Seven wine varietals and five different food classes are highlighted for a broad selection of choices. Download a free printer friendly version on Facebook and store near your home's bar, wine cellar or kitchen for easy access.

"If a life of wine, women and song becomes too much, give up singing." ~ Anonymous

"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference."

... Robert Frost

But ... what if you don't or just want to explore?

Another alternative is the site map navigation outline which lists paths and brief descriptions to every page. A quick glance may immediately steer you in the right direction or spark a suggestion leading you to something you haven't been able to find or possibly didn't think of before. You'll find complete details along with tips and ideas for making your initial decision as well as enhancing your enjoyment once a bar is installed in your home.

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~ Leonardo da Vinci

Of course the design must be aesthetically pleasing and match your individual tastes. The overriding influence may be the coordination of your home's interior design to complement architectural features, room themes and other considerations.

Explore some of the factors which may guide your decision when selecting the top table surface style for home bars.

A man walks into a bar ... and says OUCH!

Its kind of strange that their popularity ever waned. You invite the family, friends and guests you want to spend time with instead of hoping the atmosphere is as expected at your nightclub destination. Not to mention livening up a room's decor and potentially adding to the value of your house.

Bartending at home can be as simple or complicated as you want. Get started with the essentials outlined here ... corkscrews, bar spoons, glassware and others are highlighted to begin with. Move on to other equipment like muddlers, shakers, strainers and a host of other accessories as you get more comfortable behind the bar.

Please, always drink responsibly.

"A bottle of wine contains more philosophy than all the books in the world" ~ Louis Pasteur

Optimists think the glass is half full ... pessimists see the glass as half empty ... rationalists believe the glass is twice as big as it need to be :)

While commonly mistaken for the Mexican Independence Day, September 16, it actually marks a victorious militia battle over the French army who were trying to force a debt collection in 1862. Many Americans have exaggerated its significance, whether it had any personal meaning or not, and have turned the holiday into a reason to celebrate. Why not join in and commemorate the day with some friends. Here's a version of this classic cocktail included with other popular mixed drink recipes on our site. Salted rim optional of course.

Marguerita (Margarita)
2 oz   tequila
2 tsp  orange liqueur
1 tbs  lime juice
lime wedges

Tending bar doesn't get any easier ... unless you count neat or 'on the rocks' as bartending :)

A priest, a rabbi and a blonde walk into a bar ... Bartender looks at them and asks "Is this a joke?"

We tried to have our logo tell a story rather than be a symbol or just letters like so many others. Also wanted a cartoonish sort of look. How'd we do?

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Interior design choices, bar top selection, bar stool sizing requirements and more will guide you through the decision making process. Once determined, entertaining and maintenance aspects including bartending tools, wine and food pairing suggestions, stocking home bars, popular cocktail recipes, wood furniture care and others are covered.

We would be happy to answer any questions. Please let us know how we can help.

See something not offered as standard? Special Requests Are Welcomed!

Can you visualize a boat bar moored in your home? The following quote does not apply ...

"A ship in harbor is safe ... but that is not what ships are built for." ~ John A. Shedd

He has made reference to a number of possible solutions. So how does he get them out of there?

"Never apologize, it's a sign of weakness." ~ Leroy Jethro Gibbs

The Mojito pictured above displays the luck of the Irish colors by being mixed with mint sprigs and lime wedges. Put some green food coloring on your bar's stock up list and add to your other beverages which aren't naturally green.

"Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house unless they have a well stocked bar." ~ W.C. Fields

The inclined wire wine rack shown tilts bottles up at slight angle during storage. Newer research suggests advantages over storing in a horizontal position.

"I made wine out of raisins so I wouldn't have to wait for it to age :) " ~ Steven Wright

A smile is a curve that sets everything straight ~ Anonymous

"A nickel ain't worth a dime anymore." ~ Yogi Berra

A paving contractor walks into a bar with a piece of asphalt. "I'll have a beer", he says to the bartender, "and one for the road."

Thanks for all the suggestions. Have a look around and give us your feedback.

"It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues." ~ Abraham Lincoln