Bar inventory and equipment

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Bar equipment needs a careful, balanced choice. The properties of the tool used often determine the overall quality of the prepared drinks. The use of attractive, original dishes also allows you to emphasize the unique image of the institution.

In general, the work of a bartender requires special attention, as well as the availability of an efficiently organized space. Therefore, it is so important that all the necessary bar equipment, utensils and inventory are always at hand.

Inventory selection criteria

1. Professional status. High-quality inventory for the organization of the work of the bar should be distinguished by durability, a high level of reliability. Only professional types of bar equipment are convenient to use for a long time.
2. Design. In order for bar equipment to fit perfectly into the interior of the establishment, preference should be given to products designed in the same style. A set of bar fixtures should have a sophisticated, elegant look, as well as reflect the main idea of \u200b\u200bthe design of the bar.
3. Ease of use. Tools and utensils,used by the bartender should be easy to wash, clean and do not take up extra space behind the bar. Only in this case, barware, inventory will always be at hand at the right time.

Required inventory

What tools are included in the bartender's standard set? To perform professional duties, a bartender will need:

• shaker;
• measured jiggers;
• strainer;
• ice tongs;
• bar spoons;
• madler;
• all kinds of skewers, knives, tubes, other useful accessories.

Jigger

The jigger is nothing more than a specially designed measuring cup. Such a thing becomes simply irreplaceable when it is necessary to maintain proportions during the preparation of classic cocktails.

Jiggers are usually made of stainless steel. The jigger is divided into two metal cups. One of them has a standard volume of 1.5 ounces, or 44 ml. The second part of the jigger can have any arbitrary volume.

It is recommended to give preference to jiggers that have rounded edges. In this case, fluid leakage during transfusion can be minimized.

Strainer

When purchasing bar equipment and inventory, do not forget about buying a strainer. This tool is presented in the form of a special strainer, which is required duringmaking cocktails in a shaker.

The base of the strainer contains several functional protrusions, which adds stability to the tool when used on a shaker. A spring is stretched around the perimeter of such products. Its presence creates a kind of barrier in the way of cocktail components that should not end up in the client's glass. Among other things, with the help of a spring, the gap between the edges of the shaker and the strainer is adjusted. Most often, the strainer is used when it is necessary to retain ice, crushed fruits, vegetable components of cocktails.

Bar spoon

Such bar equipment is often called cocktail spoons. From ordinary canteens, the option for bars differs primarily in its impressive length. This feature is dictated by the need to mix cocktails in deep containers. Another practical use of the bar spoon is to measure the volume of liqueurs and syrups that are added to cocktails. The volume of the spoon itself is standard and is 5 ml.

The handles of most bar spoons are spiral-shaped. This not only increases the convenience of performing rotational movements, but also allows you to use the handle as a kind of chute for pouring cocktail components. When the liquid flows in a spiral, it lies as smoothly as possible on the previous layer.

Some bar spoons have a small fork on the back. With its help, it is convenient to get cherries, olives from containers, use other decorative elements of cocktails.

Shaker

A standard European version of a shaker consists of three components: a glass, a lid with a strainer, and a top cap. This bar is easy to use. To begin with, the necessary ingredients are placed in the shaker, which are hermetically sealed. To thoroughly mix the components of the cocktail, it is enough to shake the shaker for 10-15 seconds. This allows you to cool the cocktail well without allowing the ice to completely melt.

Professional, high-quality shakers are made exclusively from stainless steel, which allows the bartender to determine the temperature of the contents by hand. It is this option that will be optimal for a beginner, as it is the most convenient in everyday use and does not require special skills.

Mudler

Mudler looks like a regular pestle. It is mainly used for making mojitos. With the help of a muddler, it is convenient to crush the main components of a cocktail - lime and mint. However, some bartenders find use for the tool while preparing other popular cocktails.

Currently there are plastic and wooden muddlers on the market. Naturally, wood products are in higher demand due to their environmental friendliness, attractive appearance. However, wooden fixtures cannot be called durable, as they quickly become limp with regular contact with liquids.

Small accessories

Buy bar stock St. Petersburg offers as inspecialized stores, online stores, and in the St. Petersburg Association of Bartenders. However, the set will not be considered complete without the presence of small inventory, which includes all kinds of straws, cocktail decorations, zest knives, cutting boards, etc.

To complement the aesthetics of the bar, and all the tools at the same time were at hand, it is additionally advisable to use special drives for placing glasses, rubber mats, stacks for dishes.