Decorating & Design
Elevate Happy Hour With These 20 Bar Accessories
Published on November 14, 2019
If there’s ever a time to play mixologist, it’s during the holidays. Great bar accessories can make even novice entertainers seem like experts. Whether you’re building your dream home bar from scratch, or looking to add a few more favorites to your collection, these 20 stylish accessories will ensure you mix, stir and serve your potions the chicest way possible.
With inspiration rooted in Japanese design, this handmade oak and French bamboo bar can store everything from spirits to greenery and objects.
This mixing glass was designed in collaboration with leading bartenders, meaning it’ll get the job done and look great while doing it.
Raise a glass — but only once you’ve served guests their concoction of choice on this artful illustrated serving tray by Fornasetti.
Every host dreams of a luxe vessel for decanting wines old and new. This particular one is hand-blown and features a brass sphere show-stopper.
Can’t resist the temptation of a uniquely crafted cocktail? Look no further — food artists Sam Bompas and Harry Parr’s latest primer is the little black book of “extraordinary drinks.” Featuring perennial favorites with a twist (think: nettle and thistle–topped gin and tonic), you’ll be mixing like a pro in no time.
No less dazzling than the martinis they’re meant to top, this set of cocktail picks will take your olives or, alternatively, appetizers to the next level.
No home bar would be complete without a sparkling brass pitcher — this one has a pretty warm patina.
Silver etched detailing decorates this Art Deco–inspired coupe glass.
The contemporary Danish design of this wine pourer will leave aficionados in awe of its bronze and silicone-coated shape.
Geometric forms bring a sculptural design moment to spirits. Designed by Areaware, these stones can be plunked straight from the freezer into your glass — goodbye watered-down drinks!
Never lose your golden grip with this stylish snake bottle opener; it’ll take the toughest of lids right off.
Perfect for small spaces, this Canadian-designed bar cart doubles as a mobile side table, and the top tray can be removed to serve your guests.
Chase down — and then place down — drinks with playful coasters that wink to the maximalist charm of design darling Jonathan Adler.
There’s an unmatched grandeur about these Tom Dixon mouth-blown whisky glasses with hand-painted copper detailing.
Whether it’s to concoct fizzy goodness for sipping or to splash into cocktails or mocktails, this rose gold sparkling water maker is perfect for holiday hosting.
This timeless wall shelf doubles as a wine rack for bottles and wine glasses.
Go glam for your next cocktail party with a luxe mirrored bar cart.
A convenient and stylish way to store bar tools, this marble-based and gold finished set is an über chic conversation starter.
An essential for the budding home bartender, this cocktail shaker’s glossy, gold-toned exterior will be the envy of any cocktail connoisseur.
Add some mid-century modern curves to your collection of barware with Nambé’s stylish ice bucket. Complete with a ladle-like scoop and acacia wood base, this rounded piece will keep your ice cold until it’s time to chill out.