One of the joys of adulthood is entertaining friends in your home. But whether you’re hosting an old school dinner party, a Game of Thrones watch party, or a holiday bash, nearly every event has one thing in common: alcohol.
A well-stocked home bar is a great way to solidify your status as an official “grown-up” (and it’s a status symbol even we millennials can afford!). If you want to have a top-notch bar in your home, consider adding these items to your wedding registry.
1. A Cocktail Shaker
If martinis or daiquiris are a favorite in your home, you already know how important it is to have a good cocktail shaker. A quality shaker is a necessity for a perfectly mixed drink (and no, sticking two plastic cups together doesn’t really achieve the same effect). Additionally, a cocktail shaker can look quite nice on display in your home bar. When registering for bar essentials, consider the color scheme of your kitchen (or den, or wherever you keep your bar). There are shakers in almost every color these days?black, silver, copper, even holographic rainbow?so it’s easy to find one that matches your decor.
2. Fine Glassware

Now that you’re about to be married, it’s time to stop drinking cocktails out of red Solo cups. A nice set of glasses will instantly class up your bar, give your next party an extra touch of sophistication, and even reduce your carbon footprint (those red Solo cups are not recyclable).
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