Know somebody who rides the grape, climbs the vine, crumbles the cork? Put less cutely, do you have a friend who loves wine? These 10 gifts will help both experienced and new wine aficionados get the most from their wine-sipping encounters.

Corks across America | State-Shaped Wine Cork Holder

After they’ve extinguished a bottle, some connoisseurs keep the cork for sentimental reasons. Instead of letting the corks accumulate in piles in the kitchen or living room, corral them together turn them into art. This quality wood piece is cut in the shape of your favorite U.S. state — all 50 are available — with empty slots waiting to be filled with corks of wine bottles gone by. It’s a great idea, although you’d probably fill up Delaware in about a week.

Be cool | Le Creuset Wine Cooler Sleeve

Drat. Your wine’s at room temperature. All the tannin is flattened out; all the oaky undertones have turned into potted plants. It didn’t have to be this way, and with the Le Creuset Wine Cooler Sleeve, it won’t. Available in a wide range of sporty colors, the Le Creuset keeps a standard, 750-ml wine bottle in crisp, cold condition, even away from the refrigerator. Just stick it in the freezer for a while to let the interior gel packs ice over, then sheathe your wine bottle in the sleeve, and kiss lukewarm vino adieu.

Get a chill inside | Corkcicle

If only you could wave a magic wand and chill down that bottle of chardonnay that’s lingering on your counter. Splendid news: The Corkcicle is that magic wand, and you don’t even have to wave it — you just have to freeze it first. Made from top-shelf plastic and non-toxic gel, the Corkcicle actually goes into your wine bottle, chilling the wine from the inside. The Corkcicle is better than an ice bucket because it’s less messy and doesn’t get the wine too cold. Also, it’s called the Corkcicle, a word we get a strange pleasure from saying over and over.

The bible of vino | The New Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia

Sotheby’s knows a thing or two about the trappings of luxury, including wine and spirits. This exhaustive publication, which has just been updated for the first time in several years, contains everything the budding sommelier should know about the fermentation of the grape. It’s arranged in geographical order, focusing on world regions that produce the most acclaimed wine in the world: Southeast Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, Napa Valley, and Uncle Dan’s moonshine jars in the back of a hollowed-out VW van. Well, okay, not that last one. But maybe in the next edition.

Do try this at home | Craft a Brew Home Merlot Making Kit

As any seamster, gardener, or molecular scientist will tell you, nothing’s better than making things at home. But unless you own a world-class vineyard, it’s not so easy to produce a bottle of wine under your own roof. Until now, that is. The Craft a Brew Home Winemaking kit — available for Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, or Pinot Grigio — gives you all the tools, materials, glassware, and odd powdered substances called “clarifiers” that you need to make a few bottles of homemade hooch.

Hold everything | Personalized Wine & Cheese Carousel

Wine and cheese — they go together like flotsam and jetsam, peanut butter and jelly, Hall & Oates, breaking and entering. Give both of your favorite fermentable foods the spectacular showcase they deserve with this handsome carousel presentation. Made from cherry wood, it rotates like a lazy Susan, with holding spaces for six wine glasses, one wine bottle, and several blocks of cheese. You might even be able to squeeze in some figs. It also comes engraved with your family name and initial, just for posterity’s sake.

Turn of the screw | QcoQce Cordless Automatic Wine Opener

By far the most difficult part of enjoying wine is opening the bottle. Heaven knows we’ve contorted and twisted ourselves into fishermen’s knots trying to use a corkscrew. We usually end up breaking the cork, letting little bits of it drop into the wine itself. It’s harrowing. But it ends now with this cordless wine opener from QcoQce (spelled as it sounds). All you do is push a very comfortable button, and the electronic corkscrew plunges into and extracts the cork before you can say “I’ve sliced my finger trying to open this bottle of Riesling! I don’t even like Riesling!”

Steering wheels | Wine Aroma Wheel Duo

One of the great joys of being a wine expert is refining how you experience taste. You don’t just say a particular wine is “fruity,” you say it “carries a tinge of tropical fruit with undertones of basil and traces of button mushroom.” But not every wine taster can discern those qualities on their own, which is where these aroma wheels come in. Created by a doctor at the University of California at Davis (go Aggies), these cards help novice wine tasters become more discriminating, knowledgeable, and painfully specific about whatever they’re experiencing with their wine at the moment.

Hold the wine | Wine Enthusiast Lead-Free Crystal Art Series Treble Wine Decanter

There are thousands of wine decanters on the market. All of them do the same thing which, if you must be reminded, is hold wine. We looked for decanters with that extra something, and this one jumped out. It’s got a crazy looking spout, kind of a cross between twisty straw, a vacuum hose, and the number 6. It’s got a lot of surface area and portals so your wine can breathe, even as your breath is taken away by that insane spout.

Breathe it in | Aervana Original 1 Touch Luxury Wine Aerator

High-end red wine is almost always better when it’s aerated. That simply means you let it rest and “breathe” for about half an hour. But if you demand instant gratification, speed up the process with Aervana’s battery-powered aerator. Slip it on top of the bottle, press a button, and the Aervana does all the aerating it needs to do, sending it straight to a wine glass in a thin, powerful stream. Unfortunately, this product won’t work if you get your red wine in a space-bag from the local gas station.

About Price.com

Price.com, the all-in-one money savings platform, provides a free cross-platform experience for consumers that combines advanced comparison shopping, cashback, coupons, price history and price drop alerts. The Company’s patented, AI-powered matching algorithm enables real-time discovery of new, white label, used, local, refurbished, and rental products – taking comparison shopping to new heights. Price.com is available as a desktop and mobile website, browser extension, native app and chatbot.

The Company’s core team consists of industry-leading data scientists and data engineers. Price.com founder RJ Jain sold his previous company to Google where today it powers Google Test Labs. Previously, he held senior engineering roles at Sidecar (acquired by GM) and Zynga, and served as an in-house Entrepreneur in Residence at Foundation Capital.

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Valentine’s Day is just a few short weeks away. If the love of your life is a man, or appears to have a preponderance of classically masculine traits, then whatever gift you give him on February 14 should match his lifestyle fairly closely. But no matter how well you know him, finding a gift that will make your man react in positive grunts can be difficult, especially if you can’t make it to your local retailer. You’re in luck because we’ve found ten online gifts at bargain prices that will make his manly heart flutter.

Put on some weight | Gravity Blanket

Once you’ve slept with a weighted blanket, you’ll never go back to that flimsy Sesame Street bedspread you didn’t have the heart to throw out when you got your own place. The Gravity Blanket surrounds your male counterpart with 15, 20, or 25 pounds of sheer heaviness (choose the kind that’s closest to 10% of his body weight). The added weight is said to drastically improve sleep, or at least make the most secure, reinforced blanket fort on your block.

Handy candy | The Grand Cookie and Chocolate Filled Toolbox

Satisfy your man’s sweet tooth and drop a subtle hint about finally putting together that IKEA bookcase with this scrumptious toolbox gift. It’s got milk, dark and white chocolate pieces in the shapes of some of his favorite tools: screws, hex nuts, saws, tape measures, and hammers, just to name a few. For those who prefer snacks with a little bit of fiber, there are a few chocolate chip cookies thrown into the mix as well.

Sock it to him | Sock Fancy Socks Subscription

This gift basically boils down to membership in the Socks-Of-The-Month Club. One day your loved one unsuspectingly receives a pair of lightly fancy socks in the mail. He’ll put them on his feet and walk around in supreme and fashionable comfort. One month later, after he’s finally tired of these socks, he checks the mail and finds another, completely different pair of socks! The cycle then repeats month after month, until your man’s sock drawer becomes the biggest party in town.

Spice boys | Hot Sauce Kit Gift Set

Every relationship needs a little spice once in a while, but this is ridiculous — ridiculously tasty, that is! Liberate your man-friend from mass-produced bottles of bland heat and challenge him to make his own hot sauces with this all-inclusive food kit. It’s got everything he needs to make six bottles of muy caliente sauce, including funnels, gloves, pH strips, vinegar, spice blends, and six varieties of dried chili flakes: cayenne, arbol, jalapeño, chipotle, habanero, and at-your-own-risk ghost pepper. Fire insurance not included.

Jerking around | Carnivore Club Exotic Jerky Bouquet

What’s the way to a man’s heart? Dried meat, of course. And no array of dried meat has ever been arranged so beautifully than in Carnivore Club’s bouquet of exotic jerky. We underscore the word “exotic” — these are no waxy, convenience-store beef sticks. They’re the real deal, including unusual gourmet jerky treats made from elk, buffalo, and venison. This absolutely gorgeous meat bouquet also comes with a card that reads, somewhat redundantly, “You’ve Got Meat!” Do you ever.

Speaking my love language | JBL Flip Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Say hello to the JBL Flip Portable Bluetooth Speaker, the perfect accessory for the man who loves to sing in the shower, dance in the kitchen, and rock out in the garage. No more boring commutes, no more lackluster road trips, and no more sacrificing sound quality for portability. With this speaker, your man can have his music and take it with him wherever he goes. So give the gift of good vibes and better tunes and let the party follow your man everywhere!

Take it to the streets | Urban Map Glass Set

If your man belongs to the city, this cocktail glass will remind him of his sophisticated upbringing every time he has a sip of whiskey, juice, or warm milk. This 11-ounce drinking apparatus is decorated with a hand-etched map of your man’s favorite American metropolis — choose from 31 different cities. It will bring back memories of the bright lights, parking meters, sidewalk vendors, overpriced restaurants, and manhole covers of the streets he once trod upon.

Sit back, relax | Casper Backrest Pillow

This year, ditch the chocolates and flowers and give him something that he’ll actually use – the Casper Backrest Pillow! Not only will it support his back while he lounges on the couch, but it’ll also make a great prop for all his future nap-tography sessions. Just imagine the Instagram-worthy photos you could take of your man snuggled up with his new pillow. Whether he’s a hardworking professional, a dedicated gamer, or just someone who loves to relax and unwind, the Casper Backrest Pillow is sure to be a hit.

Man, that’s cold | Host Freeze Beer Freezer Gel Chiller

You say you’ve found the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift for the man in your life? Hold my beer. This drinking glass makes tepid, lukewarm beer a thing of the distant past. Keep it stored in the refrigerator or freezer until it’s time to start drinking. Pour your beer (or, if you insist, whatever cold beverage you have) into the glass, and its hardened cooling gel and double-walled construction will keep that drink ice-cold for hours and hours. It’s got a silicone grip strip to keep your man’s dainty hands safe from freezer burn.

Take charge | Multi-Device Charging Station

Does your man have more devices than he knows what to do with? Are you tired of tripping over tangled cords every time you walk through the living room? Say goodbye to cable chaos and hello to the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift – a Multi-Device Charging Station! With its sleek design and ability to charge all of his gadgets at once, this gift is sure to make your man’s life (and yours) a little bit easier. Plus, he can finally put an end to the endless search for a free outlet.

About Price.com

Price.com, the all-in-one money savings platform, provides a free cross-platform experience for consumers that combines advanced comparison shopping, cashback, coupons, price history and price drop alerts. The Company’s patented, AI-powered matching algorithm enables real-time discovery of new, white label, used, local, refurbished, and rental products – taking comparison shopping to new heights. Price.com is available as a desktop and mobile website, browser extension, native app and chatbot.

The Company’s core team consists of industry-leading data scientists and data engineers. Price.com founder RJ Jain sold his previous company to Google where today it powers Google Test Labs. Previously, he held senior engineering roles at Sidecar (acquired by GM) and Zynga, and served as an in-house Entrepreneur in Residence at Foundation Capital.

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It’s almost Valentine’s Day. If your primary romantic partner is of the female persuasion, it’s time to start planning for some hardcore pampering and comfort-making on February 14. Since we’re still in lockdown, it’s not as possible for us to visit a department store, find a female employee, and ask her if the wife would like the briefcase we’ve just picked out for her. In that spirit, here are ten new, unique, and impressive V-Day gifts for the femme in your life.

A Signature Gift | Handwriting Bracelet

Create a stunning piece of hand-crafted jewelry for your girl the same way you sign your checks. The maker of the Handwriting Bracelet reproduces a sample of your handwriting into a stunning charm in your choice of silver, gold, or rose vermeil, and attaches it to a matching bracelet. Your personalized message can be anywhere from one to six words. Suggestions: “I love you,” “Forever my girl,” “Love endures,” and “Pick up eggs at the supermarket.”

What Smell Is It? | Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelet

This bracelet does more than sit on your loved one’s wrist: It issues forth the healing power of aromatherapy. It diffuses the scent of her favorite essential oil (not included) — lavender, jasmine, rosemary, ginger, Mountain Dew, whatever — throughout the day. She just drops a couple of beads of oil onto a pad and screws on the top. Throughout the day her favorite scent will waft around her, helping her relax, easing her tension and stress, and promoting a general sense of calm and well-being. It’s like a wristwatch for her nose.

Bathtub Living | Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bamboo Bathtub Caddy Tray

Bring your girl’s bathtub lounging to the next level with this extendable caddy tray. This chunk of bamboo luxury has space for everything your Valentine needs to relax, read, or run a small business in the bath. It’s got a wine glass holder, two sets of trays, a slot for a cup or a candle, a book or tablet holder, and even a spot for her smartphone in case she gets inspired to make a too-personal TikTok video. It also includes a soap dish for old-school bathers.

There Are No Stupid Questions | Our Q&A a Day: 3-Year Journal for 2 People

Chart the progression of your relationship with this thought-provoking journal designed for two people to complete (we assume you’re one of them). Each calendar day presents a different question, such as “What do you want more than anything?” and “What’s the prevailing theme of your life?” Each partner jots down a quick answer. They repeat this exercise for three years. When the book’s filled, the couple reviews their 1,000+ answers to see how they’ve grown, matured, or fallen completely apart. Know thyselves!

Vanilla Nice | Luxetique Vanilla Spa Gift Basket

This spa gift basket has everything. It’s got soap. It’s got bath bombs. It’s got body oil and lotion. It’s got bath salt. It’s got massage oil. It’s got a bubble bath. It’s got shower gel. It’s got a cloth. It’s got a hair cap. It’s got a flower-shaped shower puff. And everything this gift basket’s got is steeped in the sugary, irresistible scent of vanilla. Should your female friend not want to emerge from her bath smelling like a Baskin-Robbins, this gift basket’s also available in lavender.

The Heat is On | Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

This groundbreaking smart mug keeps hot liquid between 120° and 145°F for an hour-and-a-half of battery life, or forever on a charging coaster. She’ll program the temperature she wants and get a pop-up notification on her smartphone or smartwatch when the mug hits that level. Sure, her favorite coffee mug may hold liquid sufficiently or have sentimental value — but is it battery-powered? And can she control it with a smartphone app? If not, then she’s not living her best life.

Space-Age Facials | Eterno LED At Home Anti-Aging Facial Toning Device

This beauty tool uses technology developed by NASA — the same folks who brought you the moon landing — to combat the scourges of aging and wrinkles. The Eternal handheld electronic device replaces those messy, ineffective lotions, and promises to deliver an “8-week facelift.” A gentle application on her face makes wrinkles, sunspots, scars, and other facial conditions vanish. Great as this product is, we suggest caution with the message it might send when given as a gift: “Wait, you’re saying I have wrinkles?”

Leaf It to Us | Sweetened Loose Leaf Tea Drops Standard Sampler

Very few consumables are as comforting as a hot cup of tea, but we’ve had it up to here with tea bags. The constant bobbing, the sloppy moisture, the questioning where to put them when you’re finished. Our therapy bills are enormous. But that’s all in the past now that Tea Drops have been invented. These adorable tea bombs come in all your favorite tea blends. Enjoying a hot cup is as simple as dropping them in a cup, covering them with hot water, stirring a little, and taking a sip.

Promise Her a Rose Garden | Venus Et Fleur Classic Mini Square Rose Box

This gift box contains nine individual, real roses that keep their gorgeous appearances up for a freakishly long time — up to a year. The roses are grown in a flower farm, set aside exclusively for them in the hills of Ecuador. They come lovingly arranged in a tasteful, minimalist paperboard box. Best of all, these roses are refreshingly low-maintenance: Just keep them out of direct sunlight, maintain comfortable room temperature, and don’t feed them after midnight.

Ah, The Classics | Chanel No. 5

It’s Chanel No. 5. What more do you need to know? It’s the most famous perfume in the world. It’s a symbol of luxury, splendor, and olfactory bliss. It’s better than Chanel No. 4. It’s so much better than Chanel No. 3 that it’s almost a joke. Come on, even the bottle looks elegant. This Parisian import is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2021, so what better year to wrap this elixir in a heart-shaped box and leave it on your sweetheart’s end table?

About Price.com

Price.com, the all-in-one money savings platform, provides a free cross-platform experience for consumers that combines advanced comparison shopping, cashback, coupons, price history and price drop alerts. The Company’s patented, AI-powered matching algorithm enables real-time discovery of new, white label, used, local, refurbished, and rental products – taking comparison shopping to new heights. Price.com is available as a desktop and mobile website, browser extension, native app and chatbot.

The Company’s core team consists of industry-leading data scientists and data engineers. Price.com founder RJ Jain sold his previous company to Google where today it powers Google Test Labs. Previously, he held senior engineering roles at Sidecar (acquired by GM) and Zynga, and served as an in-house Entrepreneur in Residence at Foundation Capital.

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Mixology is one of the most rewarding forms of DIY craft-making you can possibly enter. It’s diverse, sensual, and experimentation-friendly, and will also make you instantly popular with a group of sophisticated, slightly desperate people. Whether you’re entering into the magical kingdom of cocktail invention yourself or know someone who is, these ten items are guaranteed to make whatever mixologist uses them into a local hero.

The base of operations | 25 Piece Mixology Bartender Kit With Stand

Every would-be mixologist needs a set of standard equipment with which to work because making new concoctions with plastic spoons and baby tumblers kind of takes the mystique out of the equation. This 25-piece bar set is a great set to get started. It’s got a shaker, a bunch of spouts, a long-handled mixing spoon, a jigger, a strainer, ice tongs, industrial-strength coasters, and a few items about which we have no idea what they do or how they work. Everything is held together with a polite and accommodating bamboo stand.

Bartender’s bible | The Ultimate Bar Book

This 476-page behemoth could be called The Joy of Mixing. It contains recipes for a mind-blowing number of cocktails and beverages — over 1,000, in fact. James Beard nominee Mittie Hellmich has collected complete instructions for just about every mixed drink known to humankind: the Singapore Sling, the Moscow Mule, the New Orleans Fizz, the Mississippi Mist, the Tokyo Mary, the Louisville Stinger, the Long Island Iced Tea, the London Fog, the Detroit Carburetor, the Philadelphia Insult, the Western Australia Malaise, the Vatican Excuse, and several more whose names we didn’t make up to meet the word count.

Playing with flavor | DO YOUR WHISKY Infusion | DIY Kit

Infused spirits are cornerstones of every budding mixologist’s practice. It’s not enough to serve a whiskey neat and call it creation. Nowadays, that whiskey has to have a bouquet of jasmine or essence of cardamom just to pass muster. This infusion set contains everything you need to give ordinary whiskey a character all its own: breathtaking botanicals, three kinds of whiskey chips, two glass bottles, and a recipe book to help stimulate the imagination.

Make bitter choices | Fee Brothers Bar Cocktail Bitters

Ordinary, excessively polite beverages may lack that certain edge — a simple addition that helps turn them from tame, lifeless palette-deadeners to vibrant, tingly, out-of-control tongue exploders. Enter bitters, high-proof spirits that are kind of the MSG of the cocktail world. Fee Brothers has a special six-pack of cocktail bitters that will pump instant life to your prized concoctions. Included are bitters infused with the essence of grapefruit, orange, lemon, peach, and mint, as well as the original, old-fashioned kind that’s just infused with more bitterness.

Exotica in a cup | Tiki Mugs Set

At some point in your journey toward mixology myth, you’re going to come face to face with tiki culture. We’re not entirely sure how alcoholic drinks got mixed up with the exotic symbolism of the sea-drenched South Pacific, but that mystery has never stopped cocktail makers from producing fanciful drinks served with bamboo implements in mugs carved like faces that look like they’re taunting you. This set of three fine-looking tiki mugs will add a sense of native allure and typhoon warnings to your ordinary glass cabinet.

Cooling with style | Silicone Ice Cube Trays

Ice is a mixologist’s best friend. There is absolutely no better way to decrease the temperature of a cocktail than an ice cube. Believe us, we’ve tried everything else. Blowing, freezing, shipping it to the Arctic Circle, being emotionally distant — none of those work to cool a drink off more quickly with less hassle than an ice cube. Make your stash of ice a little more interesting to look at with these silicon ice cube trays, which produce ice units in the shape of an orb, a hexagon, or the internationally acclaimed cube format.

Smoke gets in your glass | Smoking Gun Wood Smoke Infuser

One of the more interesting, recent crazes in the realm of mixology is infusing hard liquor with the essence of smoke. This pistol-shaped device puts the power of smoke within your grasp. Just load up the included wood particles, light the fire, point the spout into a glass of whiskey, and shoot the smoke in. It adds a completely new dimension to the aroma and tannic experience of whiskey cocktails, the same way it gives depth to barbecue sauce, slow-roasted pork, and a few frat parties we’d rather forget about.

On the road again | Barillio Travel Bartender Bag

When you’ve attained a certain level of bartending expertise, you’re going to be in demand. Your skills may be contracted out by outsiders or foreign entities to bring some life to their social functions or official galas. And when that happens, your nylon backpack or hard-shell suitcase isn’t going to be enough to haul your wares across the globe. You’ll need this specially designed, roll-up travel bag to get all your mixing apparatuses, shakers, bitters, and whatever else you need from gig to gig.

On the (actual) rocks | Beverage Chilling Stones

Some whiskey drinkers — not the ones who just drink to forget — are a little more discriminating about their spirit of choice. They don’t appreciate the way ice cubes (which are world-class drink-coolers) melt as they get incrementally warmer, emitting flavorless water that dilutes the taste of their scotch. These insufferable types often insist on chilling stones. They’re made of pure soapstone. Just stow them in your freezer the way you would frozen vegetables. When they’re ready, pop them into a whiskey drink to keep it sufficiently chilled.

You and Meehan | Meehan’s Bartender Manual

Jim Meehan is one of the most lethal bartenders in the world, kind of a cross between Yoda, a samurai warrior, and an oak barrel with hands. Everything you could ever want to know about cocktails is lodged in his brain, and a lot of it can be found in this exhaustive book filled with history, philosophy, and professional insight. Don’t dive into the world of swizzle sticks, decanters, or paper parasols without it.

About Price.com

Price.com, the all-in-one money savings platform, provides a free cross-platform experience for consumers that combines advanced comparison shopping, cashback, coupons, price history and price drop alerts. The Company’s patented, AI-powered matching algorithm enables real-time discovery of new, white label, used, local, refurbished, and rental products – taking comparison shopping to new heights. Price.com is available as a desktop and mobile website, browser extension, native app and chatbot.

The Company’s core team consists of industry-leading data scientists and data engineers. Price.com founder RJ Jain sold his previous company to Google where today it powers Google Test Labs. Previously, he held senior engineering roles at Sidecar (acquired by GM) and Zynga, and served as an in-house Entrepreneur in Residence at Foundation Capital.

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No, Really, That Ice is Cool| Glacio Ice Cube Trays Silicone

There’s a time and a place for crushed ice, but right now and in that bourbon glass isn’t one of them. Giant ice cubes, however, in either squared or spherical form, do more than just make a drink look better, they enhance its quality. No one wants an Old Fashioned watered down by miniature shards of quick melting ice. These non-stick and flexible trays are made of silicone—a big improvement on the hard and oft-breaking molds you’ll find in your parents’ freezer—which leads to easy removal. Plus, unlike other similar products that typically feature 4 orbs of ice, this one offers 6.

It’s a Science | Mixology Bartender Kit

Not interested in hunting down all the various tools of the trade that make for an excellent bar? Then this product is for you. Featuring an all-important, leak-proof cocktail shaker which eliminates mess and the loss of expensive liquids, you’ll also receive accessories such as a jigger, strainer, bottle opener, tongs, and more. This cocktail kit also includes an attractive stand to help keep your bar organized. It’s the perfect gift for the burgeoning barkeep.

Stir Things Up | Crystal Cocktail Mixing Glass Set

Each bar benefits from innovative, trendy, and attractive glassware and tools. Yours should be no different. This stylish cocktail set boasts not only a chic, patterned 24oz mixing glass which is sure to draw the attention of observers, but also offers a muddler, a Hawthorne strainer, and more. These reliable and alluring tools not only enhance the drinks themselves, but also the experience of making them.

When it Comes to Taste, Aroma Matters | Bourbon Bitters Bundle

The best mixologists in the world understand how important the sense of smell is to flavor, which is why they accentuate their drinks with bitters. The moniker can be misleading; bitters don’t have to make a drink unpalatable or taste like a lemon rind. Instead, they offer complexity to the cocktail by increasing the flavor profile. This bundle hits every savory note that your home bar needs.

Just Chill | Amerigo Exclusive Insulated Ice Bucket

Keeping your bottle of wine or champagne adequately chilled is an essential function of any bartender. This double-walled bucket insulates and maintains the premium drinking temperature allowing you to tend to other needs. Meanwhile, the strainer separates water from the ice cubes to negate any pooling and to reduce unwanted cleanup chores. Additionally, for those drinks that require smaller ice cubes on standby for your shaker, tongs and a scoop are included when you need the bucket to function as something other than a cooler for your bottle.

When Life Gives You Lemons, Make a Cocktail | Zulay Extra Large Lemon Squeezer

The most popular drinks in the world feature the zest of citrus. From oranges to limes and lemons, pressing juice and even, occasionally, displaying the peels is part of Mixology 101. Nothing makes this task easier than this product with its corrosion/acidic resistant metal and its perfect design for filtering unwanted portions of the fruit such as seeds or pulp. Easy to leverage while working and easy to wash afterwards, this item is a must-have in every bar.

Make Things Easier | “Fuck It Let’s Drink” Wall Mount Bottle Opener

Sure, opening a bottle isn’t a difficult task, but it can threaten to delay the bartender who’s trying to keep up with more complicated orders. Using a wall mounted opener means one less tool to keep track of or to stow, and, when situated over a garbage can, it means less stuff to clean up or steps to the trash. Additionally, let’s face it, who doesn’t appreciate the message this attractive wall-mount conveys to those who’ve bellied up to your home bar?

You’ve Been Struck by a Smoothie Criminal| Oster Blender

The blender might be the most overlooked appliance of the home bar, and it’s never good when it’s missing. Often, while focusing on the spirits or syrups we need, we forget how many guests appreciate the nuance of a blended island drink or prefer a frozen margarita. The 7 speeds, pre-programmed settings, and extra wide 3.5” blade system on this model can handle with power and ease all the ice and additional drink ingredients you decide to throw into it.

Mobile Storage Solutions | Sinclair 2-Tier Serving Cart  

Most home bars have space limitations, which necessitates the addition of attractive yet functional furniture. This stylish drink cart can be found in three different colors that are sure to align with the décor of your home or your bar. The tempered glass shelves can handle plenty of weight (50lbs each), and the wine bottle holders and locking caster wheels allow you to transport bottles from one room to another simply and securely.

Recipes and Advice | Fancy AF Cocktails

Few home bartenders want those aforementioned friends and family members offering “how to” advice as they display their talents behind the bar, but who would ignore assistance from two of the self-proclaimed most avid drinkers in the world? Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval are stars of Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules, which is a reality TV show centered around the famed SUR restaurant in Hollywood. Now, they’ve co-authored a book to share their favorite cocktail recipes. From the informal get-together that no one planned to the most elegant cocktails you should offer during a special occasion, all of the bases are covered. The information contained within can only improve your bar performance.

About Price.com

Price.com, the all-in-one money savings platform, provides a free cross-platform experience for consumers that combines advanced comparison shopping, cashback, coupons, price history and price drop alerts. The Company’s patented, AI-powered matching algorithm enables real-time discovery of new, white label, used, local, refurbished, and rental products – taking comparison shopping to new heights. Price.com is available as a desktop and mobile website, browser extension, native app and chatbot.

The Company’s core team consists of industry-leading data scientists and data engineers. Price.com founder RJ Jain sold his previous company to Google where today it powers Google Test Labs. Previously, he held senior engineering roles at Sidecar (acquired by GM) and Zynga, and served as an in-house Entrepreneur in Residence at Foundation Capital.

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