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Feb 28, 2011
The Lush Chef's Home Bar
Since I've moved into my new apartment, I've been entertaining a lot more, and of course that means having a fully stocked bar to satisfy everyone's tastes, as well all these new recipes I'll be trying out!
Besides at least 2 bottles of red and white wine, and some beer, here's what every lush chef should have in their home bar to be prepared for impromptu dinner parties and recipe whims:
The Basics -
- Vodka
- Gin
- Whiskey, Bourbon & Scotch
- Brandy
- Rum (white and dark)
- Tequila and/or Mezcal
Flavored Liqueurs & Bitters -
- Sweet & Dry Vermouth
- Cointreau or Grand Marnier
- Angostura Bitters
- Peychaud's Bitters - a little harder to find, but this has more of a licorice flavor
Lush Chef Favorites:
- Bailey's Irish Cream
- Campari
- St. Germain (elderflower liqueur)
Mixers & Garnishes:
- Soda & Tonic Water
- Maraschino Cherries
- Large Green Olives
- Lemons, Limes & Oranges
- Juices
- Herbs - I have mint and basil in my little herb garden, so I'm always prepared
Equipment:
- Jigger - using one of these does not make you a bad bartender. In fact, all the good ones I've seen use these for consistent, quality cocktails.
- Cocktail Stirrer
- Cocktail Shaker
- Glasses - wine, champagne, martini, pilsner & highballs
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