{"id":17816,"date":"2021-05-21T15:18:10","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T19:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=17816"},"modified":"2021-05-21T15:18:10","modified_gmt":"2021-05-21T19:18:10","slug":"13-best-bar-cart-styling-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/your-home\/13-best-bar-cart-styling-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Best Bar Cart Styling Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\t\t\n

Decorative Bar Cart Styling Ideas<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

But\nhave you made the most of your bar cart? There are so many ways in which form\ncan be as important as function. So, if you want to add some glamor and create\na real talking point, here\u2019s 13 bar cart ideas to help you personalize yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your choice of drink <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>Choosing which drinks to have on display is an important decision. To get the best out of your bar cart, a theme to tie everything together is a great idea. And one way of doing that is to match the seasons. Matching your choice of drink to the time of year keeps it in fashion. Every few months you get to update it and keep it fresh. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can center your color scheme around your bottle\ncolors. For example, in autumn, you\u2019ll want colors like red, orange and brown.\nSo you could deck out your bar cart with bottles of bourbon. Or in the spring, keep\nthings light with a pink-hued rhubarb gin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cocktail tools<\/strong>
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While some of these bar cart ideas are about adding sparkle, function and form should be equally important. You need to make sure your bar cart has the right tools for making cocktails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Items you may want to consider on your bar cart\ninclude a jigger. This is a two-sided shot glass that adds a touch of class and\nprofessionalism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose wisely when it comes to a shaker. Some of the\nprettiest just aren\u2019t built for the job. Stainless steel looks cool and would\nfit in with most themes, while glass shakers with gold-plated lids add an Art\nDeco vibe to your cart. In general, choose tools that complement your theme, whatever\nyou choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lime squeezer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An effective squeezer is an essential part of any bar cart. For limes and lemons, you want a large, high-quality tool that will stand the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best ones to buy are around the $20 mark. They\u2019ll\nsave you a lot of time and energy when you\u2019re throwing a party. Nobody wants to\nsee a frustrated host struggling in vain to get the juice out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Muddler<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another important implement in the art of cocktail making. A muddler smashes and mixes drink ingredients. They\u2019re used on some of the most popular drinks, including mojitos. Usually six to eight inches long, they\u2019re generally made of three different materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the color scheme and theme you go for,\nyou have wood, plastic, or stainless steel to pick from. Wood is going to look\ngreat with an autumnal theme, but they need more looking after. Stainless steel\nis a great all-rounder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strainer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any bartender worth their salt needs a good cocktail\nstrainer on their bar cart. Strainers are needed to filter out solid materials\nsuch as ice and fruit seeds after a shake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a few to choose from. The Hawthorne is the\nmost recognizable. It\u2019s cheap, adaptable, and durable. Use a fine mesh strainer\nif you\u2019re making seriously smooth drinks. Or if you\u2019re new to cocktail making,\na Julep strainer is easy to control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mixing tin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Planning on leaving your guests shaken, not stirred? In that case you\u2019ll need a mixing tin for your bar cart. A mixing tin, also known as a Boston shaker, usually consists of a shaking tin and mixing glass. They open easily and are relatively cheap to buy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are great for beginners as you can check what\u2019s\nhappening while shaking it. More confident would-be bartenders may want to\nconsider an all-metal mixing tin. They\u2019re useful for temperature control and\nless likely to break. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decanter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No bar cart is complete without a liquor decanter.\nBring the enduring image of a bar from the 50s and 60s to life, adding style\nand sophistication. Cocktail ingredients like whiskey, rum, and tequila look\nbeautiful when inside glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But a decanter is not just useful for aesthetic\nreasons. They can open up the flavor of some drinks and give them a chance to\n\u2018breathe\u2019. Take your pick when it comes to shapes. You can buy round, square\nand teardrop-shaped decanters. And there\u2019s plenty of materials too \u2013 wood, crystal,\nand stainless steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Set of glassware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Obviously you need glassware for your bar cart. But have you thought of the fun you could have with it? You can buy glassware in bright hues to stand out loud and proud, like pink or yellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can make subtle choices to make your bar cart look\nsophisticated, too. Long, thin glasses look modern and storing them upside down\nlooks very chic. But however you decide to display your glasses, keep them on\ntop. Save the bottom part for heavier items, for safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use accessories to add style<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Accessorizing is probably the most fun way to decorate\nyour bar cart. It gives you carte blanche to have a bar cart that\u2019s totally\nunique and very you. The possibilities are endless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider plants (real or faux) to add beauty, books\nfor sophistication and candles for moody lighting. Snacks will go down a treat.\nA vintage record player for some laidback tunes or party classics would look\ngreat on the bottom too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical accessories should be considered too. A bar\ntowel in case of spills. A corkscrew. A bottle opener if you\u2019re busy shaking\ncocktails. And you have to have ice on hand, so an ice bucket and tongs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the books (cocktail recipes) <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having books on your bar cart gives an intellectual feel on appearance alone. But if you place some cocktail books there, you\u2019re on to a real winner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of excellent cocktail recipe books full\nof fantastic ideas for new drinks and old favorites. And a collection of\ncocktail books on your cart lets your guests know you take cocktail making\nseriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table decor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to use a bar cart purely for cocktails. A bar cart could also double as a side table. Simply add a lamp and family photo on the top, with books on the bottom. It will look great by a sofa or even a bed. And then when it is time for a party, you can always reconfigure and wheel it into your party room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art pieces <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can indulge your creative side and get arty with your bar cart. Tie it in with your home decor and add a similar print to it or above it. Or maybe a bust on top? They\u2019re a great way to stay on trend and would get people talking about your swish party vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use your cart for additional storage <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People always need more storage. You\u2019ve got two shelves waiting right there on your bar cart. Store party decor in your hallway to make people feel welcome. Or a bar cart full of books adds quirky appeal to a study. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t even have to have an overarching theme. If\nyou\u2019re the kind of person who throws everything at a bar cart \u2013 a letter board,\nfruit, art, plants and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to create more space in your home for an impressive bar cart\nto wheel out at your next dinner party or get-together, consider a storage\nunit<\/a>. Sort through\nfurniture and clutter to decide what you won\u2019t need for a little while, like\nwinter jackets and skis in summer, and store them away.<\/p>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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