BARWARE

Like with glassware, having just a few staples can go a long way when it comes to barware. Regardless of the types of drinks that rule your repertoire, every home bartender will make good use of a mixing glass, shaker, strainer, jigger, bar spoon, and hand juicer. For botanical and fruit lovers, a muddler will come in handy, and wine connoisseurs wouldn’t dare be caught without a highquality corkscrew. Other items that you may want to stock up on include an ice bucket, ice bag and mallet, picks, a peeler, silicone ice trays, and an aerator or decanter. When purchasing these items, you’ll want to make sure you try to balance quality with pieces that are easy on the eyes. Start by looking at restaurant or bar supply stores because if products are good enough for commercial use, they’ll be good enough for your home bar!