Thinking of making a whiskey gift basket for that whiskey-loving person in your life? Itβs a stellar idea, and we support you 100 percent. Weβre also going to give you a brief guide on how to do it best. We hope the suggestions and recommendations below help you. These also make a great adult Easter basket, birthday surprise, retirement gift, or βjust becauseβ present.
Making a Whiskey Gift Basket
No matter the occasion, weβll get you packing that basket in the right way. With just six easy steps, it wonβt be long before your whiskey fanatic is smiling.
1) Select the βbasketβ
Youβre only limited by your creativity here! You can go with the traditional basket if you like. Think about other things, though. You might consider a half barrel, small wooden bin, galvanized bucket, travel-size cooler, or colorful/themed bowl. Choose something that fits your dad and his personality.

Another option is to place this custom, personalized Acacia Wood Bar Tray beauty underneath a container or a sturdy bag. Talk about stunning and practical!
2) Include the booze

Donβt you dare think about a whiskey gift basket that doesnβt contain at least one bottle of the good stuff. Samples are sweet, too! If youβre wondering about some special options, check out our Best Value Bourbon and Best Sipping Whiskey articles. Youβll make his Fatherβs Day legit with any of these picks.
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3) Sneak in a snack

Sure, whiskey dads love their whiskey. But they have to eat, too. First, think about your papa bear and his tastes. Some good ideas are nuts, cheeses, chocolates, brittles, chips, pretzels, popcorn, dried fruits, gourmet bread, crackers, etc. Wait, did you say homemade treats? Thatβs perfect. Yes. Next level.
See Sugar Spun Runβs recipe for Brown Butter and Bourbon Cookies. Total winners. Dad-approved.
4) Give them all the bells. And maybe even a whistle

What do we mean by bells and whistles? The classy extras. The unforgettable showstoppers. The central focus and frills to match. Weβre thinking decanters, whiskey glasses, personalized coasters, and more. Check out the Prestige online store now!
5) Add the filler first

Before you load the basket, add your filler. You might opt for tissue paper or crinkle shreds. But you might also consider silk greenery for an outdoorsy feel or battery powered lights between the contents for some tipsy twinkle and glow. The idea for some of the filler is to prop the gifts up in the basket so that they can be seen.
Pro tip: Line the bottom of your whiskey gift basket with plastic bags or even packing paper. Roughly ball this up. Stack it if the basket is deep. Then cover that thick, foundational layer with colored paper, shreds, or whatever you choose.
6) Wrap it. Or donβt

You can wrap the gift basket in cellophane. Itβs a nice touch to help keep everything in place. Or you might opt to deliver it uncovered for a more rustic/old-school feel. You can also use sheer fabric, colorful mesh, or even a fishing net to pull everything together. Be creative! A gift bow adds a finishing element to the entire package. Signed, sealed, delivered!
Ready to Make a Whiskey Gift Basket for Your Dad?
If youβre preparing a Fatherβs Day whiskey gift basket, weβd love to hear about it in the comments below. What are you including? Share your thoughts. Others might snag your ideas for their own gifts. Thank you in advance!
And thanks for reading today. Weβre always trying to bring you helpful tips about making moments and occasions memorable and fun. How could you go wrong with a whiskey gift basket? Itβs essentially like youβve wrapped up a party for your pops. And thatβs pretty cool when you think about it.
Happy wrapping and gifting. Serving yourself a special pour from your own whiskey collection should also help you plan and work on this DIY present! And if youβre a dad reading this for your own dad, Happy Fatherβs Day to you!