Bar Tools of the Trade
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A good home bar isn't just about having a variety of liquors and mixers. Find out which basic tools every home bartender needs.
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Boston shaker: two-piece shaker consisting of a tin and a pint glass.
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Hawthorn strainer: metal strainer designed to fit over the top of a cocktail shaker and strain the drink into a glass.
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Bar spoon: a long spoon with a twisted handle used for stirring cocktails.
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Muddler: a small club used to mash ingredients in order to release essential flavors and oils.
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Citrus press: a hand-held juicer.
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Jigger: a double-sided measuring tool for liquids.
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Paring knife: a short-bladed knife used to peel and slice fruit.
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Cutting board: small, washable surface.
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Other needs include:
- Bar towels
- Ice bucket and scoop
- Cocktail napkins
- Cocktail picks
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Glassware Suggestions:
At minimum, stock your home bar with six of the following glasses.
Advice on stocking your home bar
At minimum, stock your home bar with six of the following glasses.
- Cocktail glass (martini)
- Tall/Collins glass
- Rocks glass
- White wine glass
- Red wine glass
- Champagne flute
- Pint glass for beer
Advice on stocking your home bar
Published 01/21/2009