MIXERS & LIQUEURS

In order to make a stunning cocktail creation – or any cocktail for that matter – you’ll also need to invest in mixers and liqueurs. A well-balanced drink will combine the right forms of spirits, sugar, water, and bitters, but finding where to start can be daunting. For bitters, opt for the basic aromatic and orange varieties, and get more nuanced as your cocktail game evolves. Carbonated beverages such as cola, ginger beer, and tonic water are great to have on hand, and professionals will often tout glass over plastic or cans for its ability to better preserve bubbles. Other essential modifiers include vermouth, amaro, and orange liqueur. Once you add these three bottles to a foundation of base spirits, you’ll be able to create dozens of classics including the martini, old fashioned, negroni, Manhattan, boulevardier, and margarita.

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

“Recently released and named Whisky Advocate's 2022 Whiskey of the Year, there is not much more to say. Enjoy this bourbon neat or on the rocks with friends, and it will win the table as well.”