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Submitted by: Dave Rokiki
No question that this is going to be expensive, but there are some things you can do to try to keep the cost more moderate. You might begin by stocking only the basic liquors. And, in any case, you do not need to purchase the premium brands at their whopping premium prices. If you really like them though, purchase enough for you and perhaps the one or two guests that can tell the difference, most people can t tell the difference between a twenty dollar bottle of scotch and two hundred dollar bottle of scotch. The truth of the matter is that most don t care.
Basic Liquors
These are a must to have in any home bar. With them, you can mix many a fine drink and they are the basis of most mixed drinks, cocktails, and shots.
Vodka
Gin
Rum
Whiskey
Tequila
These will go fast so stock a few bottles of each in reserve.
Beyond Basic Liquors
These are not absolutely essential to have on hand, but some of your guests may well ask for them. They also afford you a wider variety of drinks and shots that you are able to serve.
Scotch
Brandy
Cognac
Irish Whiskey
Jagermeister
Rumplemintz
Should you not be a scotch or cognac drinker you can steer clear of the high priced brands. Trying to stock high end scotch is a difficult task if you do not know what you’re looking at and can also get very expensive. Guests that drink high end liquor know what it costs and will forgive you if it is missing from behind your home bar.
Liqueurs and Cordials
Blue Curacao
Midori
Cointreau
Grand Marnier
Triple Sec
Kahlua
Bailey s Irish Cream
Peach Tree
Puckers
Amaretto
Chambord
Frangellico
Cr me de Menthe
Cr me de Cacao
Anisette
Vermouth
Most of these can be found for less under the brand name of Mr. Boston. The great thing about stocking all of these liqueurs is the large number of different drinks that can be mixed with them. Since only a small amount is used for each drink, they should last a long time.
Non-alcoholic Drinks and Mixers
Grenadine
Sour Mix
Lime juice
Cola
Diet Cola
Red Bull
Orange juice
Pineapple juice
Cranberry juice
Grapefruit juice
Tomato juice
Sprite or 7up
Soda
Tonic
Ginger Ale
Cream
Milk
Don t buy the huge cans of juice, stick with the 8oz size. You will find them to last longer without spoilage. Obviously, if you are going to throw a big shindig, then buy enough for that. Milk and cream cannot be stored, so purchase them as needed and in small sizes.
Garnishes and Condiments
Cherries
Olives
Cocktail onions
Bitters
Worcester sauce
Tabasco sauce
Salt
Pepper
Lemons
Sugar
Limes
Oranges
Picks and stirs
Most of these can be stored for long periods in either the refrigerator or on a shelf or cabinet behind the bar. The fresh fruits will have to be replenished as used.
Okay, now you are properly stocked. Time to throw a party and show off your fine bar and your fine bartending skills.
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