This Brew Kit Will Make Beer-Loving Dads' Dreams Come True

Many dictionaries define the word “dad” as the man who fathered you, but that’s not entirely true—a paternal bond can stretch way beyond the superficial parameters of biology. A dad is the person holding the camcorder as you took your first steps. The one who taught you how to ride a bike (and carried you home when you fell and scraped your knees). Who celebrated your triumphs and mourned your losses as only your biggest fan could. A provider, a mentor, and most of all, a friend.

When you think of the father figure in your life, you may not picture a New Balance-wearing, lawn-mowing, thermostat-monitoring average Joe who mans the grill, doles out hot dogs, and flips hamburgers at neighborhood barbecues. However, that person still deserves to receive gifts that show just how much you appreciate the profound impact they’ve made, whether it’s for Father’s Day, a birthday or anniversary, the holiday season, or even “just because."

But before you pick for him yet another pair of socks or go halfsies with your sibling on a gift card, why not buy him something he'll actually use? We’ve done some digging and rounded up a bunch of gift ideas that will support (or maybe even inspire) all sorts of hobbies and interests, from beer brewing and jerky chewing to face shaving and memento saving. There's even something for the football fan, movie lover, or avid golfer, as well as plenty of Dad-adjacent gifts available on Amazon (because no matter how far apart you may—or may not—be, that free Prime shipping always comes in handy).

Read on for our recommendations for the best gifts for every type of dad—even the one who has everything.