Whether you’re venting your inner Tom Cruise over a cocktail or just looking to add sophistication to your living space, we know one thing is true: no home is complete without a well-stocked bar cart.
And, no, a few dusty bottles left over from past parties are no good. We’re talking about a custom arsenal with all .css-umdwtv{-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-thickness:.0625rem;text-decoration-color:#FF3A30 ;text-underline- offset:0.25rem;color:inherit;-webkit-transition:background 0.4s;transition:background 0.4s;background:linear-gradient(#ffffff, #ffffff 50%, #d5dbe3 50%, #d5dbe3 );- webkit- background-size: 100% 200% background-size: 100% 200%;}.css-umdwtv: hover {color: #000000; text-decoration-color: border-link-body-hover; -webkit- background-position:100% 100%;background-position:100% 100%;} You will need equipment and VIP glassware to shake and stir whatever drink you want.
Enter: Esquire Bar Cart, comprehensive editors selected by a panel of the most discerning wine and spirits experts. They tried over 750 products to find leaders in each category; each bottle listed has a seal of approval.
Just like a capsule wardrobe, you need to make sure it has the bare essentials: a good dry gin, vodka, tequila, single malt whiskey, rum, vermouth and a must-have summer aperitif. Just one bottle of whiskey can open up a whole world of whiskey-based cocktails, from sazerac to sour.
From there, we recommend trying more niche, trendy spirits like Japanese whiskey, Irish whiskey, mezcal, sake, or flavored vodka. It goes without saying that you should always have a chilled bottle of rosé, party champagne and stouts on hand, as well as non-alcoholic alternatives.
It’s hard to believe there was a time when a gin was reserved for visiting grandparents in velvet and cashmere. Today’s market is filled with exciting new products, so your bar cart deserves the very best.
Our panel has tested over 100 gins, from classic London dry gins to flowery gins, to come up with the top 27 for 2023.
thirsty? We think so. Jump to Esquire’s guide on how to (correctly) drink rum, the history of rum, and our selection of the best bottles for your bar cart.
Whether it’s sip, sip, or swirl and add to a citrus drink, tequila is all the rage right now. No, this is not just spicy talk.
From blanco to reposado to añejo, discover Mexico’s most popular spirits and shop our 18 expert-approved wines for 2023.
The tequila boom is indeed taking root, but the mezcal sisters are just getting started.
Whether you want to try it or add something a little more sophisticated to your bar cart, here are our top picks for 2023.
There has never been a better time to be a Scotch whiskey lover, with over 138 distilleries generating £4.5bn in revenue in 2021 alone. Of course, this makes it difficult to choose the right bottle. But after tasting over 40 varieties, this perfume topped the list.
Discover the nuances of the best Scotch whiskeys with Esquire’s Guide to Single Malt Scotch Whiskey, including 25 of our must-try whiskeys.
First introduced by Suntory in the 1920s, Japanese whiskey is now in its heyday. In terms of taste, these whiskeys tend to strike the perfect balance between Lowland and Speyside styles, with hints of smoke and a smooth honey sweetness.
For an expert crash course on Asia’s most coveted spirits, click through to our guide to the best Japanese whiskeys.
Favored for its light style and unrivaled smoothness, Irish Whiskey is a versatile drink worth knowing. Covering sweet, floral and fruity flavors, it will bring a new dimension to any classic whiskey cocktail.
Ready to add a pint of Emerald Isle to your bar cart? Read our list of the best Irish whiskeys of 2023, including helpful tips on the different styles and how best to drink them.
When it comes to making classic cocktails – we’re talking Manhattans, Negronis, Martinis, etc. – a bottle of good vermouth is a must.
Ready to plunge into the world of absinthe? Check here to read our expert roundups of the best white, red and rosé vermouths of 2023.
A staple for any discerning bartender, there’s more to this key spirit than meets the eye. Invest in a premium bottle and you’ll reap the rewards, from regenerated Bloody Marys to strong pre-dinner vodka martinis and everything in between.
Forget what your teenage years taught you – Esquire’s vodka guide is all about correcting those mistakes. We promise the vodka is much better, but as far as hangovers go… well, the jury’s still out.
The market for flavored vodka today is far from what it was in the early 2000s (for which we are forever grateful). Now major corporations and independent distilleries are focusing on natural vodka made with real fruits, herbs and botanical blends.
Whatever direction you choose – bright citrus, rich spicy or fruity-floral – our range of expert-approved flavored vodkas will quench your thirst.
To start summer in style, you need to master the art of serving an aperitif. Dry, bittersweet, and low in alcohol, these expert-approved spirits can be enjoyed neat, with sparkling water, or added to a variety of pre-dinner cocktails.
Charge your bar cart ahead of the public holidays with our selection of the best aperitifs for summer parties.
A proven party snack and a win-win gift for those who have everything, there’s a reason champagne is a holiday staple. In terms of criteria, we are looking for bright, lively bubbles, fresh citrus aromas and toasty brioches. And finally, a well-balanced glass is tempting to open another bottle.
So much is at stake when choosing a bottle of champagne, so our wine experts tasted 40 varieties to find the ones that deserve a place in your wine cellar. You Asked, We Delivered: Esquire’s Guide to Champagne.
A well-chosen bottle of rouge can do a lot for a dinner party and is as versatile as any other bottle when it comes to pairing with food. We talk about everything from whole halibut to local oysters. As for sweeter styles? Save them for fruity desserts and young buttery cheeses.
Our wine experts selected 25 bottles from leading champagne houses to find the best rosé champagne. These are their 2023 leaders.
Filled with classic citrus, apple and toasted brioche aromas, it’s no surprise that modern English sparkling wines are winning the hearts of longtime champagne drinkers.
Our panel of experts have screened grapes from the UK’s finest vineyards, assessing each variety for aroma, flavour, complexity, balance and mouthfeel. Here are the bottles you’ll find in their basement.
From the ever-popular Sauvignon Blanc to the rich, buttery Chardonnay, our wine experts sampled 44 white wines from the world of winemaking, scoring each on The Balance’s aroma, complexity, flavor and finish to highlight their favorites.
Think of it like a journey into the world of white wine, including how to store it, drink it, and recommend food pairings, plus 15 bottles our wine experts stock.
Don’t know your new world versus your old world? Your Beaujolais Barolo? Fear not, our wine experts have tasted over 70 bottles to find the wines worth buying.
Diving into the world of wine can be complex, costly and require a lot of trial and error to find the best option; read our wine guide for expert advice on how to store, drink and buy the perfect bottle.
When the temperature rises, forget to confine yourself to Provence to lift your spirits and take La Vie Rose, because the rose can be drunk around the clock. Perfect with everything from deli to seafood, we’ve found the best blush.
Check out Esquire’s Guide to Rosé Wines for expert-approved glassware, food pairings, and our favorite bottles of blush to drink all year round.
It is clear that the natural wine boom is not going to end anytime soon. So whether it’s orange wine with a meal or a pet for a dinner party, these are the all-natural drinks you should stock up on, experts say.
Mastering sake is challenging, though rewarding, so let our expert guide tell you everything you need to know about the iconic Japanese drink, including an introduction to the different styles of sake and how best to drink it.
Whether you’re looking for a light sake to drink in the spring or a bright, zesty bottle to accompany your meal, you’ll find all the bottles our experts buy here.
Today, thanks to a wave of innovation from breweries and breweries around the world, there are many non-alcoholic alternatives to your favorite serving.
Satisfy your five-hour cravings with Esquire’s soft drinks guide, including the best non-alcoholic beers, wines and spirits. Beer phobia? don’t know him.
While we aspire to be sort of on-demand cocktail masters, life can get busy sometimes. That’s why we all love to keep plenty of bottled cocktails on hand in case guests drop by.
Backed by the biggest players in the beverage industry, these expert-approved drinks use only the highest quality ingredients you’ve come to expect from your favorite establishments.
Whether you’re drinking the drink straight, mixing it into a martini, or trying to craft a gourmet pre-dinner cocktail, our experts have the gin for you.
A bottle of whiskey makes a great gift, but it gets even better with a selection of expert-approved whiskey gift sets.
From The Singleton to Suntory, we’ve sourced the finest whiskey gift sets from the nation’s leading distilleries to save you time and ensure the recipient receives only the finest glasses.
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Post time: May-29-2023
