2014 09 05 nbsp 0183 32 All you need to stock the perfect home bar is a dozen bottles and a few essential tools according to David and Lesley Solmonson authors of The 12 Bottle Bar From there the cocktail combinations are practically limitless Ed note More from the Solmonsons on genever ice and how to be a responsible host
Creating a home bar for yourself is a great way to entertain your guests and create a more intimate and memorable experience It s also a great way to learn the craft of bartending and learn how to drink better at home Now invite some friends over and start tippling Photo of man pouring drinks courtesy of Shutterstock Drink photos courtesy
Home gt Bartender guide gt Section 1 The Basics gt Bar stock Bar stock There is of course no initial fix to a fully stocked bar It is an ongoing process requiring the addition of certain liquors etc at a time when there becomes a demand for them Most or all of the ingredients below are considered essential bar stock and should act only as a foundation to a well stocked bar
2021 11 04 nbsp 0183 32 Start with 1 1 2 ounce of a base spirit whiskey rum gin etc Add 3 4 to 1 ounce of a vermouth like ingredient Add 1 4 to 1 2 ounce of a liqueur amaro or anything else with a little sweetness Finish with 1 or 2 dashes of bitters These simple proportions make it less daunting to go off script and start personalizing the cocktail recipes
2017 07 11 nbsp 0183 32 How to Stock a Home Cocktail Bar by Julia Tunstall Jul 10 2017 Cocktail Skills Everything Else 5 comments So you ve started branching out from beer amp wine at the local watering hole and you might even have a few go to cocktails that you really like Maybe you went to the local fancy cocktail bar and had your socks knocked off by their creative creations
2019 02 12 nbsp 0183 32 Stocking the perfect home bar is challenging though In the long run it is less expensive to drink at home but the process can seem overwhelmingly pricey if you don t know where to begin And
2015 10 19 nbsp 0183 32 Raising the Bar on uh Home Bars The Bottles You Really Need Let s move this party to the living room Here s how to stock your home bar with the best bottles of sipping neat and mixing By
2020 03 24 nbsp 0183 32 How to Stock Your Home Bar Essential Liquors Mixers and Tools 2021 MasterClass Having a well stocked home bar gives you a great place to entertain guests and practice your mixology skills By stocking your bar
2022 01 17 nbsp 0183 32 14 Suitcase Bar If you re short on handy man skills but big on thrifting a vintage trunk can add a lot of interesting detail to your bar plans 15 Cork Words Just corks and glue can make fun DIY home bar ideas 16 Whiskey Bottle Lights Light up your home bar in style with this awesome whiskey bottle bar decor
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2021 03 09 nbsp 0183 32 Want to stock up your home bar but not sure where to start Hi it s your resident home mixologist here to help I may not be a professional bartender but my husband Alex and I have made it our life goal to make all the great cocktails in the world in the comfort of our own home With 250 under our belt we ve learned a hell of a lot along the way
2013 08 23 nbsp 0183 32 That s how I stock our home bar For everyone who hasn t started get shopping For everyone who has tell us how you stock yours You may also enjoy Share Tweet Share Pin 3 Comments Posted by Andrew Filed under cocktail recipes lt Newer Older gt Jessica Quadra Photography on 08 26 2013 at 6 05 AM As a Nicaraguan gal I m happy to see you
So if you re looking to experiment with crafting your own drinks but don t want to invest mega bucks in a full fleet of top shelf spirits it s time to learn how to stock your home bar or bar cart on a budget 1 Vodka 360 12 15 At an average price of 13 this one s a no brainer
2022 01 25 nbsp 0183 32 The first rule of stocking your bar is to choose spirits you enjoy This is the only way to develop a knack for making and appreciating cocktails Once you nail a few favorite cocktails your interest and palate for other spirits are bound to expand we guarantee it The second rule is to not try to do it all at once
2019 11 18 nbsp 0183 32 Budding bartenders and home bar hopefuls take note How you stock your bar is essential to entertaining at home Luckily constructing a home bar isn t as intimidating as it
2020 09 12 nbsp 0183 32 Stocking a bar by buying one bottle of every category of spirit even if you go down market will cost you at the very least 150 unless you re buying stuff bottled in plastic and even then such a shopping trip still won t be cheap Finally it
2021 01 16 nbsp 0183 32 Conclusion Your checklist for a fully stocked home bar includes a variety of alcohols tools and drinkware and mastering a few cocktail recipes You should have the five common types of alcohol including tequila gin vodka rum and whisky as well as a small selection of beer wine and champagne Make sure you have the proper tools
2020 02 05 nbsp 0183 32 How to Stock a Home Bar Choose 3 4 Of Your Favorite Liquors These should be liquors that you actually like and will make drinks with There is Essential Tools For A Home Bar Disclaimer The links below are affiliate links If you click through and take action I Choose A Place In Your Home
Introduction Building a Basic Home Bar By jayjohnson22 Follow More by the author Following a few step by step instructions I will teach you how to build a basic home bar that will satisfy your needs Having a bar in a basement or other living space is vital for get togethers whether they are with friends or family Use it as a place to dine watch the ballgame place cards or enjoy
2022 02 08 nbsp 0183 32 Having a perfectly designed and well stocked home bar often is high on many people s wish lists It allows one to host a lively cocktail party or a small intimate evening But for many people the
2021 05 13 nbsp 0183 32 How to Stock Your Home Bar Vodka Is Essential Vodka has a clean transparent flavor and it is used for more cocktails than any other distilled A Versatile Gin or Two Not everyone is a fan of gin However it is nice to have at least one bottle in every bar In Tequilas for Margaritas
Stock up your bar cart and get entertaining These are the essentials for every home bar Essential Spirits Let s start with the backbone of the bar cart the liquor The first rule of thumb is Buy what you like If you know you only like particular cocktails keep the requisite spirits on your bar cart at all times But if you want to be
creamer cinnamon biscotti tray bowls canisters for storage of items above 3 Personalize it Now it is time to add your special touch to your coffee bar Be it monogrammed napkins or a cute framed quote your personal touch will make it feel all your own
2016 12 01 nbsp 0183 32 Bar Tools Source Design Love Fest Bar tools are very important for creating the perfect cocktail A stock of essential bar tools has many benefits such as offering precise measurement ratios getting the cocktail to mix properly and making the right garnish Although these are very common tools to have on hand don t feel like you need
Last but not least don t forget to stock up on your beverage of choice Whether you want inspiration for planning a home bar renovation or are building a designer home bar from scratch Houzz has 88 672 images from the best designers decorators and architects in the country including Rae Duncan Interior Design RDID and JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors
2011 07 07 nbsp 0183 32 Remember Home Bar Rule 2 Start small If you don t have room or any place to store your home bar keep your home bar small Pick two or three different liquors and stick with those When I was in an apartment I kept my small bar in a cabinet above the fridge and I kept my mixers and garnishes in the fridge
2011 02 13 nbsp 0183 32 For everyday use in your home bar you only need six or eight of each of these three basic types a short glass a tall glass and a stem If you plan to serve wine at your parties invest in eight to 12 basic stemmed wineglasses
13 Bar Inventory Templates The bars are separated by wine beer liquor to calculate to the total count and unit price so it must need bar inventory templates to provide a bill for the customer Excel inventory templates help you create the right perfect sheet inventories that look best and can be easily understood
2019 01 30 nbsp 0183 32 The key to stocking your own standout home bar is focusing on quality basics To find the best we surveyed a broad spectrum of bartenders at top
And if you want to break out the toga when your DIY home bar is finished well that s entirely your call Home Bar Parts Overview Illustration by Gregory Nemec Day to day Timeline Prep Day Build trim and assemble the bar s side panels Steps 1–7 Saturday Install the shelves and corner stiles and create the bar top Steps 8 12