The practical bartender's handbook
MAKE BETTER DRINKS.
Learn the measurements, tools, glassware, techniques and classic cocktails that make bartending easier — whether you're mixing at home or learning your way around a bar.
Learn the bar
Your bartending reference
Simple answers. No unnecessary jargon.
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Bartending Basics
The fundamentals every home bartender should know.
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Quick Reference
Measurements & Conversions
Ounces, milliliters, tablespoons, teaspoons and common bar measures.
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Know Your Glass
Glassware Guide
Rocks, highball, coupe, Collins, flute and more.
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Build Better Drinks
Mixing Techniques
When to shake, stir, build, muddle, strain and blend.
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Set Up Your Bar
Essential Bar Tools
The practical tools that make mixing easier and more consistent.
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Know the Bottle
Spirits & Liqueurs
A straightforward guide to common base spirits and modifiers.
Quick reference
Common measures
1½ ozCommon U.S. shot
1 oz2 tablespoons
½ oz1 tablespoon
30 mlAbout 1 U.S. fl oz