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Father’s Day 2020: 25 last-minute gifts you can still order

Darren Paltrowitz
Darren Paltrowitz

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 13: A view of Truly: Hard Seltzer products during the Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite featuring Culinary Demonstrations at The IKEA Kitchen presented by Capital One at Pier 94 on October 13, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for NYCWFF)

Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for NYCWFF)
Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for NYCWFF)

Here are 25 last-minute gifts you can still order for Father’s Day 2020

Are you still searching for some last-minute gift ideas for Father Day 2020? We’ve got your back with 25 fun ideas for fathers with all sorts of interests.

With everything currently happening in the world, many of us are still spending our days and nights indoors. But Father’s Day 2020 is just around the corner, and even in the midst of a global pandemic and other pressing issues, the paternal figures in our lives still deserve some recognition.

If you are still seeking a gift for Father’s Day 2020, we’ve got 25 ideas with varying price points that you can order today and receive in time for the holiday.

Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas

Erika’s Tea Room Scones

Erika’s Tea Room of Clermont, Florida recently launched a second business called Erika’s Tea Room Scones. This followed the Erika’s team successfully creating, baking and shipping thousands of their delicious Florida Famous Scone’ from their own local Erika’s Tea Room kitchen.  Their fresh custom-made scone gift sets are made with a variety of regular, gluten-free and sugar-free flavors.

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Leila Shanoff, the Head Sconista at Erika’s Tea Room Scones, has notably created some special liquor and liqueur-based flavor scones. Among the liquor-oriented Gift Packs available are the following flavors: Bourbon Pecan Scones with Bourbon Black Tea, Bailey’s Irish Cream Scones with Bailey’s & Cream Green Tea, and Rum Raisin Scones with Rum Raisin Herbal Tea. Delicious and satisfying treats.

Truly Hard Seltzer’s Truly Summer Fridays Calendar

If you’ve been following your drink-related media reports, the “Summer Of Seltzer” is coming. In turn, Truly Hard Seltzer has launched the season with its Truly Summer Fridays calendar, as created in partnership with GiveThemBeer.com. Because even though many of us are still working from home, Summer Fridays still need to happen.

As the first-ever variety pack to include all 16 of Truly’s flavors, drinkers will be able to reveal a surprise different flavor of Truly every summer Friday. However, you seltzer, the Truly Summer Fridays calendar is here for you.

Trouvaille’s Color Map Mugs

This one is an ideal gift for frequently-traveling — or eventually intending to be frequently-traveling — fathers, It is a unique mug you can color yourself. Each set includes a mug with a world (or the U.S.) map along with a special green ceramic pen to color in visited places. The ink becomes permanent after baking and is both microwave and dishwasher-safe. As an added bonus, the set is sustainably-produced in Europe.

Eastern Standard Provisions Co.’s Pretzels

Eastern Standard Provisions Co. is a popular Boston-based gourmet snack brand that ships its hand-twisted pretzels and artisanal salts right to your door.  Each of its pretzels is crafted by hand with the finest, all-natural ingredients. All of the pretzels arrive fresh via mail, meaning all the customer needs to do is heat and eat them. The individually-wrapped pretzels are also perfect for freezing, giving the customer an option to enjoy them one-by-one over time.

Under the guidance of well-known restaurateur Garrett Harker and head baker Lauren Moran, Eastern Standard Provisions recently launched a special box offering for Father’s Day. The box, which is available nationwide at esprovisions.com for $59.99, includes one Topknot pretzel, 12 SlidePiece buns, one Bag of Pretzel Bites, and a Gourmet Salt Pack (White Truffle Salt, Chili Lime Salt, Everything Spice, Lemon Rosemary Pretzel Salt). The set, as an added bonus, also features Eastern Standard Provisions Socks and Father’s Day Sticker. But believe you me, the pretzels alone are worth the cost of the set.

Laudemio Frescobaldi Extra Virgin Olive Oil

With a suggested retail price of $39.99, Laudemio Frescobaldi is a unique emerald-green and robust extra virgin olive oil with authentic Tuscan aromas of freshly-mown grass and artichoke. It can be easily purchased on Amazon and delivered right to your door so you can give your dad a taste of Italy without having to leave your home.

Frescobaldi is also known for making top-tier wines — offerings from The CRU and Gorgona included — so you can also do some wine-shopping from the same brand while you’re at it.

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Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas

Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company

For a gift recipient with a sweet tooth, Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cakes bakes fresh sweets using an old-fashioned family recipe from 1950s Brooklyn.  They come in a variety of flavors beyond the crowd-pleasing classic, including blueberry and salted caramel and more. They even have a gluten-free version. Full crumb cakes are available in 8×8 size and also come in a 12-pack of perfectly-portioned individual servings called Crumbkins. All of the cakes are made with natural ingredients, are preservative-free and are shipped directly to your door.

For June 2020, there is a limited-edition crumb cake for the month: a Cherry Almond Cake. This almond cake features with a chunky cherry preserve and an almond crumb topping and ships free all month.

Laconiko’s Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Laconiko is a boutique Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil company, based in Manassas, Virginia. Its Laconiko Ultra Premium 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil is reportedly the most internationally-awarded Greek olive oil-based in the U.S. and is regularly ranked among the world’s best olive oils each year. Great taste aside, you can expect healthy, pure, and unfiltered extra virgin olive oil from Laconiko.

The brand’s Black Truffle-infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil is currently available on Amazon, as priced at $27.95. It is recommended for steaks and burgers alike.

Omnom Chocolate

Omnom is Iceland’s first and only bean-to-bar chocolate maker. Its handmade, small-batch chocolate offerings include single-origin selections from Madagascar, Tanzania, Nicaragua, and Peru. Omnom chocolates are available on Amazon, while select flavors are also available online through Murray’s Cheese.

Beyond the buying physical goods themselves for the holiday, Omnom has a Father’s Day virtual chocolate tasting event scheduled for June 21, 2020. Its Omnom x Megan Giller event is set to happen online via Zoom at 4 p.m. EST. Its $50 tickets include 5 Omnom chocolate bars and an interactive tasting with Omnom founder Kjartan Gíslaso, and bean-to-bar chocolate author Megan Giller.

Eli Mason’s Kits & Mixers

Eli Mason makes The Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer. That’s it. Why the Old Fashioned, you ask? Well, in the words of Eli Mason: “Because it’s the best dang cocktail out there. It’s classic, timeless, boozy, and delicious.” Typical versions of The Old Fashioned combine whiskey, sugar, and bitters. A lot of recipes will include muddled fruit, and most are garnished with a citrus peel or a high-quality cherry. Eli Mason, instead, makes its Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer using premium, all-natural ingredients like real cane sugar and a proprietary blend of bitters, as made in small batches in Nashville, Tennessee.

With Eli Mason’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer, you can create a genuine Old Fashioned cocktail in less than 60 seconds. Just grab your favorite bottle of whiskey, mix, stir, and enjoy. The same great folks are also behind MADE SOUTH, the Southern Whiskey Society Good Southerner, and the Southerner Podcast.

Flaviar

Flaviar is a club for fine spirits enthusiasts. Launched in 2012 in Europe, the London-based company’s mission is to help everyday people build their dream home bar. Both an online-based and a real-world community, Flaviar currently ships to 35 states, offering free shipping. Participating brands include Glenfarclas, Patron, The Macallan, Lagavulin, Yamazaki, Bulleit Bourbon, Sipsmith, and Woodford Reserve. Membership is $20 monthly, as billed quarterly.

As covered in a recent round-up for Guilty Eats, WhistlePig Rye Whiskey recently announced WhistlePig HomeStock Whiskey, a whiskey blended together, while apart. The limited-edition whiskey was created via a virtual crowd blending experience in collaboration with Flaviar. WhistlePig will donate 20% of online sales via Flaviar & Caskers from HomeStock to the U.S. Bartenders’ Guild (USBG) Foundation’s Emergency Assistance Program, which provides COVID-19 Relief Grants to bartenders.

Also new and cool as related to cool spirits within the Flaviar realm, you can still get your hands on a special bottle of Garrison Brothers Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon, as handpicked by Flaviar team. But as of this article’s publishing, only a few bottles are currently left.

(Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Grey Goose)
(Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Grey Goose)

Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas

Humboldt’s Finest Vodka

Humboldt County is home to the world’s tallest trees, unusually-long stretches of undeveloped coastline, pristine rivers, and a forest as old as the dinosaurs. The watershed that the Humboldt Distillery — based in Fortuna, California — draws from originates in Humboldt’s old-growth forests.

Humboldt Distillery founder Abe Stevens is a fifth-generation Humboldt native with degrees in chemistry and biochemistry. After college, he worked in the pharmaceutical industry doing research and development. He also became an accomplished tournament poker player and a successful real estate investor, but Stevens found his true passion for making organic spirits in his hometown.

Stevens’ distillery is the producer of Humboldt’s Finest, a California-made hemp-infused vodka. Humboldt’s Finest uses locally grown hemp to create a unique herbal flavor that is THC-free and legal in all 50 states. It is available online at Drizly, Hi-Time Wine, Total Wine & More, and Saucey. It was awarded 96 points and Double Gold Medal at the 2019 Bartender Spirits Awards.

Cocktail Courier

World Cocktail Day may have been a few weeks ago on May 13th, but it never hurts to be cocktail-ready at home. Perfect for at-home imbibing, Grey Goose and the Bacardi family of brands have released Cocktail Courier kits. They can be delivered directly to your doorstep and are equipped with perfectly portioned ingredients and detailed instructions so you can make the perfect cocktail, every time.

Whether you’re a rum lover, tequila enthusiast, gin drinker, or scotch sipper, these World Cocktail Day Kits have a spirit for everyone. They are now available for purchase in a Mini Size (yielding 2 drinks) or Classic Size (yielding 8 drinks) with inventive libations inspired by their spirited origins. The website for Cocktail Courier also provides recipes related to the commercially-available spirits.

SuperBee Wax Wraps

Keeping foods fresh and keeping germs at bay is always important, but perhaps now more than ever. SuperBee Wax Wraps offer an ethical way to reduce plastic waste while keeping foods fresh and contained. Each wax wrap is handmade from 100 percent Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)-certified organic cotton, sustainably-harvested beeswax, organic coconut oil, tree resin, and — in the words of the brand itself — “lots of love.”

As beeswax, coconut oil and tree resin are all naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial, SuperBee Wax Wraps can be used again and again, up to 2 years when taken care of properly. And when the wraps have finally lost all their cling, they can be composted instead of adding to a landfill. If that weren’t enough, as a social enterprise, the Thailand-based company behind SuperBee Wax Wraps provides fair wages (20 percent above the living wage suggested by the Fair Trade Organization) and a safe workplace for primarily female workers in the rural area where it is based.

Snuggle-Pedic Pillows

With over 12,000 4-1/2-star reviews on Amazon, Snuggle-Pedic pillows provide the ultimate in support and comfort. We all need sleep now more than ever, and the Supreme Plush Pillow ought to help the gift recipient get there and then some.

In general, Snuggle-Pedic manufactures and designs all things sleep-related. Chiropractor-designed, Snuggle-Pedic also has top-rated mattresses, mattress toppers, mattress protectors, and pillow covers on the market. While Malibu, California-based, one does not need to live in Malibu to afford the brand’s pricing structure; there is currently a 10% off discount code when first-timers log onto the Snuggle-Pedic website.

ForestNation

Those who garden, know that the process of planting a tree is both enriching and meaning. ForestNation has the personal objective of helping humanity thrive through reconnection — both to the world and to each other — as a result of planting trees. It provides fun, customized tree-planting kits for companies and organizations, which in turn create sustainable livelihoods within initially-struggling local economies.

Ideal for gifting and fundraising alike, 10 trees are planted for every tree gifted by the everyday consumer. Simply choose the kit you want, the quantity and kind of seed you prefer, and expect to have it within a few days of online ordering.

(Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for KRAVE)
(Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for KRAVE)

Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas

Craft Jerky Co. Boxes

Craft Jerky Co. works with chef-crafted, artisan jerky brands like People’s Choice Jerky, Righteous Felon, Think Jerky, Tong Jerky, and Wicked Cutz. Every month, they set out to sample craft jerky from small-batch artisan jerky producers across the country and deliver an expert curation straight to your door. Its pricing is also very affordable, with boxes starting at just $15 for 2 boxes per month, up to 8 bags for $45 per month.

Simplt put, it is a “jerky of the month” club you need to be a part of. Easy to gift and even easier to enjoy, Craft Jerky Co. has been featured in Reader’s Digest, PureWon, and on Yahoo! alike. For Father’s Day 2020 in particular, there is currently a 25 percent discount being offered through the company’s website.

And on the jerky end, I was surprised to learn that Krave now has Plant-Based Jerky and Pork Rinds on the market. The Pork Rinds are interestingly still keto-friendly and currently available within the Chili Lime and Al Pastor Taco flavorings.

Grill Masters Club

On the other side of the meat spectrum from jerky, Grill Masters Club is a BBQ subscription box. The folks at Grill Masters Club send pitmaster-curated sauces, rubs, accessories, and a recipe to the doors of subscribers each month. Its 3 and 6-month prepaid options are easy for those concerned about long-term commitments.

Monthly box aside, Grill Masters Club subscribers also get free access to its community. This includes exclusive recipes, video content, curated BBQ-related articles, giveaways, and discounts on related brands. Grill Masters Club also has some great apparel on the market, including a fun “I Heart BACON” t-shirt.

Vital Choice’s 2020 Limited Edition GrillBox

Ideal for pairing with what you will get from the earlier-mentioned Grill Masters Club subscription, the 2020 Limited Edition GrillBox from Vital Choice was created with grilling and family meals in mind. Combining 4 barbecue favorites with our easy-to-use Grilling Planks, the box includes Wild Sockeye Salmon portions and burgers, Wild Mahi Mahi, and Wild Artisan Shrimp. Altogether this provides 12+ servings of premium, sustainable, delicious protein.

In addition to nutrient-dense sustainable seafood, Vital Choice offers an ever-growing range of pastured proteins, organic foods, and marine-source nutritional supplements. A certified B Corporation since 2014 — and founded over a decade prior in 2001 — Vital Choice is privately-owned and located in beautiful Bellingham, Washington. Free shipping comes on all U.S. orders over $99.

The Happy Planner

The Happy Planner has curated a collection of planners, journals, and organizational accessories specifically catered to those with a passion for cooking. From recipe organizers to meal-planning dry erase boards, this collection has everything one needs to get organized in the kitchen.

Designed to help with achieving one’s culinary dreams, its Recipe Foodie Classic Notebook will make sure your food lists and ingredients are handy at the ready. With 60 sheets of lined paper and 3 double-sided dividers, this Classic Notebook can keep a chef organized.

On a larger scale, its 12 Month Box Kit is ideal for jotting down your favorite recipes and keeping them organized. There is space for 192 recipes beyond 5 sheets of stickers to help customize a planner and 4 sticky note pads of 20 sheets each.

Lodge Square Cast Iron Grill Pan

The 10.5 Inch Square Cast Iron Grill Pan from Lodge Cast Iron gives you even more cooking surface than you may have expected. Its ribbed surface allows for the fat to drain from food while also searing tantalizing grill marks onto your food. It features both an assist handle and an easy-grip handle for great control and hanging storage, providing excellent heat distribution and retention for consistent and even cooking. It comes seasoned and ready to use.

Lodge is also known for great Carbon Steel-based products and Stoneware, beyond its website having some interesting cookbooks; I hope to eventually check out the A Skillet Full and Camp Dutch Over Cooking 101 titles.

The Demeter Fragrance Library

The Demeter Fragrance Library was conceived in 1996 with a unique and ever-expanding perspective on fragrance. Its original mission was to capture the beautiful smells of the garden and nature in wearable form; the “Demeter” name itself was inspired by the Greek Goddess of Agriculture. Its first three fragrances were Dirt, Grass, and Tomato, and were sold in a few stores in New York City.

Today, Demeter offers fragrances as wide-ranging as Baby Powder and Pure Soap, Gin & Tonic, Play-Doh, Vanilla Cake Batter, and even Pizza, It also offers “creative” fragrances like Zombie, which you can buy all over the world. There are even officially-licensed Elvira wares.

New from Demeter is its Stay Safe Smell Great fragrance set, which includes 1 ounce of Pure Soap Hand Sanitizer, 1 ounce of Vetiver Fragrance, and 1 ounce of New Zealand fragrance. Priced at $29.00, this one delivers classic scents with a hygienic twist.

(Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
(Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

Father’s Day 2020 gift ideas

Sael Wellness

Being healthy should be easy and Sael is here to help. The brand strives to make products that help you live an energetic, healthy, and happy lifestyle without sacrificing fun and convenience. One of the brand’s standouts is its Happy Apple gummy vitamins, which carry a blend of apple cider vinegar and ginger, hopefully giving both your mind and body a much-needed boost. Honestly, this is the most palatable way I can think of when it comes to taking your daily recommended intake of apple cider vinegar.

Rootd

Rootd’s fizzy vitamin drinks were formulated and tested by nutritionists. This high-potency drink is 100 percent pure, produced sustainably in the U.S., intended both to taste delicious and ensure that one is getting the vitamins promised in each fizzy drink.

The Rootd team is also out to change the way we produce products in the States by vowing to plant 10 million trees and clean up 10 million pounds of plastic from the Earth and seas over the next ten years. Its goal is to produce all of its packaging plastic-free and sustainably domestically within the next decade; as of now, Rootd’s packaging in total is comprised of less than 5% plastic.

Coral UV 3-in-1 Sanitizer

The current pandemic still has most people conscious of germs coming from materials that originated outside of their home. Thankfully, the Coral UV 3-in-1 Sanitizer is a compact, UV-C sanitizer which provides an easy and chemical-free solution for sanitizing everyday items, smartphones included.

Coral UV uses high energy, artificial UV-C ray that breaks down the DNA of bacteria and germs and disrupts their ability to reproduce. Compared to other forms of disinfection, the Coral UV 3-in-1 doesn’t damage materials over time like steam sanitizers, can sanitize items in as little as 10 minutes, and requires minimal maintenance. Its built-in drying function is also convenient for items you might rinse off beforehand, and Coral UV is reportedly one of the only sanitizers that have this option. The Coral UV 3-in-1 sanitizer is available for purchase at coraluv.com and on Amazon.

Cure Crate CBD Subscription Box

Cure Crate, a provider of personalized CBD subscription boxes, now also offers customized one-time gift boxes. And on top of that, Cure Crate is offering 50 percent off for Father’s Day with the code “HAPPYDAD,” beyond keeping free shipping as an option for customers.

The crate itself delivers a selection of rigorously-tested CBD products tailored to your needs and tastes. Whether you struggle with getting a good night’s sleep, recovering from workouts, or winding down over the course of an evening, there is something for any CBD user. The company simultaneously takes the guesswork out of CBD and delivers users exciting new products each month (or whenever they want them).

For those not yet familiar, CBD has the potential to help everyday people with inflammation, pain, sleep, anxiety, depression, skin health, and/or optimal gut health. Thus, the Los Angeles-based Cure Crate is keeping everyday people healthy, entertainment, and nourished all at once.

ABLE by Fitness Hardware

With the still-going pandemic, following months of most people being more home-bound and less active than before, it is time for many of us to get back into exercising regularly. As an alternative to joining a gym, there are of course online-based fitness programs (e.g. Diamond Dallas Page’s DDP YOGA) and pieces of portable workout equipment (e.g. Fitness Hardware’s ABLE).

ABLE stands for “Advanced Bodyweight Leverage Equipment.” ABLE training platforms are designed for use with the hands or the feet to help build muscle fast. They are incredible for ab workouts and core workout moves, chest workouts, upper body workouts, and functional training sessions for the whole body. ABLE pushup stands have a patented design that functions with a proprietary infinity bearing system that allows ABLE to roll, spin, and glide in any direction.

In turn, ABLE offers challenging workout moves for beginners, intermediate athletes, or advanced users looking to mix up their home workout programs with instability, movement, and balance. Like the aforementioned DDPY, it can be done at your convenience in a small space. And if done well enough with regularity, it will give you the chance to enjoy more of those great snacks written about here, like Eastern Standard Provisions Co.’s Pretzels, Erika’s Tea Room Scones and the Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company’s Crumbkins.

Did you like any of our suggestions? What will you be purchasing for your father this Father’s Day 2020? 

Darren Paltrowitz

Darren Paltrowitz

Darren Paltrowitz is a New York resident with over 20 years of entertainment industry experience. He has worked with a wide array of artists including OK Go, They Might Be Giants, Mike Viola, Tracy Bonham, Loudness, Rachael Yamagata, Superdrag and Amanda Palmer. His writing has appeared in dozens of outlets including the New York Daily News, All Music Guide, Guitar World, TheStreet.com, Businessweek, Chicago Tribune, L.A. Times, and the Jewish Journal. He is the host of the bi-weekly "Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz" podcast, as co-produced with V13 (formerly PureGrainAudio.com), and the co-author of two published books, 2018's "Pocket Change: Your Happy Money" and 2019's "Good Advice From Professional Wrestling," with a new book in-progress for a 2020 release.