts Redbreast 12
• 5 parts creme de peach
• 2 dashes of simple syrup
• 1 dash of Peychaud bitters
• 2 dashes of orange bitters

Directions: Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.  Fill rocks glass with freshly cubed ice, strain into rocks glass.  Garnish with orange zest.

 

Martell Blue Swift Classic Man Sour

• 2 parts Martell Blue Swift
• 1 part honey syrup
• 1 part lemon juice
• Garnish: lemon twist

Directions:  Serve in a rocks glass filled with ice.

 

Grand Margarita

• 0.75 parts Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge (an exceptional blend of fine cognac and bitter orange liqueur)
• 1.5 parts Tequila
• 0.75 parts Fresh Lime Juice
• 0.25 parts Agave Nectar
• Lime wheel to garnish
• Salt Optional

 

And sometimes the best gift for dad is his favorite bottle of liquor.  And if you were looking for suggestions, we have some right below.

Benriach The Original Ten (SRP: $55.99)

Benriach Distillery, located in Scotland’s Speyside region, prides itself on having a distinctive flavor-forward portfolio of Single Malts complete with unpeated, peated and triple distilled whiskies. Inspired by the 1994 bottling of the Original Ten with its fruit-laden complexity and smooth, rounded taste, the new Original Ten re-imagines the 1898 origins of Benriach, brought to life in the 21st century through fusing distilling styles with extraordinary casks. The Original Ten encapsulates the signature smooth and multi-layered character of Benriach. Three cask matured for at least ten years in bourbon barrels, sherry casks, and virgin oak, to create layers of luscious orchard fruit, sumptuous honeyed malt, and toasted oak, all interwoven with a subtle trace of smoke.  The perfect introduction to our signature style and richly layered Speyside Single Malt.

 

Benriach The Smoky Twelve (SRP: $67.99)

Benriach Distillery, located in Scotland’s Speyside region, prides itself on having a distinctive flavor-forward portfolio of Single Malts complete with unpeated, peated and triple distilled whiskies. The newest addition to the core portfolio, The Smoky Twelve, has an extraordinarily sweet and smoky flavor that evokes the distillery’s smoke season. Master Blender Rachel Barrie creates its unique flavor palate through selecting and maturing in bespoke oak casks, and creating innovative combinations of bourbon, sherry and Marsala wine – which is her secret ingredient that makes this new entry so special. The whisky from each cask is then expertly married together to create a smooth, creamy single malt, multilayered with flavors of ripened fruit, aromatic smoky sweetness, and warming oak spice.

 

Benriach The Sixteen (SRP: $115)

Benriach Distillery, located in Scotland’s Speyside region, prides itself on having a distinctive flavor-forward portfolio of Single Malts complete with unpeated, peated and triple distilled whiskies. A re-introduction to the core portfolio, The Sixteen has been revived after previously being known as one of Benriach’s most heavily decorated and treasured expressions, with a reformulated recipe expertly crafted by Master Blender Rachel Barrie. This three-cask matured whiskey is aged in bourbon barrels, sherry, and virgin oak casks, producing an aroma full of baked apple and creamy hazelnut malt, with overtones of ginger-spiced apricot and honey.

 

 

Monkey Shoulder Whisky

An excellent gift option, featuring an elevated bottle, liquid, and all at a reasonable price ($32.99). This refreshingly approachable, high-quality Scotch is made from a selection of Speyside single malts married to create an exceptional flavor.

 

Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey

Say “cheers” to the man in your life with Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey ($29.99)! For the dad who likes the same spot on the couch and a TV remote in hand, this is the perfect nightcap – featuring a smooth golden finish with hints of vanilla and warm honey.

Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple

If he is always on the move with a new hobby, he will certainly love the newest expression, Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple ($24.99)! Perfectly paired for daytime activities, the golden liquid blends Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey with notes of crisp and juicy Irish apple.

 

Tequila Cazadores 100 Year Estate Release (SRP: $39.99)

Tequila Cazadores 100 Year Estate Release celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the brand’s original reposado recipe. The 100 Year Estate Release was produced using agave that was grown and matured on the Cazadores Distillery property in Los Altos de Jalisco. Made from a blend of tequilas aged in a combination of the distillery’s best hand-selected American oak and new French oak barrels, resulting in an extra special blend for such a monumental milestone.

 

Tequila Cazadores Añejo Cristalino (SRP: $39.99)

This smooth, colorless tequila is made with a slow, time-consuming and thorough filtration process. The result? An incredibly smooth Cristalino tequila with mellow wood and green apple notes. This high-quality tequila rests in New American oak barrels for 24 months and then filtered to remove its color while conserving the sensory qualities of an añejo tequila.

 

Tequila Cazadores Extra Añejo (SRP: $59.99)

The most aged of Tequila Cazadores, Extra Añejo is aged in virgin American oak barrels for at least three years, for deep flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, roasted apple and dried fruits. The warmth of Mexico is achieved with the spirit of time. It is demonstrated with a touch of cinnamon and vanilla that stands out between nutty notes.

 

 

Sipsmith London Dry Gin

The quintessential expression of a classic, traditional London Dry Gin. Bold, complex and aromatic – smooth enough for a Martini, yet rich and balanced, perfect for a G&T.  On the nose there is are floral, summer meadow notes, followed by mellow rounded juniper and zesty, citrus freshness.  On the tongue, you will get dry juniper leads, then reveals lemon tart & orange marmalade, before all the flavors harmonize.  And the finish is dry with spicy juniper & a hint of lemon tart emerging.