10 Items That Every Home Bar Should Have

Some stuff goes out of style after a period of time. People’s sense of fashion and hairdos come immediately to mind. But what never goes out of style is having a cocktail or a drink with a meal or while hosting friends and guests. It seems that the home bar or drink cart has been an American staple since prohibition, yet it’s often overlooked and neglected. The fact is, a proper home keeps a suitable bar, and if it’s been a while since you’ve taken stock of your bar accessories and tools, then now is the time to make some upgrades.

No, Really, That Ice is Cool| Glacio Ice Cube Trays Silicone

There’s a time and a place for crushed ice, but right now and in that bourbon glass isn’t one of them. Giant ice cubes, however, in either squared or spherical form, do more than just make a drink look better, they enhance its quality. No one wants an Old Fashioned watered down by miniature shards of quick melting ice. These non-stick and flexible trays are made of silicone—a big improvement on the hard and oft-breaking molds you’ll find in your parents’ freezer—which leads to easy removal. Plus, unlike other similar products that typically feature 4 orbs of ice, this one offers 6.

It’s a Science | Mixology Bartender Kit

Not interested in hunting down all the various tools of the trade that make for an excellent bar? Then this product is for you. Featuring an all-important, leak-proof cocktail shaker which eliminates mess and the loss of expensive liquids, you’ll also receive accessories such as a jigger, strainer, bottle opener, tongs, and more. This cocktail kit also includes an attractive stand to help keep your bar organized. It’s the perfect gift for the burgeoning barkeep.

Stir Things Up | Crystal Cocktail Mixing Glass Set

Each bar benefits from innovative, trendy, and attractive glassware and tools. Yours should be no different. This stylish cocktail set boasts not only a chic, patterned 24oz mixing glass which is sure to draw the attention of observers, but also offers a muddler, a Hawthorne strainer, and more. These reliable and alluring tools not only enhance the drinks themselves, but also the experience of making them.

When it Comes to Taste, Aroma Matters | Bourbon Bitters Bundle

The best mixologists in the world understand how important the sense of smell is to flavor, which is why they accentuate their drinks with bitters. The moniker can be misleading; bitters don’t have to make a drink unpalatable or taste like a lemon rind. Instead, they offer complexity to the cocktail by increasing the flavor profile. This bundle hits every savory note that your home bar needs.

Just Chill | Amerigo Exclusive Insulated Ice Bucket

Keeping your bottle of wine or champagne adequately chilled is an essential function of any bartender. This double-walled bucket insulates and maintains the premium drinking temperature allowing you to tend to other needs. Meanwhile, the strainer separates water from the ice cubes to negate any pooling and to reduce unwanted cleanup chores. Additionally, for those drinks that require smaller ice cubes on standby for your shaker, tongs and a scoop are included when you need the bucket to function as something other than a cooler for your bottle.

When Life Gives You Lemons, Make a Cocktail | Zulay Extra Large Lemon Squeezer

The most popular drinks in the world feature the zest of citrus. From oranges to limes and lemons, pressing juice and even, occasionally, displaying the peels is part of Mixology 101. Nothing makes this task easier than this product with its corrosion/acidic resistant metal and its perfect design for filtering unwanted portions of the fruit such as seeds or pulp. Easy to leverage while working and easy to wash afterwards, this item is a must-have in every bar.

Make Things Easier | “Fuck It Let’s Drink” Wall Mount Bottle Opener

Sure, opening a bottle isn’t a difficult task, but it can threaten to delay the bartender who’s trying to keep up with more complicated orders. Using a wall mounted opener means one less tool to keep track of or to stow, and, when situated over a garbage can, it means less stuff to clean up or steps to the trash. Additionally, let’s face it, who doesn’t appreciate the message this attractive wall-mount conveys to those who’ve bellied up to your home bar?

You’ve Been Struck by a Smoothie Criminal| Oster Blender

The blender might be the most overlooked appliance of the home bar, and it’s never good when it’s missing. Often, while focusing on the spirits or syrups we need, we forget how many guests appreciate the nuance of a blended island drink or prefer a frozen margarita. The 7 speeds, pre-programmed settings, and extra wide 3.5” blade system on this model can handle with power and ease all the ice and additional drink ingredients you decide to throw into it.

Mobile Storage Solutions | Sinclair 2-Tier Serving Cart  

Most home bars have space limitations, which necessitates the addition of attractive yet functional furniture. This stylish drink cart can be found in three different colors that are sure to align with the décor of your home or your bar. The tempered glass shelves can handle plenty of weight (50lbs each), and the wine bottle holders and locking caster wheels allow you to transport bottles from one room to another simply and securely.

Recipes and Advice | Fancy AF Cocktails

Few home bartenders want those aforementioned friends and family members offering “how to” advice as they display their talents behind the bar, but who would ignore assistance from two of the self-proclaimed most avid drinkers in the world? Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval are stars of Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules, which is a reality TV show centered around the famed SUR restaurant in Hollywood. Now, they’ve co-authored a book to share their favorite cocktail recipes. From the informal get-together that no one planned to the most elegant cocktails you should offer during a special occasion, all of the bases are covered. The information contained within can only improve your bar performance.

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