Nothing is more exciting than being able to bring the drinking experience home to your very own built-in bar. After you’ve spent some time and money installing the home bar of your dreams, how do you actually turn those fancy bottles of booze into cocktails that you and the whole gang can enjoy? We’ve compiled a list of our top 10 most useful beverage tools that you can use to enhance your home bar experience.
Our team at SC Beverage provides the very finest in-home beer systems, bringing a professional touch to your built-in bar. From power packs to beer pumps, and smaller drink-mixing tools, there are a number of things you might need to get started.
Take a look at some useful at-home beverage tools!
1. Measuring Cups
We’re starting with the very basics of beer mixing necessities. You may already have some decent measuring cups at home in your kitchen, but it might be worth investing in a new set just for your drink mixing needs.
2. Ice Cube Mold
Do you prefer your drinks on the rocks? A giant ice cube mold is perfect for having ready-made ice that you can plop into a cocktail glass. Most people prefer one giant ice cube instead of a bunch of little ones since it creates less of a sloshy mess. Molds are cheap, so you can choose whichever kind suits your fancy. This is among the easiest beverage tools at home you can invest in.
3. Bar Spoons
Bar spoons aren’t just any old spoons. Liquor.com defines a bar spoon as a necessary beverage tool for mixing your drinks. It’s very long, with a twisted handle, so you can easily swirl the liquid around without making a mess.
4. Shaking Glass
The only way to enjoy a purely mixed drink? Shake it up! Shaking glasses are quintessential for cocktail-making, and Boston shakers can really give your in-home bar a professional appearance. If anything, you’ll be sure to impress your friends!
5. Beer Faucets and Pumps
If you’re serious about your beers, you need a built-in beer system that can keep your draughts fresh and your taps fresher. Our custom beer systems are equipped with essential components of beer dispensing which include:
- Power packs
- Faucets
- Pumps and regulators
- Empty keg detector units
- Modular bars
- Coolers and refrigeration areas
Don’t try to build your own bar without this innovative system. You’ll never have to visit an outside bar again!
6. Juice Pressers
Those who prefer to get fancy with their beers and cocktails will likely want their drinks topped off with some citrus juice. While juicing lemons and limes is typically a messy experience, you can reduce the hassle with a hand press. That way you can squeeze citrus on the go without having to go through the whole peel and twist process.
7. Peeler
When you do have to peel your fruit for cocktails with a twist, a hand peeler will do the trick. Not only are they incredibly cheap, but they’re incredibly useful beverage tools too. Bartenders and chefs alike prefer cheap peelers because they can so easily take tiny amounts of skin off of the fruit of your choice.
8. Strainer
Mixologists often complain about fruit seeds and other chunks of solids getting into the cocktail glass. A bar strainer can help you make the perfect drink with nothing but liquids, just the way it should be.
9. Ice Maker
Ice molds and trays work just fine, but if you’re interested in taking your drink mixing skills to the next level, you’re going to want to invest in some ice-making equipment. Professional ice makers are the best way for you to control the shape and size of the cube you want. And thankfully, SC Beverage specializes in products just like this.
10. Wood Muddlers
Muddlers are essential for mashing, smashing, and mixing certain ingredients you might put in your drink. Metal muddlers get cold after working with ice for so long, and the last thing you want to do is numb your hands. That’s why we recommend wooden muddlers that do the job even better.
Get Your Personalized Bar Setup Today!
At SC Beverage, we specialize in all things drink production. Whether you’re interested in hosting a full beer tap in your home, or you want to set up a professional bar and mix the best cocktails you know of, we can supply you with the products and machines necessary to keep everything running smoothly. To learn more about how you can get started, contact us online or call us at (562) 463-8918 to speak with us.
