Everything You Need To Have A Don Draper- Level Bar Cart
If you're reading this, you're probably a right proper adult with classy drinking habits. Or at least that's the aspiration.
Allow us to help you in this endeavor with all the very best bar cart essentials you need to make your cocktail wishes and Mad Men dreams come true.
The Essentials
You don't need a bunch of fancy doodads and technical whatnots to make a killer cocktail. Just a handful of well-crafted tools (and quality ingredients.)
A Paring Knife
Most cocktails taste better with a garnish, and this knife will definitely get the job done.
Or go for a chef-grade knife if you're not here to mess around.
A Jigger Cup
You don't bake without measuring cups, so don't mix drinks without jiggers.
Here's the deal: if your drink is all-liquor-everything, you need to stir it. If your drink includes non-spirited ingredients, like citrus or egg whites, shake it up.
For Stirring:
All you really need is a mixing glass and a super-long spoon.
A Mixing Glass
We love this diamond-cut glass by Kotai.
A Stirring Spoon
And this long, twisty handle makes this spoon ideal for stirring.
For Shaking:
A Cocktail Shaker (Duh)
Look, this is just a very sexy cocktail shaker.
A Bar Strainer
Pour the drink out, keep the ice in. It's chill, baby.
The Fancy Extras
Once you've locked down the basics, have fun with the extras.
This Decanter Should Come With Its Own Mahogany Library And Set Of Leather-Bound Books
This 30-ounce decanter is fancy AF and waaaay cheaper than you'd expect.
Repeat After Me: You Do Not Need A Fancy Corkscrew
Seriously, this $10 one will make every other high-tech contraption seem frivolous.
This Bottle Opener Is A Piece Of Art
Made from acacia wood and gold, this bottle opener is a hell of a lot better than the lighter you're using.
The Perfect Craft Beer Glasses
Each glass is designed specifically to enhance the effervescence and flavor profile of your beer. Also they look really cool.
The Monti-Taste Set includes four glasses specifically designed for IPA, Pilsner, Pint (16-ounce) and 12-ounce brews.
Copper Straws For The Win
Stop stealing stacks of straws from Starbucks. Get these nice copper straws instead.
Make Sure Your Beer Is Ice Cold, All Day
Just freeze, insert into any standard-size beer bottle, and never suffer through a warm-ish beer again.
Shot Glasses For Math Nerds
Apparently, this five shot glass set claims to be a "sobriety test for math nerds." Sounds like a party to us!
Beer Glasses For Science Nerds
Kind of like the glasses above, but for beer! And science!
Wine Glasses For Star Gazers
Kind of like the glasses above, but for wine! And stars!
When You Want Your Whiskey Chilled, Not Diluted
This wedge-shaped ice block makes sure your drink is cool but not watered down. And if you buy the mold, they'll throw in a whiskey glass.
Bottoms up!
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