Whether you’re a home bartender shaking up cocktails for friends, a professional behind the bar crafting signature drinks, or someone just starting to explore the world of spirits, liqueurs, garnishes, and glassware—Bartending Stuff is your ultimate guide. We bring you everything you need to pour with confidence, impress guests, and elevate every occasion.
From classic recipes that never go out of style to the hottest 2026 cocktail trends, bar tools, spirit education, technique tutorials, bar setup ideas, and pro tips—we’ve got you covered.
What You’ll Find Here
- Cocktail Recipes Timeless classics (Old Fashioned, Martini, Margarita, Negroni, Mojito, Daiquiri) + modern twists (espresso martini riffs, low-ABV spritzes, zero-proof options, seasonal creations, and barrel-aged experiments).
- Bartending Techniques Shaking vs stirring, muddling mastery, perfect ice control, flaming techniques, layering, batching cocktails, foam science, garnishing like a pro, and advanced skills (throwing, free-pouring, smoke infusion).
- Bar Tools & Gear Must-have essentials: Boston shaker, Hawthorne strainer, jigger, bar spoon, muddler, citrus juicer, peeler, ice molds, coupe, rocks, highball, Nick & Nora glasses, and premium picks (Yamazaki, Cocktail Kingdom, True Cubes, etc.).
- Spirits & Ingredients Deep dives into whiskey, gin, rum, tequila, mezcal, vodka, amari, vermouth, bitters, liqueurs, syrups, and fresh produce. Reviews of 2026’s top bottles, budget vs premium, and tasting notes.
- Home Bar Setup Budget-friendly starter bars, stylish home bar carts, lighting ideas, bottle organization, ice programs, speed rails, and creating a professional vibe in your kitchen or basement.
- Trends & News What’s hot in 2026: sustainable spirits, non-alcoholic cocktails, low-sugar mixers, global ingredients (yuzu, pisco, sotol), barrel-aged cocktails, and the rise of craft bars.
- Tips & Tricks Balancing sweet/bitter/sour, building layered drinks, batching for parties, dealing with hangovers, responsible serving, flair bartending basics, and how to read a guest’s taste.
Whether you’re mixing your first Negroni, prepping for a home cocktail party, studying for your bartending certification, or running a busy bar shift—we’re here to help you pour better, faster, and with more flair.
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