Going out for drinks is a great idea at times. But, entertaining at home can be equally enjoyable, especially if you have a home bar stocked with all the right accessories.
There is of course a knack for making the perfect Manhattan or pouring the best Negroni. However, you don’t need to be a mixologist to pick up the skills to serve a great drink. Simply creating a bar setup at home and having the right home bar essentials, like quality glassware and liquor, should suffice.
Here are some home bar ideas and a décor inspiration to help you create the perfect entertaining space in the heart of your home.
What Do I Need to Start a Home Bar?
It's a common misconception that larger is always better when it comes to home bar design. However, in reality, many of the most stylish bar ideas for home tend to be more subtle. But actually many of the most stylish bar ideas for home are far more subtle.
Consider the sophisticated design of high-end hotel wet bars, which are often highlighted as a feature of the hotel room or suite. These spaces are specifically designed to provide the perfect place to prepare sunset drinks or after-dinner aperitifs.
Wet bars share similarities with modern home bar designs. They tend to be compact and are often on top of an armoire, side table or cabinet. While some include sinks, many simply feature displays of beautiful decanters, cocktail glasses, wine coolers, or a mini fridge, adding an air of class and sophistication to the room.
You have learned that a small home bar can add 'an air of refinement and taste to a space. Now, here's a rundown of what the best mini bar for home should contain:
Cocktail Glasses
No bar for home would be complete without a couple of chic, tall-stemmed coupe or martini glasses. Cocktail glasses have been, are, and will continue to be used for years to come... NUDE cocktail glasses are ideal for both cocktails and mocktails. Glassware
The best bar set for home includes a full range of quality glassware, including whisky glasses, , and for serving drinks.
Wine Cooler
Champagne, prosecco, and crisp white wines all taste better chilled, making a wine cooler an essential addition to a well-stocked home bar. The best contemporary wine coolers are of timeless design, such as NUDE Glass wine coolers. They are made from clear crystalline glass and the perfect size to hold enough ice to chill a bottle to the ideal temperature.
Shaker
Let your inner mixologist add a cocktail shaker to your home bar design. Shakers have come a long way from the familiar silver retro designs. NUDE Hepburn shaker crafted from lead-free crystal, and complete with a metal top featuring a highly polished copper finish, adding a contemporary twist to this classic home barware.
Decanters & Carafes
If one drinkware item is to make a statement a statement in a home bar design, it is a beautiful decanter or carafe, perhaps with matching glasses. NUDE decanters are formed using lead-free crystal and come in vintage or contemporary designs. These graceful decanters and carafes are timeless and suggest taste and elegance.
Stirrer & Mixing Glass
Whether creating a professional or pull-up bar for home, a practical stirrer is a vital accessory. While it may be tempting to use a long-handled spoon, choosing a stylish mixing glass such as Hepburn Mixing Glass with Metal Stirrer can impress your guests.
Ice Bucket
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Cutting Board
A cutting board is essential for preparing fruit segments, lemon wedges, sprigs of mint, rosemary, and citrus peel twists to adorn the top of drinks. You need to make sure to include serveware for prepared fruits and cocktail essentials in your home bar.
Mini Fridge (Minibar)
To create the ultimate bar at home, the addition of a mini fridge to store ice and spirits also chilling wine is an excellent idea.
A Bar
To add personality to your bar setup for home, a designated bar or serving station can do the trick. Top it with natural stone or wood and add a couple of bar stools. Present some fine NUDE glassware and home bar accessories to create the perfect space for entertainment.
How Much Does It Cost to Set Up a Home Bar?
The cost of any home design project will always vary.
Each home is unique. The cost of setting up your home bar decorations depends on your home bar concept, your choice of home bar accessories, and the type of glassware you stock your bar with.
How Do You Build a Home Bar from Scratch?
Depending on your preference, space, and budget, a bar setup can be as large or as small as you wish.
The idea of a home bar first became popular in 1940s America, when entertaining at home became popular. A minibar for home was seen as the epitome of sophistication and the perfect space to have friends over to Jazz music. Over time, elegant minibar carts, dedicated drinks cabinets, bar trolleys, and chic drinks tables have become popular and adorn the sitting rooms of many homes.
Today, many newly built properties come with home bars or drink stations. Alternatively, you can easily create one from scratch using a dresser, side table, or attractive cabinet. What makes the space work is the home bar accessories, glassware and drinks you choose to display.
How Do I Set Up a Bar at Home for a Party?
Creating the right mood for guests is vital if you want to throw a party. First, you need to determine the theme of your gathering. Once you have a theme in mind, the rest is up to your imagination and creativity.
Whether it's a party to celebrate a birthday, a special occasion, or simply a girl's night, inviting friends and family over for the evening, setting the right tone can make all the difference.
Work with the theme for example, if it is a Christmas party, stock festive drinks like brandy, whisky, and Baileys, and use complimenting glassware. If it is a birthday, brighten the occasion with fun cocktails served in martini glasses, or chill some bubbly in an ice-filled wine cooler before your guests arrive.
What Accessories Do I Need in My Home Bar?
You have already created all the home bar essentials to get started, but to elevate the concept, you can focus on some little details. You can add some seasonal flowers in a stylish vase, create warmth and atmosphere by adding candles, and some chic ashtrays... You can even give your home bar a name and get a sign made to add extra charm.
If you're setting up a professional or home bar and seeking inspiration, explore the NUDE Glass drinkware collections for innovative, timeless designs that reimagine classic barware, offering premium quality pieces perfect for both use and display for years to come.
