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Bar Essentials

how to stock the barcanada (Dec.31.09)

   


From what to buy and how much - we're making sure our bar is stocked and ready for our next party with some expert help.

Buying Guidelines
Per 10 guests: one bottle of red wine, one bottle of white wine, a case of beer and one bottle of spirits (Note: A 750 ml bottle of wine pours 4-6 glasses and a bottle of liquor pours approximately 25 drinks.)

Expert Tip: Make sure there are plenty of non-alcoholic options for drivers, and offer water between cocktails to your drinkers (they’ll thank you for it in the morning).

Bar Essentials
  • Vodka
  • Rum
  • Whisky
  • Gin
  • Brandy
  • Champagne/Sparkling Wine (for bellinis and mimosas)
  • Liqueurs (two types, such as Grand Marnier and Baileys)
  • Vermouth (for martinis)
  • Red and White Wine
  • Beer
The Perfect Mixers
  • Club Soda
  • Cola
  • Diet Cola
  • Ginger Ale
  • Lemon-Lime Soda
  • Tonic
  • Flat and Sparkling Water
  • Orange Juice
  • Cranberry Juice
  • Clamato
Tip: Bottle green cordials are great for flavour (they’re non-alcoholic, inexpensive, delicious and excellent value for money).

Garnished to Impress
  • Fresh Citrus: lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit slices (use for juicing, not just for garnish)
  • Gourmet Stuffed Olives: for martinis
  • Crushed-up Candy Canes, Celery Salt and Sugar: to use as a glass rimmers
Other Essentials
Lots of ice (about 1lb/person), ice bucket and tongs, and a wine and bottle opener

Print the PDF version of our list to make sure you're always stocked up. Click here!

Gavin has worked all over the world from London to Singapore, with hundreds of restaurant and bar concepts. He has been featured in music videos, on the Travel Channel, A&E, City TV's Breakfast Television, E! Entertainment Television, The Toronto Sun, Metro News, Bar and Beverage, and many more. He is one of the founding members of BartenderOne.



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