Father’s Day is this weekend, and beyond material gifts most dads would appreciate bonding quality time with those closest to them. Sharing craft cocktails and a good old fashioned ‘parrillada’ can be the best present to give the father figure in your life.

We recently had a preview of just such an experience with Old Parr Whisky as the brand partnered with Celebrity Chef Kelvin Fernandez to offer grilling tips and cocktail recipes. The “Grilling with Papá” event, held at a beautiful townhouse in New York City‘s East Village, was a true celebration of fatherhood, good parrillada, and delicious Old Parr cocktails.

During this exclusive event, Chef Kelvin, renowned for his exceptional skills and creativity, shared his best parrillada tips and secrets with the attendees. We at HOMBRE had the opportunity to learn directly from the master himself, gaining insights into the art of grilling and enhancing our own culinary abilities, all while toasting to golden moments with delicious cocktails and learning why Old Parr makes the perfect whisky to gift your “whisky loving dad,” this Father’s Day. Check below for recipes and grilling tips.

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Dads Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe:

o    Ingredients:

• • 2 drop of angostura bitters
  • 1.5 oz of Old Parr 12
  • 1 oz Blood Orange Simple Syrup
  • Slice of Blood Orange Wheel dehydrated
  • 1 Whiskey-Soaked Cherry
  • Large Ice Cube

1. Preparation:

• • Mix the Old parr 18 and simple syrup in a large glass over ice.
  • Add 2 dashes of bitter
  • Stir till perfectly chilled
  • Strain over large cube into rocks glass
  • Garnish with whiskey cherry, Blood orange Wheel

1. Blood Orange Syrup

• • 1 cup of blood orange juice
  • 1 cup of water
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • Bring to a boil and chill

Father’s Day Grilling Tips From Chef Kelvin Fernandez

Get ready to fire up your grills because after celebrating Dad, National Grilling Month and Fourth of July are just around the corner.
As we celebrate the sizzling summer season, Chef Kelvin shares some expert grilling tips that will take your outdoor cooking game to the next level.
Get ready to elevate your grilling skills and impress your friends and family this summer:

• Clean and Season Your Grill 
  • Make sure your grill is clean and seasoned with high-heat coating oil before you get started. Excess oil will create flare-ups and affect the flavor of your steak. Brush the grates before and after use.  
• Temper the Meat 
  • Temper your meat before it hits the grill, Allow it to sit at room temperature for no more than an hour before your start grilling. this will help with even cooking time. 
• Season with authority
  • A little salt and pepper goes a long way. Don’t forget to season all sides of the meet, including the fat side as well.
• Leave the steak alone. 
  • Once the steak is on the grill let it be, don’t poke it, touch it or move it. The key is a beautiful crust. 
• Let the Meat Rest
  • resting does wonders for a steak—no foil tent needed. Fibers relax. Juices spread. Colors are recalibrated and flavors retained. Remember: Patience is a virtue.

Pair Your Steak with with the delicious “Dad’s Old Fashioned” Cocktail with Old Parr.