LIBATION CREATION
SIP IN STYLE FROM THE COM- FORT OF YOUR OWN HOME WITH THESE BAR-CENTRIC PRODUCTS .
1 ) Incorporate “ REGARDING COCKTAILS ” — a book by legendary bartender Sasha Petraske — into your collection to assist with cocktail creation ; the text features 85 different drink recipes , both classic and modern drinks , with ingredients , measurements and preparations , alongside advice on setting up your home bar , from $ 30 , at Nuance . ( 949- 494-8833 ; nuance-home . com )
2 ) Elevate your cocktails with The Bitter Housewife ’ s BITTERS SAMPLER SET # 2 , which features bright flavors like grapefruit , cardamom and lime-coriander that are designed to pair with lighter spirits such as tequila , gin , vodka and rum , $ 19 , at Spigot Liquor . ( 949-494-0040 ; spigotliquor . com )
3 ) Rather than a bar cart , opt for BDI ’ s modern TANAMI 7120 BAR cabinet , which is the perfect piece for saving space while also keeping all of your liquor and tools organized thanks to side shelving , stemware racks , bottle slots and a hidden drawer , from $ 3,599 , with advance order at Modern Studio . ( 949- 376-0103 ; modernfurnishings . com )
4 ) The elegant KIRA TALL TUMBLER from Fleck is the perfect vessel for serving libations , adding a sense of style with handblown glass , a raised linear pattern and a delicate wave-inspired rim , $ 20 , at Abode by Garage Collective . ( 949-715- 0868 ; shopgaragecollectivelaguna . com )
BOTTOM RIGHT : COURTESY OF FLECK
5 ) This set of eight SIGNATURE BAR TOOLS WITH STAND & COCKTAIL SHAKER ensures you have everything you need to prepare high-quality drinks , including a cobbler ( three-part ) shaker , strainer , double-sided shot glass , bar spoon , muddler , bottle opener and ice tongs — plus a stand to hold it all , $ 229.95 , at Williams Sonoma , Newport Coast . ( 949-464-2168 ; williams-sonoma . com ) g
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