Help me stock my new bar

[Rambo]

Alright, I know this has been done before, but its been a while and I thought we could use an update. I need your recommendations on all spirits and mixers that I'm missing or you think I should have. Also, I could use some good ideas on where to get cheap glasses (martini, highball, etc.) to make drinks in and any good online sources for barware. Lastly, a good book or two with recipes and drink making instructions. Here's what I've got so far:

The Kirkland stuff will be saved for the visiting pesantry.

 

[mm84321]

Not a fan of Tanqueray?

 

[Ambulance Chaser]

This is a very personalized collection. I'm guessing that you drink most liquor straight rather than in cocktails. Are you looking for additions that will appeal to you or to guests? If it's the latter, I recommend the following:

Sweet and dry vermouth (for martinis and manhattans)
Cointreau/Combier (pretty much a staple in most sours)
Silver rum (for dacquiris)
Silver tequila (for margaritas)
Maraschino liqueur (the creme de violette is looking lonely)
A nice blended scotch (for lesser friends)
Brandy/cognac (can't live w/o sidecars)
Campari (acquired taste that I love)
Regan's orange bitters (adds a nice punch to martinis)

 

[Rambo]

10's not bad. Regular blows.

 

[Rambo]

Originally Posted by Ambulance Chaser

This is a very personalized collection. I'm guessing that you drink most liquor straight rather than in cocktails. Are you looking for additions that will appeal to you or to guests? If it's the latter, I recommend the following: Sweet and dry vermouth (for martinis and manhattans) Cointreau/Combier (pretty much a staple in most sours) Silver rum (for dacquiris) Silver tequila (for margaritas) Maraschino liqueur (the creme de violette is looking lonely) A nice blended scotch (for lesser friends) Brandy/cognac (can't live w/o sidecars) Campari (acquired taste that I love) Regan's orange bitters (adds a nice punch to martinis)
I'm actually hoping to be doing quite a number of cocktails. Note the Creme de Violette (Hi Huntsman!) so I can make Avations. I've also got to get Chartreuse and Maraschino Liquor so I can make a The Last Word. I was already planning on the Cointreau, JW Black, and Campari. Could definitely use recommendations on the rest of your list. I also need a few good tequilas (blanco, reposado, and anjejo) and any other things you (or anyone else) thinks I might have missed.

 

[Gus]

What no blanca tequilia? Don Julio on sale is the most amazing value IMO.

I like your choice of Plymouth gin. Maybe the best tasting and best value out there.

 

[Gus]

How about a white rum for Mojito's? Summer is right around the corner....

I think any white rum will be fine for that.

 

[DerekS]

every bar needs jack daniels.

GREAT choice on the hendricks. My favorite gin.

 

[HgaleK]

Broken record here, but you might want to try a bottle of Gran Centenario. They dropped the price considerably. At $25 I can't think of a better bottle of tequila for the dollar (hopefully someone will stop by and correct me- needing some variation here).

 

[Gus]

Originally Posted by HgaleK

Broken record here, but you might want to try a bottle of Gran Centenario. They dropped the price considerably. At $25 I can't think of a better bottle of tequila for the dollar (hopefully someone will stop by and correct me- needing some variation here).

+1, You are right. Excellent suggestion for a blanca or reposado.

 

[OakCreekHitter]

Chivas!

 

[ama]

You need an unpeated scotch.

 

[Rambo]

Originally Posted by pocketsquareguy

How about a white rum for Mojito's? Summer is right around the corner.... I think any white rum will be fine for that.
I was hoping for some recommendations. 10 Cane isn't bad but there has to be something better out there.

Originally Posted by DerekS

every bar needs jack daniels.

GREAT choice on the hendricks. My favorite gin.
I was thinking about some Jack but then I'd never drink it and it would only be around for girls who like Jack and Coke's.

Originally Posted by HgaleK

Broken record here, but you might want to try a bottle of Gran Centenario. They dropped the price considerably. At $25 I can't think of a better bottle of tequila for the dollar (hopefully someone will stop by and correct me- needing some variation here).
Blanco, Reposado, or Anjejo? I assume Blanco given the price, but I want to make sure.

Originally Posted by OakCreekHitter

Chivas!
Oh hell no!

Originally Posted by ama

You need an unpeated scotch.
Recommendation?

 

[Rambo]

Just stopped by the liquor store and bought Maraschino liquor and Chartreuse. **** that Chartreuse is expensive. Huntsman that Last Word better be a kick ass drink!

 

[ama]

Originally Posted by Rambo

Recommendation?

Price range?