Pro Tips For Sucessfull Home Bartending
Master the Basics & Up your Mixology Skills
Basic tips for the home bar enthusiasts. The gear you need before you learn to create unforgettable drinks at home with the confidence of a mixologist.
True mixology is a masterclass about the delicate chemistry of balance, a journey every passionate mixologist must embrace. It’s about knowing exactly when to stir for crystal-clarity and when to shake for that perfect, frothy chill. Discover essential base spirits, the barware used to mix your fav drink, and the glassware you need to make them look great.
With this intro into home bartending culture, you learn the basics about tools, techniques, and glassware. Our Quick Home Bartending Guide will ignite your passion for great drinks and inspire you to shake, stir, and sip like never before. Take a Dive into House Party Bartenders’ Little Book of Bartending!
Your bartending skills are about to get a serious upgrade. Cheers to that!
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Stock Your Home Bar With Essential Drinks
Must-have spirits to create popular cocktails for any occasion.
A good home mobile bar should include at least one bottle of each of the FIVE base spirits. Stocking a decent selection of these spirits will ensure you can mix up the most popular cocktails at any moment.
VODKA - Vodka is key, it has a clean flavour and is used for more cocktails than most spirits.
GIN - Stock at the very least, a good bottle of Dry Gin. It works with almost everything from a James Bond Martini to a G&T's.
RUM - Two good rums are better than one. The light rum and a Spiced / Dark rum for your tropical cocktails.
TEQUILA - The key to great Margaritas & Paloma's. Gold or Silver, both work great!
WHISKEY - Scottish & Bourbon, a home bar should have one bottle of each.
Pro Tip - Cocktail Bitters
It is incredible how just a dash of bitters can transform the entire DNA of a drink
These botanical powerhouses are the hidden 'spice rack' of the bar, adding a professional finish to any cocktail.
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Cocktail Syrups
Sugar Cane, Sweet & Sour, Grenadine & Tabasco.
Infused syrups with fruit flavours are essential for many great drinks, including modern and classic cocktails!
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Tonics & Sodas
Tonic waters, Ginger Ale, fruit juices and Coconut water.
When choosing tonics & sodas, look beyond the basics and reach for craft, artisanal options with a refined fizz.
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The Different Types of Glasses and Tools
Why your glassware matters as much as the drink.
Why you should match your drink with the perfect glass? Proper glassware isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s also about science and ritual. Pair your spirits with the silhouettes that unlock their full potential.
MARTINI GLASS - The essential, used for serving martini cocktails without ice such as Espresso, PassionFruit, Dirty and Dry Martini.
TALL OR SLIM-GIN - A tall and narrow glass, perfect for serving Collins cocktails or other long drinks over ice.
LOW-BALL - Perfect for whiskeys and other spirits served neat or on the rocks.
HURRICANE - The correct glass for your exotic cocktails such as Pina Colada's, Daiquiris, Blue Lagoon and many more.
CHAMPAGNE FLUTES - Mostly used for serving Champagne, Prosecco, authentic Bellini's and champagne-based cocktails!
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The "Shakin'" Cocktail Shaker
The most essential bar tools of any mixologist, novice or professional.
Consisting of a metal tin, a built-in strainer, and a secure cap, it allows you to mix and chill ingredients.
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"The Measure", aka The Jigger
Precision & the perfect balance are the soul of a great cocktail.
A Jigger is your most trusted ally when you want to get your quantities exactly right. Free-pouring comes next!
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The "Musher'" aka The Muddler
The"long stick"you mush the limes and lemons with.
Used to release the essential oils and hidden aromas that define iconic cocktails like the Mojito or Caipirinha.
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Fundamental Cocktail Making Tips for Beginners
Creating a great cocktail at home is all about balancing the correct ingredients with ice using professional tools.
A fantastic rule of thumb to get you started is the classic 2:1:1 formula, two parts spirit, one part sour, and one part sweet.
To measure and mix like a pro, you only need three basic tools: a jigger, a shaker, and a strainer. Ice is your best friend for chilling and diluting your drink just right. Remember to shake your cocktail if it contains juice or egg, and stir it gently if it is a spirit-forward drink.
Correct quantities - Use a jigger to ensure correct balance.
The magic of ice - As the ice melts, it adds essential water that gently softens the sharp bite of the alcohol.
Your bartending skills are about to get a serious upgrade. Cheers to that!