It is time to get ready for Father’s Day and serve up a delicious feast for your old man. No matter if your dad is a beer or whiskey man, he wouldn’t say no to a delicious cocktail. Whether you want chic sippers or cookout-friendly summer beverages, these Father’s Day cocktail recipes feature bourbon, rye, and beer. So, swap the ordinary six-pack for a tasty cocktail and serve up a refreshing drink to the dad who’s always there.
Whiskey Smash
It doesn’t get classier than this. This whiskey smash is an amazing Father’s Day cocktail with a zesty lemon base. But instead of using squeezed lemon juice, you muddle the lemon along with some mint to release the zesty flavors. Here is the full recipe.
Tom Collins
If you have no experience or cocktail-making set, then this is the perfect drink to make at home. Tom Collins simply needs a few ingredients: a bit of gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water. Serve this classic summer cocktail this Father’s Day. Here is the full recipe.
Espresso Martini
This caffeinated cocktail recipe is rich, smooth, sweet, and foamy. It is the perfect Father’s Day cocktail for a coffee-loving dad. It pairs well with brunch. Its luxurious coffee flavor also works great as a post-dinner drink. Here is the full recipe.
Bourbon Rosemary Punch
Prepare a big batch of bourbon rosemary punch to serve at your Father’s Day brunch. This refreshing drink has a bittersweet flavor with rosemary-infused Aperol, bourbon, honey syrup, grapefruit juice, soda water, and dry sparkling wine. Here is the full recipe.
Papa Bear
Well, if you don’t make this for Father’s Day, you are really missing out. The Papa Bear cocktail is sophisticated, refreshing, and citrusy with a hint of spice. The recipe goes well with your brunch. Here is the full recipe.
Grilled Stone Fruit Sangria
The season of the stone fruits is here. So why not take advantage of the season and prepare a big batch of this grilled stone fruit sangria to serve at your Father’s Day gathering? The natural caramelized sweetness of the stone fruits will make this drink even better. Here is the full recipe.
Classic Margarita
It may not be a truth that is well-known, but dads love margaritas. So gather your ingredients: tequila, orange liqueur, and lime to make this refreshing summer drink for Father’s Day. Here is the full recipe.
Berry-Cucumber Moscow Mule
Give this classic winter cocktail a summery, fresh twist. The berry-cucumber Moscow mule is made with fresh blueberries, cucumber, and mint to infuse that perfect taste of summer. Here is the full recipe.
Dog Days of Summer Ale
Try this beer-based bourbon cocktail with its vibrant red color from cherry heering, aka cherry liqueur or cherry cordial. The heering also infuses the drink with strawberry jam notes, hints of marzipan, and pine. Here is the full recipe.
Grilled Peach Margarita
Move over, mimosa, there’s a new queen of brunch in town. Make this grilled peach margarita to give the cocktail a summer touch. It is easy to make and pairs well with your Father’s Day brunch. Here is the full recipe.
Boozy dark delight
Round off Father’s Day evening with this boozy dark delight. It is made using stout, whisky, and orange liquor. It’s smooth and rich in texture, ideal to savor on a cool summer evening with dad. Here is the full recipe.
Mai tai
Treat your dad to a mai tai cocktail and make Father’s Day celebration more fun and happening. The drink is infused with the flavors of rum and orange curacao. The recipe serves a single person but can be prepared for an entire batch. Here is the full recipe.
Matcha Whiskey Highball
Matcha is trending, and Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to introduce your dad to this grassy-flavored drink, and pray that he likes it. This matcha whiskey highball can be a staple for your Father’s Day cocktail. Here is the full recipe.
Mojito
You can’t go wrong with a mojito; the drink is classic. It is a refreshing summer drink and can be made with already available ingredients. It is a classic highball, consisting of white rum, lime juice, sugar, club soda, and mint. Here is the full recipe.
Classic Frothy Whiskey Sour Recipe
This whisky sour recipe is a classic combination of whiskey, lemon juice, and the perfect froth of an egg white. It offers the perfect balance of sweet and tart, making it a playful drink to enjoy on Father’s Day eve. This drink will definitely have Dad asking for refills. Here is the full recipe.
Let us know which of these Father’s Day cocktail ideas you will be trying this Sunday. Happy Father’s Day!
