Groomsmen Gifting
The Art of Gifting
Gifts for Groomsmen with Pappy Van Winkle Inspired Flavor, Heritage and Hospitality
While much has shifted in almost every aspect of the art of wedding planning, the traditions behind each still remain strong. For example, selecting a group of groomsmen began as a tradition of warriors protecting the groom on his wedding day (and, in many cases, actually kidnapping the bride - yes, really). We are quite happy this one has evolved into a more modern arrangement, where a close group of friends and family is selected to stand with and support the groom on his big day.
Today, most wedding parties consist of quite a cast of characters (bridal party, groomsmen, ushers, readers, and more) who serve a specific role on your wedding day, who are still loosely tied to old customs and traditions. A bridal party, while known today for their coordinated attire and bridesmaid dresses, includes a maid or matron of honor, accompany the bride and usually precede her down the aisle to join her groom. The groom is likewise supported by a group of groomsmen, led by his Best Man, who support him at the altar as well.
In the lead-up to the wedding day, your wedding party has often hosted a variety of parties and showers for you, most notably of course, especially in the case of your wedding party, would be the tradition of the bachelor and bachelorette parties. While most bachelor parties range from the casual boys fishing trip to a truly debaucherous (an even disastrous) trip, to say some destination like Las Vegas, the intention is to celebrate and honor the groom before he becomes a married man.
As the groomsmen have been chosen by the groom to support him in this meaningful way, there are a few other traditions that accompany this grouping, such as groomsmen gifting. Groomsmen gifts have become a way to show appreciation to your groomsmen for their important and significant role in your wedding day and wedding preparations.
Groomsmen gifts are traditionally personalized gifts that either highlight the grooms particular interests and passions, or theirs, or in the best case scenario, those that you share. Often they are customized to reflect the traditions of the group of friends and family, or where the wedding is being held, or the customs, religious observances, or personal and familial rituals, connections and heritage.
Gifting in an of itself, is a particular love language, and one we personally consider to be part of our Van Winkle family heritage and tradition of hospitality. In fact, we consider gifting to be a particular element of hospitality, as selecting a thoughtful gift for someone is a personal touch of welcome, warmth and friendship. It is so important to our understanding of hospitality, that we consider gifting as a goal when we are planning new products to add to our lineup of Pappy Van Winkle inspired home ware, gourmet and accessories.
Our line-up of giftable lifestyle items, accessories, Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Barrel-Aged gourmet and bourbon-inspired and barrel-crafted collection just so happens to be designed for celebration and sharing, continuing or beginning your own traditions. We are always so honored to be a part of your celebrations and life’s moments, and we are thrilled to have a line-up of groomsmen ready gifts to share your appreciation on your big day.
Gifts for your Wedding Party with Pappy Van Winkle inspired style, flavor and heritage
For the Groomsmen who savors Pappy Van Winkle Gourmet Flavor: Gifts infused with the deep, rich, signature flavor of Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon
For the Groomsmen with a taste for the Good Stuff:
Gifts like an Old Rip Van Winkle Tasting Glass, Old Rip Van Winkle Decanter Set, or an Ice Wedge Whisky Glass to raise a toast to the crew who have been there since the beginning.
For the Groomsmen who like Pappy Van Winkle inspired substance and style:
For gifts that show off the distinct style and passion of the groomsmen who get it, consider our Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve Leather Key Fob, a Pappy & Company or Pappy Van Winkle hat, or even a pair of Pappy & Company socks.
Gifts for the groomsmen who appreciate the Pappy Van Winkle inspired ritual of a cigar:
What better way to celebrate the traditions of a wedding weekend than with the rituals and heritage of a Pappy Van Winkle Barrel Fermented Cigar or Tradition Cigar, and of course, the accessories that highlight the best of cigars.
Only the best for the Best Man:
A few special nods to the friend, brother, dad, or family member who has accompanied you through life and stands with you on this important day.
Not to worry, we've got gifts for the bride and groom too, explore our curated collection of Pappy Van Winkle inspired wedding gifts.
