MEASURE | MUDDLE | STIR | STRAIN
KORIKO® HAWTHORNE STRAINER - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
Best Hawthorne strainer I’ve ever owned in my life. This thing is quality and has a tight coil that’s great to really keep out fine/broken ice, muddled fruit etc. This strainer should at be everyone’s bar.
HAMMERED BELL JIGGER - BULL IN CHINA
Bell shaped designed is my favorite kind of double-sided jigger. Bull in China’s design is perfectly balanced and so elegantly designed. One side is 1 oz. and other is 2 oz, including full-circle interior markings with clear and precise measurement markings at .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5 oz. Comes in copper, silver, and gold.
DECORATIVE STRAINER - MEMO BAR TOOLS
Quite possibly could be one of the coolest strainer you might ever own. Memo Bar Tools has a handful of breathtaking designs (here’s just an example of one of them). If you want a strainer that is truly unique and high-quality, go check out this craftsmanship.
TRIDENT BARSPOON - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
There are a lot of routes you can go with your barspoon. I really like the Japanese design (you can generally tell by the shape of the spoon head - usually narrower and deeper vs wide and flat is more American style). This spoon design though, has a trident end–which is helpful for fishing out garnishes. Another recommendation would look for a flat top - that also works great as a muddler for herbs. Comes in various colors/finishes!
JAPANESE STYLE JIGGER - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
Japanese style jiggers I generally lean towards. They’re design–with the height and narrowness I feel makes for easy measuring and pouring/less likely of spillage. These jiggers come in various sizes, colors/finishes.
MEEHAN’S MIXOLOGY SPOONS - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
A set of highly accurate, small-measurement spoons for the bar and kitchen designed in collaboration with Jim Meehan. Six spoons per set with the following measurements of volume:1/4tsp (.040oz), 1 Barspoon (.060oz), 3/4tsp (.125oz), 1 tsp (.1675oz), 1/2 tbsp (.25oz), 1 tbsp (.50oz).
WILKINSON™ SCALLOPED JULEP STRAINER - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
From David Wondrich and Greg Boehm’s private collections at Cocktail Kingdom. This julep strainer with a die-cut shamrock at the base of the handle is named for the head bartender at New Orleans's Sazerac House.
HANDMADE WOOD-GRAIN FINISHED SWIZZLE STICK - PINA BARWARE
Though a traditional swizzle is made of wood–Pina has made a more durable and long lasting option out of stainless steel with a wood texture finish. This is a great addition for your bar if you’e diving into those tiki-esque concoctions.
FINE MESH STRAINER
A fine mesh strainer is a wonderful addition to your bar. It might not be that highest priority when you initially stock your bar, but this tool is essential for once you step into creations that use ingredients like: egg white, creams, and finely muddles herbs and citrus. A fine strainer is often used a lot when recipes call for “double-strain” that helps you to get the right textures for your cocktails.
ANGLED JIGGER
This style jigger is one of my personal favorite jiggers (and great for beginners as well). A one-sided jigger can be nice for speed and with written measurements inside always helps you get really get precise. Measurements from .25 oz - 2 oz.
BENT HANDLE JULEP STRAINER - PINA BARWARE
A traditional julep-style strainer face with a bent handle to grip along the back of a shaking tin or mixing glass.
SMUGGLER STRAINER - MOVER & SHAKER®
“She may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts kid.” Handcrafted, stainless steel cocktail strainer inspired by everyone’s favorite heap of junk, the Millennium Falcon! Pssst Mover & Shaker have A LOT of Star Wars themed cocktail gear, including more strainer options!
SHAKERS | MIXING GLASSES
KORIKO SHAKING TINS - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
Ah. The classic Boston shaker. This set of no-hassle weighted shaker tins with a two-drink capacity is a favorite among bartenders for a reason. The tins’ relatively thin walls ensure a good tight seal with easier separation after shaking, and the stainless steel finish is dishwasher-safe.
FLAGSHIP COCKTAIL MIXING GLASS - BULL IN CHINA
A flawless fusion of beauty and durability that's designed to elevate your mixing experience. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this mixing glass combines aesthetics and functionality seamlessly. It effortlessly withstands the rigors of heavy use and extreme temperature fluctuations, ensuring it never falters in performance. It features a seamless design, ensuring a smooth and snag-free stirring experience. (Liquid capacity of 21 oz / 620ml).
WEIGHTED BOSTON SHAKER - C&D TOOLS
My favorite Boston shaker on the market. This thing is pure quality. C&D Tools may be new to the scene, but they got this shaker dowwwn. And well, I helped a little bit with the development of this product, so I also find it close to my heart. It’s made from one solid piece of pure stainless steel sourced in the USA, and is weighted on both sides. This means it pulverizes ice more quickly and your drinks require less time to make. It’s hand-finished and polished on the production line, brushed finish is fingerprint and scratch resistant, and engraved with serial number unique to your shaker. Bit pricey, but a game changer when it comes to mixing shaken drinks. 6.5lbs.
LEOPOLD WEIGHTED BOSTON SHAKER - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
Cocktail Kingdom’s Leopold® Tins are designed for a good fit with easier separation after shaking. Comes in Stainless Steel, Copper Plated, and Gold Plated.
BERRY WALL™ FOOTED MIXING GLASS - COCKTAIL KINGDOM®
From the infamous David Wondrich’s private collection at Cocktail Kingdom. This rose-tinted, lead free, crystal mixing glass is named for Evander Berry Wall, a personality from the 1890s known for his flamboyant dressing and enjoyment of fine drinks at fine bars.
SERTODO HAMMERED COPPER BOSTON SHAKER
The Boston shaker is beloved by many a bartender for its ease of use. This hammered copper version is made of two cups: overturn the 18-ounce cup and fit it on top of the 30-ounce cup, then shake away for a perfectly mixed batch of cocktails, with no stuck caps or clogged strainers to deal with.
SEAMLESS HANDCUT MIXING GLASS - PINA BARWARE
Beautiful seamless wall designed mixing glass! The side walls are artfully cut by hand with a design featuring a subtle homage to the pineapple. The wall design also includes four conveniently placed finger holds for easy pouring.
ELEVATED CRAFT COBBLER SHAKER
Lots of talk about this new cobbler shaker! Designed to solve all those annoying flaws that generally come with your beginner cobbler shaker. Meaning, this gem ensures: no sticky leaks, no frozen hands, no stuck lids, stainless steel, advanced built-in strainer, and vacuum- insulated. Also, there is a built-in measuring unit in the top of your shaker! Hot damn!
KICKASS GLASSWARE
WELL TOLD DESIGN’S MAP GLASSWARE
I’m so obsessed with this company. And yes, these will forever be on my gift guides. Get someone a glass from their hometown, favorite vacation spot, or even some other place that holds a special memory. Pick the glassware style, pick the location, can't go wrong!
(Range of styles available: Rocks Glass, Stem Wine Glass, Stemless Wine Glass, Pint Glass, Mug, Copper Mugs, Insulated Bottles, etc!)
BULL IN CHINA - ROCKS GLASSES
These aren't your ordinary rocks glasses! They start their lives as one of our mixing glasses before we chop them down to a 3.5-inch, oversized rocks glass. They’re perfect for fitting one large ice cube and still leaving enough breathing room, offering the perfect dilution rate.
TRUEST OF ALL MOSCOW MULE MUGS
I know there are a lot of copper mug options out there. But. If you’re going to get a copper mug…please get a real copper mug. Like the ones you pick up, and you’re like…man, now that’s a copper mug. Cocktail Kingdom products are all top notch–and they really have got you covered here! These Moscow Mule mugs do not disappoint. Aka, they’re my personal favorite.
HONEYCOMB NICK & NORA GLASSES
6" tall and 2.85" wide at opening. 5oz capacity. Ideal for use with vodka or gin martini, dirty or not, aperitif, before or after dinner drinks, whiskey manhattan, boulevardier, sidecar, cosmopolitan, anything straight up, or even as a mini little wine glass for the friend that always gets outta hand.
VINTAGE FRENCH COUPE GLASSES (SET OF 2)
These vintage coupes make every night worth celebrating. Since these are sourced one by one, every coupe differs slightly in size and shape—giving your happy hour a beautifully eclectic feel. Choose from a traditionally classic style or opt for an ornate look with the etched version.
KIRUTO™ STACKABLE ROCKS GLASS (SET OF 6)
Cocktail Kingdom’s 6oz stackable rocks glasses that have a lovely design, texture and are super durable.
FACETED CRYSTAL COUPES (SET OF 2)
Updated the historic design of coupe glasses so that they perfectly enhance the drinking experience. The glass bowl as well as the stem to base ratio creates an elegant and balanced vintage glass look. (8.8oz/260ml capacity, Stands 6.5''/16.5cm, Mouth open 3.9''/10cm)
ALMA HIGHBALL & DOUBLE OLD-FASHIONED GLASSES
Inspired by Parisian flea market finds, CB2’s exclusive Alma glasses come in deep blue, smoky grey, modern pink and clear bring lush color and fascinating texture to cocktail hour. Bands of petite beads add vintage charm, turning the simplest glasses of water, juice and iced tea into special sips. And with the look and feel of handmade antiques, the charming glasses are worthy of your carefully crafted cocktails.
ART DECOR HIGHBALL GLASSES
World Market has some gems, y’all. I kind of forget sometimes to go search there for glassware, and them am pleasantly surprised. And if you’re like me, and generally like to buy one-off glassware pieces vs. a set - this is a good stop for you.
TIKI FARM MUGS
Tiki Farm has created thousands of designs and has manufactured countless millions of products to-date. Their products are collected worldwide and regarded as a premium ceramic stoneware grade drinkware. Creative capabilities include mugs, bowls, decanters, pitchers, shots, plates and more. There are many killer designs on their website. Go explore!
TIKILAND TRADING CO. TIKI MUGS
I freakin’ love Tikiland Trading Co. It’s one of my favorite places to get high-quality and super unique tropical drinkware. I love the artists they collaborate with on their designs, and the incredible detail that each of their mugs have. This is probably the highest price point on my gift guide for tiki mugs–and I will say, they do take awhile for shippings (as much of the designs you’ll see are for pre-order). But! I strongly encourage you check em out and see what they’re all about!
MUNKTIKI IMPORT TIKI MUGS
Munktiki was founded in the early months of the year 2000. Comprised of designers Paul and Miles they strive to bring to the world the finest Tiki Mugs and related products. Their combined experience and knowledge in the ceramics field has enabled them to produce some of the finest Tiki Mugs to date. With an eye on the fun side they strive to add their sense of taste and style to the mugs they make. Please join them on their journey into the realm of cocktail madness and enjoy a drink or two from one of their tiki mugs.
HOWLER BROS X TIKI TATSU-YA DARUMA MUG
Howler Bros may be primarily a clothing brand - but they love their drinks and got some awesome tropical inspired drinkware. Like this lil dude! “Let all your friends know they are welcome in your casa by serving up your greatest concoctions in this custom ceramic cocktail vessel created for the Howler Brothers x Tiki Tatsu-Ya collaboration. Your drinks will taste better - we promise.” - Howler Bros
TIKI GEEKS TIKI MUGS
If you geek out on a franchise, there’s 99% chance there’s a tiki mug for you here haha. This is a really fun site to find smile-brining gifts on–shop by interest/category of: Comics, Movies, Fantasy, Horror, Si-Fi, Television, and more!
TRADER VIC’S TIKI MUGS
Did you know you can get tiki mugs from the historic Trader Vic’s? YUP. They got some real gems on their site, check em out!
HAND PAINTED TIKI MUG - NOYA CERAMIC DESIGN
Awesome artist that does Hawaiian Style Handmade Ceramic Tiki Mugs. Items are hand painted with underglaze paint for exotic-tropic cocktails and also ornament or decoration.
LITERATURE | EDUCATION
MEEHAN’S BARTENDER MANUAL
Meehan’s Bartender Manual is acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehan’s magnum opus—and the first book to explain the ins and outs of the modern bar industry. This groundbreaking work chronicles Meehan’s storied career in the bar business through practical, enlightening chapters that mix history with professional insight. Meehan’s deep dive covers the essential topics, including the history of cocktails and bartending, service, hospitality, menu development, bar design, spirits production, drink mixing technique, and the tools you’ll need to create a well-stocked bar.
IMBIBE MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION!
All you want to know about liquid culture...and pretty pictures and cool people. Imbibe is my absolute favorite liquid culture magazine. I get so excited every time I see it in my mailbox. Filled with the vastness of all things in liquid culture, it opens the door to so many adventures on people, places, events, and recipes, and what to keep your eye out for. I'd recommend this present to anyone who has a curious soul. And the layout and photography really brings it all in.
(1 year/6 issues), (2 year/12 issues)
THE BAR BOOK (ELEMENTS OF COCKTAIL TECHNIQUE)
Looking to impress your family and guests with your cocktails? Look no further than this cocktail recipe book, The Bar Book - Bartending and mixology for the home cocktail enthusiast.
Learn the key techniques of bartending and mixology from a master: Written by renowned bartender and cocktail blogger Jeffrey Morgenthaler,The Bar Bookis the only technique-driven cocktail and bartender book out there. This indispensable guide breaks down bartending into bar essential techniques, and then applies them to building the best drinks.
DEATH & CO.’S WELCOME HOME
The ultimate guide to choosing ingredients, developing your palate, mixing drinks, and leveling up your home cocktail game—with more than 600 recipes—from the bestselling team behind Death & Co. Their first book is also exceptional, but this is the one I’d recommend for the home bartenders and/or those looking to create their own cocktail stories.
SMUGGLER’S COVE: EXOTIC COCKTAILS, RUM, AND THE CULT OF TIKI
My absolute FAVORITE tiki cocktail book! Martin and Rebecca Cate, founders and owners of Smuggler’s Cove (the most acclaimed tiki bar of the modern era) take you on a colorful journey into the lore and legend of tiki: its birth as an escapist fantasy for Depression-era Americans; how exotic cocktails were invented, stolen, and re-invented; Hollywood starlets and scandals; and tiki’s modern-day revival, in this James Beard Award-winning cocktail book.
A PROPER DRINK
A Proper Drink is the first-ever book to tell the full, unflinching story of the contemporary craft cocktail revival. Award-winning writer Robert Simonson interviewed more than 200 key players from around the world, and the result is a rollicking (if slightly tipsy) story of the characters--bars, bartenders, patrons, and visionaries--who in the last 25 years have changed the course of modern drink-making. The book also features a curated list of about 40 cocktails--25 modern classics, plus an additional 15 to 20 rediscovered classics and classic contenders--to emerge from the movement.
3 INGREDIENT COCKTAILS
3-Ingredient Cocktails is a concise history of the best classic cocktails, and a curated collection of the best three-ingredient cocktails of the modern era. Organized by style of drink and variations, the book features 75 delicious recipes for cocktails both classic.
THE CANON COCKTAIL BOOK
Home to the Western Hemisphere's largest spirit collection, Seattle bar Canon: Whiskey and Bitters Emporium has achieved unprecedented, worldwide acclaim. Pages filled with 100 cocktail recipes ranging from riffs on the classics to their lineup of original house drinks.
SESSIONS COCKTAILS: LOW-ALCOHOL FOR ANY OCCASSION
A cocktail book introducing a new canon of low-proof drinks that highlight fresh flavors and facilitate conviviality, featuring more than 60 inventive and delicious recipes.
BEACHBUM BERRY’S SIPPIN’ SARFARI
10th anniversary expanded edition! In-depth Tiki history with recipes, 14 of them never-before-published! Completely redesigned featuring new graphics and photos unique to this edition. Additional 26-page preface and 29-page afterward. Hardcover, 315 pages Published by Cocktail Kingdom®.
EASY TIKI
For those who are curious about tiki concoctions but feel intimidated by, well...the vastness of tiki culture, the seemingly endless lists of rums, and syrups/mixers that feel out of your league—this is a great book if for you. With a very lovely and approachable breakdown of tiki drinks, how-tos on making syrups, and a great list of cocktail recipes (that are all 6 ingredients or less!) - it’s incredibly welcoming, especially to the home bartenders out there.
DRINKING DISTILLED: A USER’S MANUAL
An opinionated, illustrated guide for cocktail beginners, covering the basics of spirits plus making and drinking cocktails, written by celebrated craft cocktail bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler.
RAD HOME BAR ACCESSORIES
CREW BOTTLES!
These are freakin’ fantastic! Highly recommend to those who love to make syrups and infuse. These are game-changing bottles. It’s never been easier to mix, store and pour your favorite cocktails at home. Crew Bottle® is designed with a removable base, allowing you to drop ingredients directly into the bottle (clever, right?). It also boasts a sleek, modern design that adds a dash of class to any bar cart or home bar set-up.
HAND CLAMSHELL JUICER
When we’re making cocktails that involve juices, we always want to make sure we’re using fresh citrus! So having a quick and easy hand-held juicer is extremely handy. I know there are a bunch of juicers out there, but I recommend clamshell style. They’re easy to use, fast, durable, and also are great for the cooking in kitchen outside out drinks.
SMOKE TOP - MIDDLETON MIXOLOGY
“Middleton Mixology’s American-made smoke infuser lends a heady, full sensory experience to cocktails that won’t go unnoticed or be forgotten. Unlike other kits on the market, ours features premium food-grade smoking chips in a wide selection of flavors, allowing you to create the perfect mood for any occasion. The raw and natural smoking chips entice everyone around them, while the deep yet subtle flavor keeps guests coming back for more.”
Different bundles available! This one is features 4 wood chip flavors, torch, butane, and the smoke top. You can also get all products individually, as well as some other pair-offs–go check them out! (Prices vary depending on bundles)
HIGH CAMP FLASKS!
(Use code: CAMPWITHBEX for 15% off)
This is the perfect sidekick for camping/outdoor adventures! Designed with thoughtful features like an easy-grip cap, wide mouth, and insulated tumblers, this go-anywhere flask is your ultimate companion for outdoor adventures and refined drinking experiences. Vacuum insulated, leak-proof, made with premium stainless steel, this flask + magnetically integrated tumblers is just what adventurous cocktail and spirits lovers have been looking for.
CITRUS PEELER
A peeler might seem like a little thing to have at a home bar, but it’s an essential tool for creating those citrus garnishes! There are a lot of peelers out there, I personally love this one for it’s simple design, how it’s extremely lightweight, and ultra-sharp for a high performance peeling.
BADASS MUDDLER - COCKTAIL KINDOM®
Lots of muddlers out there, all with different shapes, finishes, and material. Some people prefer muddles that have some grooves at the bottom–but here is one of the most popular one on the market at the moment. Made of food grade plastic - the kind used for cutting boards. Rounded on one end for soft muddling with hard edge on other end. Muddlers are great additions to your bar as well, it can be great for juicing, releasing flavors of herbs, mixing in raw sugars with your fruits, and much more! Go exploring.
DRIP TRAY
Having a drip tray at your bar station really helps keeps your mess contained. And if you tend to make drinks in the kitchen, it helps give you a designated space to make drinks and not take over the whole space (like how I used to haha). Simple addition to your bar that will make you feel legit and catch all your spills!
BITTERS BOTTLES
Bitters bottles are famously known for their inconsistency. That’s why having bitters bottles are super helpful with controlling the recipe. This is the perfect piece of barware to beautifully showcase and dispense your bitters flavors - evenly and in style.
COCKTAIL ATOMIZER
Used to atomizes cocktail ingredients into a fine mist. Has a shatterproof polycarbonate lid and included funnel for easy filling. Holds 1 oz of vermouth or other clear bar ingredients.
COCKTAIL PICKS! (PACK OF 15)
The perfect stocking stuffer item, my imbibers. Having cocktail picks/skewers are such simple (and essential) pieces to have at any bar. It’s that moment, you know? The presentation of pushing that cocktail forward to the consumer for that final “Oooo” moment. Sometimes a Luxardo Maraschino Cherry on a pick brings the whole thang together. Endless possibilities with these little spears–olives, citrus, cherries, bloody mary garnishes–the world is your oyster.
BARWARE ROLL-UP!
Because sometimes…you got to bring the party to them when they can’t come to you. I’ve had my roll-up for a couple of years now, and I love this thing. It makes traveling with my bar so much easier, and keeps all the goodies organized and easily accessible. Definitely a recommendation for those who like to make drinks wherever they go (and might also be a bit picky about the tools they’re using and want to bring their own haha).
STAINLESS STEEL STRAWS
Let’s play our part here and ditch them ol plastic straws. Not only are stainless steel straws sleek and make your drinks look way cool–but they’re also friends to the environment and a great accessory to have at your home bar.
What I dig about this set is that it’s a variety pack of various sizes (6.3”, 7.1”, 8.5”, and 10.5”).
PLAYING CARDS FOR GIN LOVERS
You like gin? Yeah. You like cards? Yeah. Well hot-damn–this was made for you. This beautifully illustrated deck of playing cards is perfect for…anytime, really. Featuring illustrations of 40 gins from around the world, plus 12 gin-based cocktails, the deck is accompanied by a booklet giving detailed background to the world’s favorite juniper-based spirit, the 40 gins themselves and recipes for all the cocktails.
ANOTHER ROUND: 200 COCKTAIL TRIVIA QUESTIONS
Created by the editors of PUNCH Magazine, these trivia questions are, obviously, fantastic. There are 4 categories of question (with multiple choice answers) within this deck: Recipes & Techniques, History & Lore, Travel, and Pop Culture. A fun way to test your knowledge and learn along the way!
DEALER’S DICE - MOVER & SHAKER®
Dealer’s Choice just got a lot more exciting with Mover & Shaker’s new Dealer’s Dice. Over 216 combinations for the most indecisive of patrons! Dice combinations include–Die 1 (Spirit): Whiskey, Rum, Agave, Vodka, Gin, Brandy. Die 2 (Tastes & Techniques): Bitter, Sweet, Tart, Savory, Stirred, Shaken. Die 3 (Flavor Profile): Fruity, Herbal, Floral, Spicy, Smoky, Bubbly. And it includes: 3 dice & 2x3" velvet carrying pouch so your dice don’t roll away!
FANCYGENT’S FANCY ASS BARTENDING APRONS
Dress to impress, my friends! FancyGents don’t mess around with their classy, high-quality, genuine cow leather aprons that are exclusive designed for bartenders & baristas. Cut from chest to mid-thigh, easy to clean and very comfortable. Pockets are more than enough to help you through any situation. It gives you an elegant and outstanding style. Soooo many options here! Whether you want something simple, pop of color, tiki-inspired–you name. They got the works. $$-$$$ (Depending on style and customization)
ICE, ICE, BABY
PEAK ICE TRAYS - W&P DESIGN (AKA: BEST. ICE TRAYS. EVER.)
I am OBSESSED with these ice trays. I know, you're probably thinking, "How great can an ice tray really be?" Well, let's just say, my life has changed. Get those perfect molds right and with sooo much easy!
ICE BOX…WITH REVERSIBLY LID?!
If this ice box could talk it’d say “move over ye ice trays of yore—I’ve got this.” An all-in-one solution, it’ll make and store up to 132 ice cubes, easy. The lock tight lid ensures no unwanted odors get in and your iced tea/coffee/cocktail will taste, well, exactly how you intend it to. Oh, and that minimalist design means you can shimmy this one right up to the table when it’s sipping time.
CLEAR ICE MOLD - W&P DESIGN
This mold makes one extra large, crystal clear ice cube—a visually stunning accompaniment for your favorite spirits. The insulated foam sleeve causes the ice to freeze from the top down, forcing any bubbles or impurities to the base of the mold.
ICE CUBE DESIGN TRAY
Whether you’re a cocktail aficionado or new mixologist, you can make captivating motifs in 5 seconds per side. Your ice stamp conducts heat from the room and is food safe. Pour a work of art that leaves an impression with unique patterns that’ll wow your guests. Various patterns/designs available for each try option!
COCKTAIL KINGDOM’S “SHMALLET”
This is just awesome to have. A heavy duty and well-balanced mallet used for making fine crushed ice. Comes with a canvas bag.
CUSTOM ICE STAMP
This is fun present for home bartenders and a cool way to make your home bar feel special. Customized ice stamp that can be letters, logos, etc. I got one of these as a present at my bachelorette party with my logo on it, and it’s such a fun toy to have!
YETI RAMBLER ICE BUCKET
A hefty and large happy hour bucket built for wild get togethers. Lid included. Made with kitchen-grade stainless steel, so it’s puncture and rust-resistant and dishwasher safe because no one needs more work to do. Has a rotating handle, and has double-wall vacuum insulation to keep your ice longer and drinks colder. (Ice Scoop not included.)
HOME BARTENDING STARTER KITS
COCKTAIL KINGDOM®’S ESSENTIAL COCKTAIL SET!
If you’re looking for high-quality gear, Cocktail Kingdom is where it’s at. I know it may seem on the pricer side, but you won’t regret getting these oh-so fine bartending tools. They feel great and have stellar designs. Main difference between this kit versus others, is that it includes a classy mixing glass. All stainless steel, my friends! Also available in gold and rose gold, if that’s more of what you’re into.
BULL IN CHINA’S SHAKEN COCKTAIL SET!
Starting things off with that one-stop-shop for people looking for the get the basic tools to start and/or enhance their home bar. Bull In China, known for creating their quality fine barware–has got the good stuff with this kit of a: Boston shaker, Hawthorne strainer, fine mesh strainer, and a 2:1 Bell double-sided jigger with internal measures (.25, .5, .75oz on the 1oz side, 1.5oz on the 2oz side) Gosh, I wish my first jigger had inside measures, that’s sweet.
BARILLIO BARTENDER TRAVEL BAG & KIT!
Barillio's waxed canvas bartender kit bag provides the storage, organization and portability necessary to successfully implement your bartending skills. The specially designed pockets, elastic loops and straps makes carrying your bar tools on-the-go as easy as it gets. And to finish things off, this bartender kit comes with all the bartending equipment you need for mixing delicious cocktails without fuss or mess.
BEX’S HOME BARTENDERS KIT??
Need help finding the right kit for you or want to make your own custom one? I can help! Whether you’re looking for a cocktail kit of gear, mixers, or just want help figuring things out–I got you! Let me know what you’re looking for and I’ll jump right on it.
I can either send you ideas or even create and ship to you!
BITTERS | SYRUPS | MIXERS
VARIETY 3-PACK:
ANGOSTURA, PEYCHAUDS, REGANS
These are must haves at your bar. The ultimate classics. Before getting anything else, get this pack. Okay, that’s all. Byeeee
SCRAPPY’S “THE NEW CLASSICS” MINI BITTERS SET!
This Ultimate Mini Set of New Classics & Essential Bitters contains Scrappy's unique approach to both bar mainstays and innovative flavors that will ensure you never get bored with your cocktails! Each set also includes recipe cards! Includes: Orange, Aromatic, Orleans, Firewater, Lavender, Chocolate, Cardamom & Black Lemon!
TIPPLEMAN’S SYRUPS!
Be still my heart. I’m so head-over-heels with Tippleman’s syrups. I can’t express the deliciousness of these flavors–they’ve really inspired me to create some incredible drinks. Doesn’t matter which direction you go in flavors–they will wow you (and whoever you may be mixing for). Sure, I may be going a bit overboard here–but honestly, a gift of a Tippleman’s bottle is love. And each drop will be savored. My recommendations: Ginger Honey and Double Spiced Falernum syrups! (Also, their branding is so delightful)
EL GUAPO BITTERS & SYRUPS!
El Guapo Bitters makes some of my faaaavorite bitters and syrups. Everything they do is delicious, small batch, locally sourced, and handmade with love from New Orleans, Louisiana. You can browse to see the goods and also pick and choose your own set. (Btw: I hiiighly recommend their Orgeat (it’s my all time favorite) and their Sweet Potato syrups)
BITTERMILK COCKTAIL MIXERS
Bittermilk makes delightful and unique cocktail mixers. “While bitterness is often a missing component of other overly sweet or sour pre-made mixers on the market, Bittermilk uniquely highlights the bittering agents used in each mixer. More than just bitters, each Bittermilk product is compounded using a bittering agent, along with sweet and acidic components to achieve a balanced cocktail. Handcrafted in Charleston, South Carolina, each Bittermilk cocktail mixer is made in house using real ingredients processed with unique culinary techniques like barrel-aging, charring, and smoking to create complex flavor profiles. Our small team ensures the best quality cocktail mixer, from the sourcing of ingredients to bottling.”
BITTERMEN’S BITTERS
This is a really rad set of bitters–super unique flavors that will add another element to your drinks:
ELEMAKULE TIKI BITTERS: A taste of the islands, these bitters work in tiki drinks as well as cocktails made with dark spirits. Primary flavors: cinnamon, ginger, clove, allspice
HOPPED GRAPEFRUIT BITTERS: The essence of grapefruit combined with the most noble of hops. Primary Flavors: Grapefruit, Hops
XOCOLATL MOLE BITTERS: Inspired by the classic Mole sauces of Mexico. Primary Flavors: Chocolate, Cinnamon, Spices
HELLFIRE HABANERO BITTERS: Hellfire is the perfect way to spice up your cocktail! The habanero spice is balanced with elderberries and elderflowers to create the world’s first hot sauce designed for cocktails
FEE BROTHER’S AZTEC CHOCOLATE BITTERS
Ancient Aztecs would celebrate with a bitter beverage made of cacao beans, peppers and spices. Tasting Notes: A blend of sweet chocolate, with a hint of heat and spice. A must-have for the creative bartender. Fee Brothers have been one of only two mainstays in the cocktail bitters world for over 100 continuous years. Opened in 1863, Fee Brothers of Rochester, New York, is in its fourth generation of manufacturing top quality bitters.
NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERY SPICED CHAI SYRUP
Nothing says holidays are here like the smell of baking spices in the air. Our newest in our line of exclusive syrups is our Spiced Chai.
Perfectly balaced flavors of Cinnamon, Ginger, Cardamom, Allspice and cloves blended over Orange Pekoe Tea with a hint of pepper will bring the holiday spirit out in just about any cocktail!
Napa Valley Distillery makes amazing spirits as well, that I highly recommend–along with many other syrups and shrubs!
DIY | SUBSCRIPTION BOXES | TRAVEL & MIXER KITS
FLAVIAR TASTING KITS!
For those who want to go on an explore tasting adventures, Flaviar's Tasting Boxes are divine. Pick between different bottle collections from a range of spirits. Their boxes also come with tasting notes, instructions on how to taste, as well as a selection of drinks. And let me just add, they are damn hilarious of a company, with great wit behind everything they do. These boxes are fun for spirit enthusiasts and also for party hosts. They're a great way to bring people together and they give your tastebuds something new.
Psst. Also, the names of their tasting bottles are hilarious. Examples? Well, all right. Collections like: Power Rangers (scotch), Art Is The New Black (other spirits), Or-Gins (gin), The Canadian Lot (Canadian whisk(e)y), Game of Rums (rum), etc. Well, I think it’s funny…
DIY ESPRESSO MARTINI KIT
Espresso Martinis, they’re so in right now. So. Here’s everything you need to make delicious, extravagantly flavored espresso martinis — just add vodka. This kit includes four different blends, each formulated to yield 12 ounces of luscious libation. Perfect for entertaining guests, or encouraging your guests to entertain themselves.
4 infusion cocktail blends: The Classic (coffee beans, instant coffee, cane sugar), The Cocoa (cocoa nibs, cocoa powder, coffee beans, instant coffee, cane sugar), The Vanilla (vanilla bean powder, coffee beans, instant coffee, cane sugar), The Carda-Martini (cardamom pods, cinnamon bark, coffee beans, instant coffee, cane sugar)
DIY WHISKEY KIT
Love whiskey? Getting tired of your go-to brand? Spice things up—literally—with this DIY kit, complete with nine botanicals for near-endless combinations to test out until you discover your new favorite flavor profile. It's got everything you need to get going—minus the booze—plus a set of stainless-steel whiskey cubes and some recipes to get you started before you get more adventurous with your concoctions.
DIY COCKTAIL AGING KIT
Here's how it works: Choose a cocktail or unaged liquor, pour it into the aging kit, wait about 10 days, then taste the transformation. The stave, made from charred white oak (the same kind of wood that bourbon barrels are made out of), imparts a woodsy richness to your drink. The passing time lets the existing flavors meld into a perfect harmony, and allows new ones to come to the surface.
Straight from the craftsmen at Black Swan Cooperage, this pair of charred honeycomb white oak barrel staves makes every flavor in your cocktail just a little smoother. Simply place one of your staves into the 375 ml vessel along with the pour of your choice, wait 8–10 days, and let the magic happen. Each stave can be used 4–6 times, with each subsequent use giving you a softer and subtler finish than the last.
W&P CARRY ON COCKTAIL KITS!
These are really fun little kits. Hand-crafted cocktails when you need it the most–enjoy on the plane, train, at the park, beach, in the hotel room or bring them to a party. Each kit travels with you wherever you go and fits in your pocket. Either gift them as is, or pair it with either a travel size bottle, or full sized bottle of liquor. Then, enjoy the look on their face when they open your amazing gift! So many cocktail kit options available (and bundles)!
(This will link out to Amazon - but you can also explore their website and check out custom kit options too!)
COCKTAIL COURIER
Explore and enjoy new cocktail creations every month. Each kit delivered to your door contains fresh and unique ingredients (including the alcohol). Learn new bartending skills, explore new ingredients, and impress your friends, family, and guests!
MOUTH COCKTAIL KITS!
Mouth Cocktail kits have a range of different kinds of cocktail kits for whatever kind of theme or liquor base you’re looking for. All boxes include everything expect alcohol and mixing tools (well, and ice obviously). You get nice sized bottles of syrups and other mixers - and leave you plenty leftover to make multiple rounds of cocktails!
BEX’S COCKTAIL KIT
Need help finding the right kit for you or want to make your own custom one? I can help! Whether you’re looking for a cocktail kit of gear, mixers, or just want help figuring things out–I got you! Let me know what you’re looking for and I’ll jump right on it.
I can either send you ideas or even create and ship to you!
