Here are 5 Father’s Day Drinks that will leave the father figure you are celebrating pleased as punch.
- The Classic Martini
Firstly, let’s squash the stereotype that dads only enjoy neat spirits or beer. Um, James Bond, anyone? The man who made the martini sexy and smooth. Mix up a martini this Father’s Day and pair it with a charcuterie board of dad’s favourites. Olives, sharp pungent cheeses, and salty nuts bring out the martini’s flavours.
Be sure to keep it shaken and not stirred.
- Wine
If you know your pops well enough, choosing a wine is quick sticks and stress-free. But what if you don’t? No stress! We have a solution – cook him a Father’s Day meal and match the wine to the meal. Seafood, pork, chicken, or meat, even dessert. We have you covered with a delicious recipe and a wine. Suppose dad is a vegetarian, no worries. Try this Smokey Red Wine Mushroom recipe (minus the chicken stock). Once cooked, these mushrooms can be added to a pasta or made into a pie.
- Craft Beer
Market Liquors has an incredible craft beer selection. Weis, lager, Pilsen, IPAs, APAs, you name it we have it. Boston Naked Mexican Lager, CBC Amber Weiss, Blockhouse IPA, Jack Black Pale Ale, and Darling Brew Bone Crusher are some of the satisfying craft beers we stock. While beers are versatile and go with everything, don’t they go super well with burgers? Check out our post Burger and Beer Pairings for some killer combinations for this Father’s Day.
- Brandy
Brandy is the go-to drink for many dads. A lekker brannas and Coke. The most logical food pairing is a braai when drinking brandy with something sweet. Or biltong and nuts. But this is more tradition than the influence of Gordan Ramsey. Neat brandy, on the other hand, opens up many options, including salmon, chilli poppers, and coffee-themed desserts. Think bold flavours.
- Whiskey
My dad was a whiskey man. On the rocks. No funny business with any mixes. If your old man is the same, bring out the best in your whiskey with strong cheeses, dark chocolate, fruit or a tasty steak braai. The smoky flavour of the steak and the intense flavours of the cheeses and chocolate will really elevate the whiskey’s profile.
Spoil the dad figure in your life with these Father’s Day drinks
PS All ingredients are available from a Food Lover’s Market near you
