Your dad deserves the best. He’s the one who taught you how to tie your shoe, how to whistle, how to drive, and how to cherish a quiet moment at the end of the day while appreciating a drink of something genuinely special. This Father’s Day, consider expressing your gratitude with a bottle of Zacapa ultra-premium aged rum—and maybe something extra that convinces him to share.

These opulent aged rums are an ideal gift for any enthusiast of dark spirits. Regardless if your dad fancies a meticulously crafted old-fashioned or savors the simplicity of a neat pour, aged rum brings a nuanced touch, blending beautifully in cocktails typically made with whiskey. Aficionados of aged tequilas will find aged rums intriguing as well, enjoyed on the rocks or solo.

Initiated in 1976, Zacapa aged rums hail from Guatemala and are crafted by Lorena Vásquez, one of the few female master blenders globally. Vásquez’s process is methodical: firstly, virgin sugarcane is harvested in southern Guatemala and pressed into a syrup used for distillation, introducing the rum’s base flavor notes. Subsequently, the rums are diligently blended before aging them ‘above the clouds’ at 7,545 feet in Zacapa’s “House Above the Clouds”. Here, they develop intricate aromas and flavors from the array of casks they are conditioned in. Vásquez has devised an innovative barrel-aging system known as the “Sistema Solera”, letting the rums circulate through a diverse range of hand-selected casks, formerly used to age whiskey, cognac, sherry, and Pedro Ximénez wines.

The final touch that embellishes every bottle of Zacapa aged rum is a band of petate, artisanal matting woven from dried palm leaves, dating back to the Mayan civilization. Starting from 1999, Zacapa Rum has been providing jobs for Guatemalan communities impacted by challenging times to weave the distinctive petate band. This craft passed down through generations generates income for these families. Presently, Zacapa Rum employs over 700 women to weave the petate bands, which have become synonymous with the aged rum; the brand truly values its association with the community.

Show your appreciation towards your dad for the influential role he played in your life by introducing him to an indulgent aged rum, Zacapa Rum. Zacapa Rum is available for delivery at ReserveBar, or locate a store near you through the Zacapa Rum website. You never know, Dad might reciprocate your gesture with a bottle of your own. Gather inspiration from the subsequent gift pairing ideas with Zacapa No. 23, Zacapa Edición Negra, and Zacapa XO Rum—including a limited-edition decanter by Zacapa Rum and Luar.

Zacapa No. 23 Rum

Gift: Deluxe Guatemalan Chocolate

Delve into the complex flavors of the Zacapa aged rum, encompassing hints of coffee, vanilla, and dried fruits by pairing it with high-quality gourmet chocolate, particularly dark chocolate. The harmonious blend of corresponding profiles, as well as their contrasting nuances, will help accentuate the optimal flavors in both.

Zacapa Edición Negra Rum

Gift: Cut-glass tumblers

An aged rum like Zacapa Edición Negra tastes amazing no matter how you pour it. Serve it in style with some fine, heavy-bottomed cut-glass tumblers—all will bring out the bold, smokey, woody finish that is the result of aging in double-charred oak casks.

Zacapa XO Rum

Gift: Decanter

The intricate subtleties of Zacapa XO Rum, matured in French cognac casks, are amplified when served from a decanter. Zacapa Rum collaborates with Luar in presenting this limited-edition decanter. It is encased in a bespoke sleeve, combining Luar’s opulent custom leather with the distinguished petate weave associated with Zacapa Rum.

Zacapa No. 23 Rum

Gift: Luxurious cocktail shaker

If your dad is a fan of mixed drinks, he’ll definitely appreciate a high-end cocktail shaker as a gift. There are various choices available: from antique brass to glass or even a hand-tooled leather-wrapped shaker. (Putting his initials on it would certainly add an extra touch!) No matter what, Zacapa No. 23 Rum is an excellent choice for a sour, daiquiri, or Zacapa espresso.

Zacapa XO Rum

Present suggestion: Brass spherical ice press

Zacapa XO Rum is best savored neat or with ice. Large ice cubes are a perfect accompaniment as they cool the aged rum without making it dilute too quickly. You can find beautiful brass spherical ice presses which can mold a large ice block into a perfect sphere, the optimal shape to pair with this exclusive aged rum.