How to Build the Perfect Home Bar

Building a home bar doesn't have to be overwhelming. Our head bartender shares the essentials you need to start mixing like a pro at home.

Start with the basics: a quality shaker set, a jigger for precise measurements, a muddler, a bar spoon, and a strainer. For glassware, invest in rocks glasses, coupe glasses, and highball glasses — these three cover most classic cocktails.

For your spirit collection, we recommend starting with five essentials: Cloud Seven Vodka for clean cocktails, Friend Ship Whiskey for old fashioneds and sours, Cloud Seven Gin for martinis and G&Ts, Friend Ship Rum for tropical drinks, and Friend Ship Tequila for margaritas.

Don't forget fresh citrus, simple syrup, and quality ice. The difference between a good cocktail and a great one often comes down to these small details.