Become Your Very Own MixMeister – Your Guide to the Home Bar

Do you dream of making cocktails at home and becoming your very own MixMeister?
With the right bar equipment, quality ingredients, and proper glassware, you can create drinks that impress both yourself and your guests. This guide helps you get started building a home bar with professional equipment from BarGear.

Start with the right bar equipment

Good equipment is the foundation of any great cocktail. You don’t need to be a professional bartender—but you do need tools that are easy to use and deliver precise results.

Must-have equipment for the home bar

• Boston Shaker – perfect for everything from a Margarita to an Espresso Martini

• Jigger (measuring cup) – ensures precise measurements for every drink

• Bar Spoon – essential for classics like the Martini and Negroni

• Strainer – filters out ice and fruit pulp

• Muddler – ideal for Mojitos and smash cocktails

Pro tip: Start with a basic set and build your home bar gradually.

Don’t forget the right cocktail glasses

The glass plays a major role in both presentation and taste. It’s not just about aesthetics—shape and size affect aroma and mouthfeel.

Which glasses for which drinks?

• Mojito → Highball glass

• Whiskey Sour → Lowball / rocks glass

• Espresso Martini → Coupe or martini glass

• Gin & Tonic → Large balloon glass or highball

No matter the drink, you’ll find the right glassware at BarGear.

Syrups and mixers – the secret to great flavor

The quality of a cocktail often depends on the syrup and mixer you use. Choose professional brands like 1883, Monin, Rioba, or Bardinet.

Popular syrups for the home bar

• Vanilla – perfect for coffee and cocktails

• Passion fruit – for Pornstar Martinis and tropical drinks

• Grenadine – for Tequila Sunrise and mocktails

• Ginger syrup – for Moscow Mules and crisp drinks

• Lime cordial – for Gimlets and classic cocktails

Tip: Use fresh citrus and quality ice for a noticeably better result.

Create the right atmosphere in your home bar

A great cocktail isn’t just about the recipe—the atmosphere makes all the difference.

You can, for example:

• Garnish with fresh citrus, mint, and berries

• Use decorative glassware and colored ice

• Set up a small home bar on a shelf or bar cart

• Put on music and turn it into an experience

Ready to become a MixMeister?

At BarGear, we’ve gathered everything you need to get started—or to take your home bar game to the next level. Explore our selection of:

• Bar equipment

• Cocktail glassware

• Syrups & mixers

• Drink bundles and starter sets

Get your home bar ready—and become your own MixMeister today! 🍸