Father’s Day gifts are hard to get right.

On one hand, dad has everything he needs. On the other hand, he’s always messing with that new gadget and he loves a new toy every now and then.

Notice it says “toy”, not tie! Seriously, who still wears ties these days?

Father’s Day gifts shouldn’t be hard, so we’ve got your back this Father’s Day.

Of course, not all dads are created equal. Some love the outdoors, but others are keyboard warriors. There are craft beer aficionado and others who stock up on Busch Light. Some coach every little league team, yet others burn the midnight oil at work.

Whatever your dad (or husband) is, get him something he’ll enjoy this Father’s Day.

Bourbon Barrel Wood Chunks can elevate dad’s cooking

We get it. Not every dad loves to barbecue.

These Bourbon Barrel Wood Chunks that we source from Barrel Down South add some fun and sophistication to the cooking experience. The sweet bourbon aroma that fills the air when a few chunks are placed on top of hot coals is too intoxicating to resist.

These American white oak bourbon barrels previously held bourbon. The barrels soak up the juice — known as the angel’s share — and impart that scent into your barbecue.

Choose from Blanton’s, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor, Weller Special Reserve, Buffalo Trace, and Heaven Hill.

No Father’s Day is complete without our unique, handcrafted rubs and seasonings

We work tirelessly to create unique flavors that enhance your cooking with bold, gourmet flavor.

Is it possible to eat great tasting food and feel good about what you’re putting on it?

We think so!

Flavor, color, and bark are key elements of barbecue and our rubs deliver all three. We develop rubs and seasonings that are healthier for you, instead of packing them with salt and sugar.

Don’t believe us? The customer reviews speak for themselves!

Down With the Swine pork rub is perfect on all things pork. Ribs, pulled pork, pork belly burnt ends, pork loin, pork chops — you get the idea. It’s also great on chicken, fish — especially salmon — and vegetables. A sweet-heat flavor profile with maple sugar, bourbon-infused sea salt, and a sriracha kick. It doubles as a rimmer for margaritas and bloody marys too!

Song Bird chicken seasoning is for families. It contains no heat, so you can use it on weekday meals and your kids will love it. A citrus-herb flavor profile, Song Bird is ideal for chicken, turkey, seafood, and vegetables.

Looking for some heat? We’ve got you! Mocking Bird starts with the citrus-herb base of Song Bird, but packs a punch with cayenne, habanero, and sriracha. If you’re the guy who puts hot sauce on everything, this is the rub for you. Great on poultry — especially wings — and as a spicy seasoning on anything else.

If you want to buy more than one rub, we have convenient gift sets that come packaged for gifting.

Local dads will drool over our bacon

While it’s not available to ship at this time, our craft bacon has quickly earned a place among Chicago’s best. Just read the reviews!

Cured for seven days, hardwood smoked over cherry wood, and sliced thick, this isn’t your grocery store bacon. Once you try it, you’ll never go back.

Signature Bacon is our best seller with a hint of maple and a black pepper bark.

Maple Bourbon Candied Bacon is exclusive for Father’s Day. We added barrel aged soy sauce, bourbon, and a maple glaze to our Signature Bacon. The result is a heavenly delight worthy of those special dads in our lives.

We will have our bacon at the Wheaton Nurseries Outdoor Market this Saturday from 11am-3pm while supplies last. Pre-order to guarantee availability.

Order by Monday, June 14 to get by Father’s Day

Don’t miss out on getting dad that special gift. Whether it’s Bourbon Barrel Wood Chunks, barbecue rubs and seasonings, bacon, or any of our branded merchandise, make sure it gets there in time.

Free shipping will be automatically applied if you spend $50 or more.

Is dad local but doesn’t like to cook? Contact us to inquire about a curated barbecue meal just for him!