In a bar most bartenders’ rail will contain the following spirits:
Scotch Whiskey
Rye
Whiskey
Vodka
Light Rum
Dark Rum
Grenadine
Lemon Juice
If you are planning a shooter party you need to familiarize yourself with
the drink ingredients. Ultimately taste and price will dictate what you serve.
Cocktails are many and varied. It is a good idea to buy one bottle per pay of
extra liquor. This means you get to experiment. One week you may buy Galliano.
All you need is a shot of vodka, orange juice and a splash of Galliano and you
have made a Harvey Wallbanger. Research recipes and have fun.
Supporting Liquids
All bars should be stocked with the following:
Club Soda
Tonic Water
Light and Dark Sodas
A variety of juices. Again
this will be dictated by taste. Experiment. You might think your a big
Bloody Mary fan when in fact cranberry and white wine steal your heart in
a delicious spritzer.
Milk or Heavy cream. Good
idea to buy this the day of the party to ensure freshness.
An Absolute Must Have For Your Bar
Every bar that doesn't have a professional bartender should have a drink
book that is easy to understand. It is a bartender's lot in Life to create
beautiful drinks responsibly. Make sure your guests enjoy your bar over and
over again. Knowing how to make drinks also gives you the knowledge of how much
your guests have had to drink. Make sure that no one leaves your home impaired.