A home is even better when you have a bar
A home is even better when you have a bar in the living room. Cocktail bars range from the basic to the sophisticated and you can impress your friends and neighbors with a good looking bar and bar set gadgets. Bars can represent different eras and styles from Art Deco to contemporary chrome. Bar stools are deigned in wood, leather or chrome and the gas lift versions are easily adjustable for height.A bar isn't just about looking good and the right equipment is needed for parties, barbecues and family gatherings. A basic bar set will contain a cocktail shaker, ice tongs, strainer, stirrer and double ended jigger. It may come with a tray too and these tools of the trade are usually in stainless steel.
It's also possible to put together the necessary items, individually. Cocktail shakers tend to be stainless steel or plastic and in 250ml or 750ml measures. The Boston Shaker is stainless steel with an acrylic cup. Wine coolers, thimble measures and pourers are also useful. Shot glasses come in glass or chrome and some have acrylic surrounds. There are specialist glasses for whiskey, martini, brandy, cocktails and cordials. It's also good to offer guests an Irish coffee at the end of the evening and Irish coffee glasses present the drink at its best.
Spirit measures can be in line or on a rotary stand, sometimes known as a bartender's carousel. Features like this in a bar set make it look really professional. Drip trays and drinks coasters keep the bar area tidy and wine and champagne stoppers are a good idea too. A bowl of mixed nuts provides a tasty snack and a nut cracker can deal with whole nuts.
Ice is another consideration and there are ice cube makers on sale, in addition to ice buckets and champagne buckets on a stand. Most importantly, don't forget the corkscrew! Many bar set suppliers also include recipe books for cocktails and some retailers sell customized bar signs. These signs can include the name of the bar, as named by the owner and they give a personal touch. Drinking Games are also available but should be approached with caution!
The bar counter and back wall should blend in with the room, whether it is highly polished wood, chrome or ceramic tiles. A home bar and bar set is a great opportunity to express your personality and it may be so welcoming, that you never want to leave.
