Thoughtful Father’s Day gifts in 2019

There are cheaper temperature sensors out there, but if the Dad in your life is serious about grilling, he'll appreciate the Thermapen Mk4. Rated the No. 1 cooking thermometer by America's Test Kitchen, the Thermapen is the best at what it does, and you can tell the difference. Available in 10 different colors, it displays a reading on the backlit display in two to three seconds. The Thermapen is waterproof, has a 3,000 hour battery life (it takes AAA batteries) and folds up for easy storage. What's not to love?

Gift him the ultimate personalized gift: a DNA report! 23andMe offers kits that will tell your dad all about his ancestry for $99, and you can add health information for a total of $169. 23andMe's database can link him up with long-lost relatives if he chooses, and the comprehensive health reports can tell him everything from a predisposition to Type 2 Diabetes to lactose intolerance. He'll receive a saliva collection kit; once that's mailed back to the lab via the prepaid package, dad can expect his report to appear online in three to five weeks.

Have the kiddos fill out the 50 prompts in this cute book, and give Dad a sweet keepsake for Father's Day. The 4.5x3.25-inch tome is small enough to tuck away for whenever he needs a boost. 

This drone is just straight-up fun, especially if Dad is into flying gizmos. The Sky Viper Journey includes GPS, professional-grade ArduPilot firmware, video streaming and other technology similar to much pricier drones. It's durable, lightweight and great for beginners. Best for ages 12 to adult, so bigger kids can fly the drone with dad. Get it with extra batteries so you can fly and charge at the same time. 

What parent couldn't use a massage? Send one to Dad with a gift card from Soothe. A vetted massage therapist (along with their massage table and accoutrements) can be at his door in an hour after booking online. Soothe offers everything from sports massages to couples massage, a win-win! Payment options include a one-time massage ($128), a monthly massage (20% off), or a yearly membership (25% off).

These Teva slippers have been seen in campgrounds and urban environments alike; they're just that popular. A cushion-y slipper/shoe hybrid with a rubber sole, the Ember style is available in five colors (moss, navy, black, gray, blue). They're sturdy, water-resistant and comfortable. What more could Dad want in a slipper?

Splash out for the top-of-the-line Yeti travel mug and he'll never commute with cold coffee again! The Rambler 30 oz. is dishwasher-safe, BPA-free and its sturdy stainless steel construction is engineered to last. The new model features a MagSlider Lid, which is a magnetic opening that lets you fully clean the lid. The Rambler fits in standard cup holders and comes in a rainbow of colors and prints, from camo to seafoam.

If he spends a lot of time driving, everyone will feel safer with the Tools of Life Emergency Hammer tucked away. This handy tool can cut through seatbelts and break windows in case the unthinkable happens. And it's only $6 so really, can you afford not to get it?

Spigeglau's set of glasses are perfect for the craft beer drinker. They're designed for maximum flavor enhancement, and the set comes with four different glasses: India Pale Ale (holds 540 ml), Stout Glass (600 ml), American Wheat Beer Glass (750 ml), Barrel Aged Beer Glass (500 ml). These durable, lightweight glasses are even dishwasher safe.

Whiskey drinkers will appreciate this bottle of straight rye, and you can even get it engraved for just $15 extra. Inspired by traditional Rock & Rye recipes using citrus and rock candy, Hochstadter's Slow & Low incorporates orange peels and honey to create its mellow, slightly sweet flavor.