Bar Accessories
Bar accessories for the home bar
The right bar accessories make it easier to measure, mix and serve cocktails at home. Start with the tools you need for your favourite drinks and add more equipment as your home bar develops.
Cocktail shaker or Boston shaker?
A cocktail shaker mixes and chills ingredients with ice. A classic shaker can consist of several parts and may include a built-in strainer, while a Boston shaker has two parts and is normally paired with a separate cocktail strainer.
Jiggers for measuring cocktails
A jigger is used to measure spirits, juice and other cocktail ingredients before they are added to the shaker or glass. This makes it easier to keep the proportions of a recipe consistent.
Cocktail strainers and filters
A cocktail strainer holds back ice and larger ingredients when a drink is poured into the glass. A finer filter can be used when you want to remove smaller pieces as well.
Muddlers for fruit and herbs
A muddler is used to gently press fruit, citrus and herbs when their flavour and aroma need to be released into a cocktail.
Ice for mixing and serving
Ice cube trays provide ice for both shaking and serving, while an ice bucket keeps additional ice close at hand when several drinks are being prepared.
Cocktail sets and the home bar
A cocktail set combines several tools in one set. Complete your setup with cocktail glasses and keep bottles and accessories together on a bar cart.
Many of the bar tools belong to the Rocks collection. You can also explore our wine accessories for wine and sparkling wine.
Frequently asked questions about bar accessories
What bar accessories do I need for cocktails?
A good basic setup includes a cocktail shaker, jigger and strainer. Depending on the drinks you make, you can add a muddler, ice bucket and other bar tools.
What is the difference between a cocktail shaker and a Boston shaker?
A classic cocktail shaker may consist of several parts and include a built-in strainer. A Boston shaker has two parts and is commonly used with a separate cocktail strainer.
What is a jigger used for?
A jigger is used to measure cocktail ingredients so that the proportions of the drink can be kept consistent.
What is a cocktail strainer used for?
A cocktail strainer holds back ice and larger ingredients when the finished drink is poured from the shaker into the glass.
What is a cocktail set?
A cocktail set combines several tools used for making drinks. The exact contents vary between sets.