Fancy Bartending? Set Up A Mini Home-Bar With These 8 Tools

It’s not too difficult to make delicious cocktails at home if you have the right tools! And now that liquor stores are open, we’re definitely in the mood for some cocktails. So order these bartending tools that will help you make cocktails like a pro!

Cocktail Shaker

cocktail shaker

If, like James Bond, you like your drink “shaken, not stirred”; we got you covered! Whether you’re making Cosmopolitans or Martinis; chances are that your cocktail will need some shaking up! A good-quality, stainless steel shaker that is leak-proof is an integral part of your bartending set. Try to get a shaker that comes along with a strainer lid so that you don’t have to invest separately in a strainer.

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Peg Measure

peg measure

How do you make sure your cocktail has the perfect amount of Vodka or Gin? A peg measure, also known as a ‘Jigger’, is the answer! A must-have bar tool, a Jigger is an hourglass shaped steel measuring cup that helps you measure the exact quantity of liquor you’re pouring into your cocktail. You can find standard jiggers with a 30ml cup on one end and 60 ml on the other.

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Stirrer

bar spoon

Usually, cocktails that only use spirits are stirred; because stirring preserves the texture of the spirit. Get a good quality bar spoon to achieve that perfectly stirred cocktail. You will need your stirrer to have a length of about 10 inches and stainless steel is a great option. Stirrers are especially useful when making drinks such as LIIT that are typically served in tall glasses.

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Liquor Pourer

bottle pourer

If you’re a beginner and don’t have the bartending skills of a professional; then you definitely need to buy a pourer attachment. A liquor pourer is a small stainless steel attachment fixed with a rubber base that can be fitted upon any liquor bottle to pour without spilling. You can even use the same nozzles in your kitchen for oils or dressings!

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Corkscrew Bottle Opener

bottle opener

Whether you’re experimenting with wine based cocktails or just want to down that entire bottle of red; you need to open the bottle first! Not all but many, especially high-quality wine bottles, are closed with corks rather than screw caps. A corkscrew opener makes it really easy to pop open that corked bottle of wine. You can also opt for a 2-in-1 opener tool that has both a corkscrew opener for wine and a regular bottle opener for beer and other drinks.

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Cocktail Glasses

cocktail glasses

What’s the point of making a killer cocktail if you can’t serve it in style? Martinis, margaritas, hurricanes or old-fashioned; each cocktail needs its very own glass shape! So go ahead, pick out your favourite and most frequently made cocktail and order a set of glasses to pour it in!

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Ice Bucket

ice bucket

Summers called for chilled drinks and if you like your liquor on the rocks then you need an ice bucket. Go for a standard ice bucket which can hold upto 40 ice cubes and comes with a lid and a set of tongs. Good-quality stainless steel ensures good insulation and keeps your ice cubes from melting for a long time.

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Muddler

muddler

If you want to go a step further and incorporate fresh fruits, herbs or spices in your cocktail; then you need to have a muddler in your bar set. A muddler is a tool resembling a kitchen pestle that can be used to crush fruits and herbs such as lemon, mint, berries or ginger to release flavour. Muddlers are usually made with wood or stainless steel and you can even find a double sided muddler; complete with smooth and toothed surfaces.

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