Spirits & Liquor

Which mixers are must-haves for a basic first bar set up?

To make the widest variety of drinks, stock your bar with aromatic bitters, grenadine, sweet and sour mix, tomato juice, fruit juices, tonic water, and a variety of sodas including club soda. Make your own simple syrup and garnishes to keep on hand for your homemade cocktails.

What are cocktail strainers used for?

A cocktail strainer acts as a sieve to keep ice and food bits out of finished cocktails. Hawthorne strainers have springs to help catch tiny bits of ice or food. Always strain slowly for the smoothest cocktails.

Why are people buying rotating whiskey glasses?

Spinning or rotating whiskey glasses are gaining in popularity, and the concept has merit. Whiskey is aerated by the spinning of the cocktail glass, which brings out the unique flavor accents of the drink. If you prefer spirits mixed with water, a rotating whiskey glass helps keep the two liquids blended for an even flavor profile with every sip.