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Create your bar

Start by building your bar. This is where you keep all the alcohol, garnishes and mixers you have to hand. Use our MyBar feature to add everything you have, or use the quick start below.

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Find what cocktails you can make

Explore what cocktails are available to you based on what you have. See what you can substitute and what you need to buy.

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Registering ensures your bar is saved and you can get the most out of Make Me A Cocktail moving forwards.

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Add a cocktail into your Tried and Want to try lists

As a registered user you have two pre-created lists for your 'Tried, and 'Want to try' cocktails. Try adding a cocktail or two into these lists to see how they work.

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Bartender's top tip

Experiment with cocktails for the season. Try ice-cold, citrussy or sparkling cocktails in warmer seasons and spicy, warm or creamy cocktails for the colder months.

Essential Ingredients

Whether you're a budding mixologist or a casual enthusiast, these basics will allow you to craft a variety of popular cocktails. Note that our selections range from spirits and mixers to fresh ingredients and bitters.

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Mixer

Lime juice

Cranberry Juice

Lemon Juice

Ginger Ale

Grenadine

Sugar Syrup

Angostura Bitters

Spirit

White rum

Gin

Tequila

Cachaça

Bourbon

Vodka

Kitchen cupboard

Lemon

Milk

Banana

Lime

Tabasco Sauce

Cinnamon

Chocolate

Marmalade

Butter

Wine and champagne

Champagne / prosecco

Port

Red Wine

Red vermouth

Sherry (Sweet)

White vermouth

Liqueur

Coffee liqueur

Cointreau

Triple Sec

Raspberry liqueuer

Frangelico

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Uncover unique techniques, and learn bar-tending methods to enhance your cocktail making knowledge and elevate your level of craftsmanship. With membership you can gain access to special features including tutorials, tips, product discounts, and a community of passionate mixologists to grow your skills and unlock new possibilities.

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