THE EQUIPMENT. THE CRAFT. THE DETAILS.
Good drinks start
with the right tools.
Get to know your bar tools. Choose a useful kit. Learn the techniques that make every piece earn its place.
GET TO KNOW YOUR KIT
Small tools. Big differences.
Cocktail Shakers Explained
Understand Boston, Cobbler and French shakers, and choose a format that fits the way you make drinks.
02Jiggers and Cocktail Measures
Choose readable measurements and make repeatable drinks with a jigger that matches your recipes.
03Cocktail Strainers Explained
Learn what Hawthorne, Julep and fine strainers do and how to match them to your mixing vessel.
04Bar Spoons and Stirrers
Find a comfortable spoon for mixing, layering and working in a tall vessel.
05Mixing Glasses and Stirring Vessels
Choose a stable vessel with enough space for ingredients, ice and a controlled stir.
06Muddlers for Herbs and Fruit
Choose a muddler with the right reach and head shape, and avoid turning delicate herbs into pulp.
START SIMPLE
Your first bar kit,
without the guesswork.
Buy for the drinks you make. Start with a readable measure, a reliable shaker and a strainer that fits. Add the extras when you need them.
Read the beginner guide ↗PUT YOUR TOOLS TO WORK
Learn the essentials.
How to Shake a Cocktail
A straightforward routine for preparing, sealing, shaking and straining without unnecessary flourishes.
TechniquesHow to Stir a Cocktail
Use a stable vessel, a comfortable spoon and a repeatable method for a controlled stirred drink.
TechniquesHow to Double Strain a Cocktail
Use a primary strainer and fine mesh together when a drink needs a cleaner texture.
A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING
A better bar starts with a clear counter.
Organise the tools you use, keep ice within reach and make cleaning part of the routine.
Plan your home bar →Use, recipes and care
Tool Use and Techniques
Learn the purpose of each tool and the correct way to measure, shake, stir, strain and muddle.
Cocktails and Tools
Match the equipment to the drink, then explore practical alternatives for a home kitchen.
Bar Tool Care and Storage
Find the right cleaning and storage routine for stainless steel, decorative finishes and wood.
Make your own bar tools
Explore DIY Bar Tools: choose wood for a turned muddler or calculate a perforated strainer prototype.