What should a well stocked bar include?

A thoughtfully stocked bar includes the tools to tackle all kinds of cocktails, from the simplest to most sophisticated. Common items include an ice bucket, bar spoon, muddler, jigger (for measuring shots), a cocktail shaker and strainer. And don’t forget wine and beer bottle openers!

What alcohol is in a well stocked bar?

Bitter spirits, fruit liqueurs, herbal spirits and syrups, otherwise known as modifiers, help achieve more complicated drinks and look handsome on a bar cart. Additionally, a well-stocked home bar must have a few top-notch spirits best served neat or on ice, including rum, tequila, bourbon and Scotch.

What spirits should you have at home?

Home Bartending 101: 7 Essential Spirits You Need to Have

• ① Vodka.
• ② Gin.
• ③ Whiskey (Bourbon, Rye and Scotch)
• ④ Rum.
• ⑤ Tequila and Mescal.
• ⑦ Bitters.

How many bartenders do you need for 100 guests?

one bartender
If you are only serving beer and wine, you will need one bartender for every 100 guests.

What should I stock my home bar with?

The goal of stocking your bar is to make sure you have drinks that you and your guests enjoy drinking. No one cares that you bought a $100 bottle of aged bourbon if no one likes bourbon. So save your money and focus on the things that you and your friends drink regularly.

Is there an initial fix to a fully stocked bar?

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.

Why do you need a fully stocked bar checklist?

I created this fully stocked bar checklist so that you can have a guide to go by as you build up your home bar. If you try to get everything all at once, all you will accomplish is having a dusty unopened bottle as a bar decoration. Sure, it looks nice but it was a total waste of money.

What kind of alcohol should I have in my home bar?

Here are some types of alcohol that every home bar should be stocked with: Vodka: Vodka is an ingredient in more mixed drinks than any other type of spirit. It’s an incredibly versatile spirit that can be purchased at a variety of price points. Every home bar should be stocked with at least one or two different types of vodka.