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Essentials for a home cocktail bar
Tips from Cocktail Guru Jonathan Pogash
Updated: Wednesday, 22 Feb 2012, 11:12 AM EST
Published : Wednesday, 22 Feb 2012, 11:12 AM EST
(WPRI) - Have you ever wanted to make top quality cocktails at home? Wednesday's Providence Journal spotlights one mixologist who is the master of drink making.
The Cocktail Guru, Jonathan Pogash , joined The Rhode Show with his essentials for building a home bar.
Essential Liquor:
- Vodka
- Rum
- Gin
- Tequila/Mezcal
- Cognac and/or brandy
- Whisk(e)y (bourbon, rye, scotch, irish...)
- Red/White Wine
- Vermouths
- Mixing liqueurs (orange, chambord, limoncello, etc.)
- Sparkling wine (prosecco, champagne)
Essential Mixers:
- Good quality sodas
- Fresh juices (lime, lemon, orange, grapefruit)
- Fresh herbs (mint, etc.)
- Fresh garnishes
- Olives/Onions/Cherries
Essential Tools:
- Boston shaker (mixing glass and mixing tin)
- Hawthorne and Julep strainer
- Jiggers
- Muddler
- Barspoon
- Pitchers
- Punch bowl/ladle
- Good ice
Essential Glassware:
- Martini
- Highball
- Rocks
- Champagne flute
- Wine
Essential Books:
- Mr Boston 75th Anniversary Edition (edited by Jonathan Pogash)
Opinions expressed by guests on this program are solely those of the guest(s) and are not endorsed by this television station.
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