This Essential Bar Tool Set Lets You Mix Cocktails Like a Pro (or at Least a Serious Am)
You don't need a mustache or suspenders to make good drinks—just these essential tools of the trade.
Thank goodness the days of handlebar-moustachioed, suspender-wearing mixologists hand-carving ice cube by cube are long behind us. All along we just wanted a good drink, and make it snappy! While we can’t wait to get back to the bar when it’s safe to do so, we’re thrilled by the array of pro-style gear available for the home bartender. Here’s the gear you need to mix up a fine cocktail whenever the mood strikes. No wait required.
Essential Cocktail Tools
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Barfly Shaker Cocktail Tin
You might’ve noticed the better bartenders out there are all working “tin on tin” (barspeak for using two metal shakers). There’s no risk of breakage, separating shakers is a snap, plus they stack and store tidily. At 19 bucks for a set how can you not upgrade?
Japanese-Style Jigger
Sure you could use a measuring pitcher or shot glass, but make a show of it with this copper Japanese jigger.
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Mixing Glass
Once a rarity, now standard issue for modern bartenders, this Japanese-inspired mixing glass is ideal for stirring up aromatic cocktails like Manhattans and Martinis.
Luminarc Barcraft Coupe Cocktail
At 5.5 ounces the coupe is just the right size for having two cocktails without going overboard.
Rock-Style Old Fashioned Whiskey Glasses
Water glass by day, Boulevardier vessel by night, a set of lowballs will set you right.
