Choosing the Liquors
There are some basic liquors that are the foundation of most cocktails and Nike Air Max 2012 a must have for the home bar:
-- Vodka
-- Rum
-- Whiskey
-- Tequila
-- Gin
Don’t concern yourself with getting the best of everything, although it is a good idea to have one bottle of high-quality liquor, such as an aged scotch.
After you have the basics, consider adding variation. If most of your frequent guests prefer vodka, think of getting some of the many flavors available, such as pomegranate, lemon, or raspberry. Whiskey also comes in different varieties that have distinct characteristics Nike Shox Agent such as bourbon, Canadian whiskey and rye whiskey.
It’s also a good idea to try to stock up on some basic liqueurs that are most commonly used in cocktails, such as:
-- Triple sec (used in margaritas)
-- Kahlua (coffee flavor and popular)
-- Irish Cream (great with coffee)
-- Schnapps
-- Vermouth (used in many classic cocktails)
The Right Bar Accessories
Once you’ve stocked your liquor, it’s time to think about what bar accessories you’ll need or want:
-- Corkscrew. A must have.
-- Blender. Necessary for drinks like Pi?a Coladas and Daiquiris.
-- Ice bucket and tongs. Indicates to guests where the bar is and keeps them from dipping into your freezer.
-- Bar glassware. If you want something more Nike Shox Turbo presentable than plastic cups, consider a collection of wine glasses, pint glasses, highballs, martini glasses and shot glasses.
-- Cocktail shaker. Adding a high-quality stainless steel cocktail shaker to your home bar supplies can only increase the quality of your bar. A long-handled bar spoon, a muddler and a measuring jigger are useful accessories for your cocktail shaker.
-- Speed pourers. Liquor pourers look professional and help keep everything tidy.
-- Cocktail accessories. Inexpensive drink stirrers, Nike Blazer cocktail picks, cocktail napkins and umbrellas are easy to find and add ambiance to any cocktail party.
Essential Mixers and Garnishes
Your chosen liquors and liqueurs will stay good for some time, but most non-alcoholic mixers will not, so you will want to consider what you will need before each party. For simplicity, consider serving a few limited specialty cocktails with a selection of basic drinks. For the basics, you will need:
-- Tonic Water
-- Juice (cranberry, orange and pineapple)
-- Soft drinks (ginger ale, cola and lemon-lime)
-- Club soda
-- Coffee
-- Milk
-- Half & half
For an expanded repertoire of cocktails, add:
-- Cocktail mixes (Bloody Mary, Margarita, Mojito and Pi?a Colada)
-- More juices (tomato, grapefruit and lime)
-- Bitters
-- Simple syrup
-- Sour mix
-- Worcestershire Sauce
-- Grenadine
-- Tabasco Sauce
Finally, consider garnishes for any specific cocktails, such as:
-- Olives
-- Fruit wedges (lemon, lime, orange)
-- Whipped cream
-- Maraschino cherries
-- Nutmeg
-- Super-fine sugar and coarse salt (for coating glass rims)
-- Celery
After you’ve stocked the bar to your satisfaction, grab your favorite cocktail recipe guide book and start Nike 6.0 mixing!
