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Gift Guide: Iconic Gifts to Honour Dad’s Legacy

From world-class whisky to handcrafted coolers and cookies, here’s how to spoil Dad properly this Father’s Day

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By Olivia Vergunst  | June 10, 2025 | Shopping

Whether he's the rugged adventurer, the laid-back legend, or the guy who takes his grooming (and his cookies) seriously, this Father’s Day is your moment to go beyond the usual. Skip the socks, skip the novelty mugs. Gift something that speaks to his spirit, style, and story.

From a perfectly aged single malt to a leather-crafted cooler made for the wild, this curated gift guide blends heritage with heart. These standout picks celebrate everything Dad represents - strength, character, and the kind of presence that only deepens with time.

For the Legacy Lover: Whisky Worth Sharing

Glenfiddich 15-Year-Old Solera

RSP: R999

A masterful single malt matured in three types of oak and married in a Solera vat. It’s smooth, rich, and made for toasts—whether together or apart.

The Balvenie DoubleWood 12-Year-Old

RSP: R1399

Traditional craftsmanship meets modern refinement in this layered dram. A whisky for the dad who values time-honoured detail.

Grant’s Triple Wood 12-Year-Old

RSP: R329

A warm, award-winning blend aged in three casks—perfect for fireside chats and shared stories. Full of character, just like Dad.

Glenfiddich 15 as a gift for Fathers Day, Image: Supplied

For the Wild-At-Heart: Thandana 25L Box Cooler

R5,099.00

Crafted from genuine bovine leather, this premium cooler is built for both elegance and adventure. With waterproof insulation, a bamboo cutting board insert, and rugged hardware, it's a gift designed for road trips, braais, and weekends in the wild.

Dimensions:

Cooler: L43cm x H36cm x W32cm

Bamboo Board: L25cm x H1cm x W32cm

The Thandana 25L Box Cooler, Image: Supplied

For the Lifelong Legend: Curve Gear’s Hoodie for Life

R2,499.00

This isn’t just a hoodie - it’s a lifetime statement. Made from ultra-durable 580 GSM cotton and backed by a lifetime guarantee, it's the kind of piece he’ll live in year after year. Repairs are covered, wear is expected, and the promise is simple: built to last.

Curve Gear’s Hoodie for Life, Image: Supplied

For the Sweet Tooth (and Soft Heart): Mondvol Dadbod Cookie Box

R345

Celebrate Dad’s best asset - his dadbod - with limited-edition cookies in indulgent new flavours like Toblerone, Biskoffie, Lemon Meringue, and Lunch Bar. Handmade with the finest Lindt chocolate and buttery goodness, it’s a box that’s as sweet as he is.

The Mondvol Dadbod Cookie Box, Image: Supplied

For the Grooming Guru: Eco DivaNatural’s Face Wash

R505 (200ml)

A citrus-vanilla scented cleanser that detoxes, hydrates, and restores balance with olive and sesame seed oils. Bonus: whip it into a rich shaving foam. It’s self-care with purpose, perfect for the multitasking man.

Eco DivaNatural’s Face Wash, Image: Supplied

More Than a Gift - It’s a Tribute

This Father’s Day, give him something extraordinary. Whether it’s whisky steeped in legacy, a hoodie guaranteed for life, or a cooler built to roam - each item in this guide is a reflection of who Dad is and everything he’s given.