Homemade Vanilla Coffee Syrup for the Coffee-Loving Dad
- Organic or craft coffee beans
- A personalized "Dad" mug
- A small coffee plant
- A roast-your-own coffee kit
- A new French press
DIY Dry Spice Rubs for the BBQ Dad
- Blackening rub - garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, black pepper, oregano, basil, cayenne - good on beef, chicken, seafood, or pork
- Lemon and herb rub - onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, Italian seasoning, lemon pepper - best on salmon
- Everyday rub - sea salt, black pepper, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, mustard powder, thyme, cayenne - great on maple-glazed grilled chicken
A DIY Car Wash Kit for the Car-Care Dad
Mix baking soda, dish soap, and water in a one-gallon jug, shake to combine, then dilute about a cup of the mixture into a bucket of water before washing. Round out the basket with a microfiber wash mitt, a car wash sponge, extra microfiber towels, liquid wax, car polish, tire shine, and a decorative bucket to store it all in.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make homemade vanilla coffee syrup for a Father's Day gift?
Simmer water, cane sugar, brown sugar, a vanilla bean, and vanilla extract together until the sugar fully dissolves, then cool and store in a glass jar in the fridge. Pair it with good coffee beans and a mug for a full coffee-lover's basket.
What are good DIY spice rub recipes for a BBQ dad?
A blackening rub (garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, black pepper, oregano, basil, cayenne) works on almost any protein. A lemon-herb rub suits salmon, and an everyday rub with brown sugar and mustard powder is good on grilled chicken.
How do you make homemade car wash soap?
Mix baking soda, dish soap, and water in a one-gallon jug, shake to combine, then dilute about one cup of the mixture into a bucket of water before washing. Pair it with a microfiber mitt and towels for a car-care gift basket.
What's an easy last-minute Father's Day gift basket theme?
Pick whichever of his hobbies is easiest to shop for by that afternoon — coffee, grilling, or car care all pair a quick homemade item with a few inexpensive store-bought extras for a basket that doesn't look thrown together.
