Father’s Day is just around the corner on Sunday 15 June and, if, like most, he’s spent the past 12 months helping you fix botched DIY projects and perfect your BBQ technique, then your old man is sure to appreciate a truly impressive gift. Dads, however, can be deceptively hard to buy for. Sure, he’s really into golf/whisky/cooking/craft beer (delete as appropriate) but he’s also bought himself every conceivable accessory and piece of kit going for his chosen hobby. It pays, then, to look beyond the obvious to find something timeless that he’d never think to buy for himself but is guaranteed to love. From punchy spirits to Savile Row-worthy style and brilliant grooming products, here’s our ultimate Father’s Day gift guide for 2025.

Wine & Spirits gifts

Few and far between are the fathers who don’t enjoy a tipple or two and, whether your dad is a cognac connoisseur or a whisky whizz, you’ll be thanked for calling on the experts to make your selection. Thankfully, a boom in specialist online retailers means you’ll never be short on suggestions when it comes to finding your dad’s next favourite drink.

When it comes to whisky you can’t go wrong with something seriously old – and The Last Drop is your go-to is you’re looking for a very special single malt. Its collection includes a show-stopping 55-year-old Tomintoul single malt – the brand’s oldest to date – distilled in 1968 and of which there only 582 bottles in the world. Alternatively, gift him a bottle of baijiu – possibly the world’s most popular spirit you’ve never heard of. Boasting 6,000 years of Chinese heritage, serve over ice to savour the sophisticated herbal and umami flavours.

Tequila more up his street? Impress him with Hacien’s crystal clear, warming spirit. Made with 100 per cent agave and matured in oak before being charcoal filtered, it doesn’t get much better than this Mexican masterpiece. And, of course, cognac will always go down a treat – just turn to the house of Rémy Martin for some of the best in the business. Teaming up with contemporary artist Anish Kapoor, the latest limited edition addition to its already impressive collection comes in a statement decanter featuring Kapoor’s exclusive artwork and will look great on his home bar.

Of course, not every man is into spirits, and if your dad favours the noble grape then how about a bottle of limited edition Veuve Clicquot Le Granda Dame 2015? Housed in a special gift box, created in collaboration with Italian ceramicist Paola Paronetto, it’s the perfect way to celebrate. Alternatively, Harvey Nichols’ A Drink for Every Course hamper is the ideal gift for foodies and consummate hosts alike.

Grooming gifts

We’re of the humble opinion that no man ‘doesn’t do’ grooming – he just hasn't found the right products yet. How better, then, to introduce your father to the wonderful world of moisturisers and serums than with Aspinal of London's seriously chic manicure set? Crafted from elegant pebbled leather, it contains a full complement of tools – including nail scissors, a file, clippers, and tweezers – and is a guaranteed game-changer. Complete the set with Nursem's retro-style hand creams. This handy duo includes a full-size pump bottle for home and a travel size he can keep on him wherever he goes.

If fragrance is more his thing, Parfum de Marly's new Castley scent is a refreshing and invigorating blend of fresh ginger and lemon petitgrain with twists of black pepper and akigalawood, we guarantee he'll want to wear every day. Finally, Commune's Seymour body cream will bring the spa experience to him. Enriched with cocoa and shea butter, the formula will deeply nourish and hydrate, while providing a lovely uplifting aroma. Smell good and feel great? We're sold.

Watch & Jewellery gifts

If you’re looking to really push the boat out this Father’s Day, a fine mechanical timepiece is sure to wow even the most discerning of dads. For a design that he can wear for decades to come, allow us to point you in the direction of Cartier's Santos de Cartier watch, with its timeless steel bracelet and classically styled square dial. If your dad prefers to make a sportier style statement, Rado's Captian Cook ceramic timepiece houses a whole lot of watchmaking expertise beneath its chunky black dial.

Equally likely to be cherished are Graff's Love Knot cufflinks, fashioned from 18 karat white gold to add a touch of glamour to even the simplest of white shirts, and Tom Wood's signet ring, a classic style with custom cut black onyx, it's designed never to be taken off.

Style gifts

While we’d never suggest you be so bold as to buy clothes for your mother, dads tend to be a little more relaxed and open with their style. The perfect opportunity, then, to introduce him to some new season styles he may not have yet considered. Take, for example, Mr P's boxy, Americana-style brown suede jacket. Or perhaps Orlebar Brown's Maitan linen shirt, finished in a summery floral print perfect for balmy days, is more his style?

Avid cyclist? Paul Smith's cycling jacket is ultra lightweight to keep the ride streamlined while shielding him from the elements, and offers a stylish fit with its checkerboard print. Or perhaps swimming is more his forte? You can't go wrong with a pair of swim shorts, like these vibrant blue ones from Hackett, that'll take him from laps in the pool to piña coladas at the beach bar.

If you feel more comfortable gifting the finishing touches, we’d recommend you go down the versatile and made-to-last route. Tom Ford's square-frame sunglasses are a great addition to any man’s collection while Carl Friedrik's carry-on suitcase is perfect for jetsetters in need of practical but stylish luggage. Dunhill's fine leather billfold wallet will serve him for years to come while Birkenstock's latest Arizonas will make him the coolest dad in town.

Home & Lifestyle gifts

If your dad is a whizz with the pots and pans there can be few more luxurious upgrades to his kitchen kit than Smeg's espresso coffee machine and Coravin's much-lauded wine preservation system – both of which make subpar libations a thing of the past.

Buying for an interiors guru? Sonic Edition's vast selection of art prints is sure to satisfy all tastes – our pick is the understated yet utterly cool Mifune Filming Venice. If all else fails, you can never go wrong with a pair of headphones and Danish brand Bang & Olufsen does some of the best on the market. Spoil him with the Beoplay H100 Charles Leclerc limited edition for the ultimate audio experience.

Or maybe he's the king of hosting dinner parties? This jug from Home Studyo will keep guests hydrated while adding some vibrancy to his tablescape, while Rira Objects' wine stopper is functional and fun. His guests will just keep coming back for more.

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