8 Bar Tools You'll Actually Use

There’s nothing quite like visiting a high-end cocktail bar where the bartenders mix outstanding drinks with confidence, the lights are low, and the playlist is always just right. But even with perfect ambience, a solid cocktail experience isn’t complete without an expertly prepared drink. Regardless of your prowess, you too can recreate the classics at home using only a few key tools that will make all the difference. Every single one of these tools sits upon my bar at home, making a weekday happy hour even better knowing that I’ll be sipping a top-notch cocktail from the comforts of my couch.

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