(Part 2) Best bar & wine tools according to redditors
We found 1,622 Reddit comments discussing the best bar & wine tools. We ranked the 692 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
![Set of 9 Grey Beverage Chilling Stones [Chill Rocks] Whiskey Stones for Whiskey and other Beverages - in Gift Box with Velvet Carrying Pouch - Made of 100% Pure Soapstone - by Quiseen](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41jTziNF7bL.jpg)
It's an actual thing you can buy.
Haha if you have $24, you can have it in your house.
Magnet:
http://www.amazon.com/Round-Magnetic-Bottle-Catcher-Powerful/dp/B0049OVSMM
Lion's head:
http://www.worldmarket.com/product/lion+wall-mounted+bottle+opener.do
...find a cat and beer elsewhere
Seriously, though, $450?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0016H9TC6/
https://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-Personal-Blender-51103/dp/B002V8ZEXW/
https://www.amazon.com/Cambridge-SoundWorks-OontZ-Angle-Generation/dp/B010OYASRG/
https://www.amazon.com/Portable-RAVPower-20100mAh-Universal-Smartphones/dp/B01LYONAT8/
https://www.amazon.com/Waiters-Corkscrew-HiCoup-All-one/dp/B00MSXW15E/
https://www.amazon.com/BoatMates-2150-Drink-Holder-White/dp/B001447V58/
I'm at $220, mostly for my nice portable battery, and I don't have to take the cooler everywhere.
They give them away at the paint counter at home depot. Opens paint cans, and beer bottles.
https://www.amazon.com/Paint-Can-Bottle-Opener-Bulk/dp/B001VEC63I
I have one! It’s actually decent quality too.
HapWay Cap Zappa Beer Bottle Opener and Cap Launcher Shoots with Key Ring for Fun (Orange) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A197MKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oJoVBbZ9KDNDN
https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Wine-Opener-HiCoup-All/dp/B00MSXW15E/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1535809096&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hicoup+wine+opener&dpPl=1&dpID=41XUbEWWBGL&ref=plSrch
First, it's not going to go "bad" in the sense of "unsafe." It'll just taste unappealing.
Second, the answer to this depends on a ton of variables, but the largest one is YOUR palate. In other words, how much you notice/care about changes in taste. Your wine will usually not be the SAME tasting after a day of storage, but that doesn't mean it's bad.
Without getting too bogged down into details and variations, a wine that is stored in the refrigerator after opening (yes, even red wine) with a cork or stopper can probably get most people 2-4 days. Try and see. Some people are happily drinking a wine 7 days later. For me personally, I'll usually drink a wine one day after but no longer.
If you want to extend the storage life of wine, you can try a cheap vacuum sealer. When I used to use one, I think it probably gave an extra day of drinking. Nothing drastic, but noticeable.
If you want to go a little more advanced, there are systems that will fairly cheaply add a layer of gas on top of the wine to preserve it. At the very high end, there's the Coravin and similar systems, but these are expensive ($200 plus expensive argon canisters), though they can keep a wine stored for months with little to no change.
Also if anyone is wondering, here is where you can get the items.
Magnet: http://www.amazon.com/Round-Magnetic-Bottle-Catcher-Powerful/dp/B0049OVSMM
Lion's head: http://www.worldmarket.com/product/lion+wall-mounted+bottle+opener.do
We did self-serve, and in terms of combating people pouring BIG pours, we did two things:
Smaller glasses
Pour spouts for the wine bottles: http://www.amazon.com/Chrome-Bottle-Pourers-Set-6/dp/B0009SZZQW
The pour spouts are great because not only do they slow down the pour so that people won't be as inclined to over-serve themselves, they also prevent drips going down your bottles and making a mess!
Buy a shaker setup that is just a pint glass and large metal shaker, which is essentially a large metal drinking glass. (Like this, but obviously you still need a pint glass). The fancier setup that consists of a pint glass with a two part lid/strainer ends up leaking and is useless. (Like this). There's a reason bartenders use the former. As a setup, it's BIFL worthy in comparison, works better, and is much easier to clean. You can buy a strainer that fits on that type of setup, too. (Like this).
What other pieces are you looking for?
That’s when you get one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Bottle-Opener-Buckle-Multipurpose-Keychain/dp/B073S5ZBY4
Doubles as a bottle opener!
First off. Only carry keys you need. This is one of my pet peeves. I have Two sets of keys. One for work, another for home. My car key uses RFID so that always stays in my front left pocket or my man purse. Work keys stay in my man purse because that ALWAYS goes with me to work. House keys stay in a single key ring that only has four keys, mail key, gate key, door key, bottle opener- these always go in my back left pocket. Whenever I go to sit, I pull them out and lay them on the table.
I've gotten a bunch of these over the years as free giveaways with some company's logo on it. They are cheap, light and as long as you don't abuse them I see no reason why they are not BIFL. I've never broken one.
This:
http://www.amazon.com/Metrokane-6119-Stoppers-Multi-Color-Selected/dp/B0028LEBRW
6 bucks, reusable, work in every bottle I've had.
Here’s one you can open your beer with!
Ta da! Amazon Prime for $7.31 in the United States!
I have an actual wine cork shaped like a corgi! I love it! Here’s the link, promise I’m not a shill
TrueZoo 4179 Corki Wine Beverage Bottle Stopper and Preserver, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016MDCPG0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Jyv8CbBVN9YQZ
Vacuum pumps will usually give you a couple extra days. Alternatively you could look for smaller bottles, but the selection will be worse. Some box wines aren't too bad, and they don't let air in. You could also get cheaper wine that you won't mind wasting. Or you could just split the bottle with friend(s). Save smaller bottles or drink beer when you're alone. Also if a red is starting to go bad you can always just make sangria.
What /u/chino_brews said is exactly right. I have done the same thing minus the penny many times when I had gushers. I just want to add a few things.
First, I go to the local vinegar and oil store and buy a bunch of amber 8oz screw top glass bottles like these. Then, I'll get my 750ml bottle of Carpano or Amontillado and pour it into 3 8oz bottles. I'll then use something like this to seal all 3. You just spray into the bottle for a second or two, the argon is heavier than O2 so it blows all of the O2 out. You then just seal tightly, label (I use a label printer) and refrigerate. Since they're smaller bottles they become a lot easier to store in the fridge. I don't use the argon every time I open the bottle because I'm only oxidizing a third of the whole and I can usually go through that in the 6-9mo it lasts. If it goes bad, I dump a few oz and crack open a fresh new 8oz bottle, the waste is minimal.
I wish I could claim this as my own invention but I got it from Craft Cocktails at Home which is full of great info like this.
I generally recommend getting great accessories, instead of wine itself. I've often been gifted wine by people who aren't into it; of course, I completely appreciate the gifts, but often they're just not to my taste.
Here are a few accessories that I love, that I think would be a great gift for someone who doesn't have them:
If you must get wine, I will say that the only wine I'm always happy to receive as a gift is Champagne.
I use these.
But this wouldn't solve the problem of newly-introduced air interacting with your beer... I'd like to see a solution like this commonly used by bars to remove air from wine bottles.
Whiskey stones are less than $10. You really just need something dense and non-dissolvable that transfers heat at a reasonable rate.
From left to right:
If you would like more information or pictures, just ask.
Use this style instead. The are way easier.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MSXW15E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_edMHybA07EM6R
Wine shop, https://www.amazon.com/ArT-Wine-Preservation-Enjoy-Your/dp/B01MEHJCQ2
Get small amber glass bottles like these, divide the big bottle into 2-4 of them and spray some argon into the headspace of the bottle to blast out all the oxygen (argon is heavier so it sinks and displaces the oxygen) and seal it with tape for good measure (and to remember which ones haven't been opened). Each bottle can be kept in the fridge for at least 6 months before opening, then for a few weeks after opening.
You can use a paint can opener like this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001VEC63I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_C9tuDb0Z13BGA
In the box:
Ray-Ban 3025 Aviator Polarized sunglasses
Zippo Slim circa 1960
Nite-Ize S-Biner with County Comm Titanium Widgy Pry Bar / Ti split rings
The camera pictured is my beater/backup, a Nikon D7000 with a Nikon 35mm F/1.8G AF-S DX lens. These were all taken with the camera I use on assignment - a Nikon D800 with a Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G AF-S lens, an SB700 speedlight and a Rogue Small Flashbender.
I leave the D800 at home when I'm not working, but I keep the D7000 in my car or on my person pretty much all the time. Everything else here goes almost everywhere with me.
http://www.amazon.com/Round-Magnetic-Bottle-Catcher-Powerful/dp/B0049OVSMM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1370381017&sr=8-6&keywords=magnetic+bottle+opener
They are a couple bucks on Amazon HapWay Cap Zappa Beer Bottle Opener and Cap Launcher Shoots with Key Ring for Fun (Orange) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A197MKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_p.NnDb0APB8JB
I can give you an answer you don't want to hear right away, but it'll be better if we look at the math.
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Assuming the rod is square in cross section, that's an area of A = (0.5 in)^2 = 1.613 cm^(2), and length L = 4 in = 10.16 cm.
The volume of the rod is V = L × A = 16.39 cm^(3). Density of aluminum is 2.7 g/cm^(3), so that's a total mass of M = 44 g.
The specific heat capacity of aluminum is 0.904 J/g K, which gives a heat capacity of C1 = M c = 39.8 J/K.
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Now, a typical mug has 350 ml, and 1 ml = 1 cm^3 (thank god for metric). You can't fill the entire mug with coffee because when you dip in the rod it'll occupy volume and overflow. So let's say you put 300 ml of coffee in the mug.
Coffee is mostly water, which has specific heat capacity 4.18 J/g K and density 1 g/ml (thank god for metric^(2)), so the heat capacity of it is C2 = 300 g × 4.18 J/g K = 1254 J/K.
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The freezer would be at freezing point of water, or T1 = 273 K.
Now, it looks like hot coffee is usually anywhere between 70 ºC to 80 ºC. Let's go with T2 = 75 °C = 348 K.
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When you put the two together, they'll exchange heat until equilibrium at some temperature T. Assuming no heat is lost to the environment, conservation of energy says the changes in internal energy are equal and opposite in sign, so:
>ΔQ1 + ΔQ2 = 0
With ΔQ = C (T_final - T_initial) (so increasing temperature has ΔQ positive), we can write:
>C1 (T - T1) + C2 (T - T2) = 0
Solving for T, we get:
>T = (C1 T1 + C2 T2) / (C1 + C2)
Plugging in the numbers we have, we find T = 72.7 °C.
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So this whole effort barely got you down more than 2 degrees! Not very helpful at all!
The bottom line is this: the heat capacity of water is pretty goddamn big compared to most substances, about 4.6 times that of aluminum, and there's 6.8 times more water than aluminum in your mug, so the discrepancy is even worse.
This is why you can figure out it's not going to work from the get go. Water is weird.
One thing you could do instead is find a hollow metal container, one side open, put water in it and then freeze it. Then you dip that in your mug. That way you get the benefit of heat conduction of metal, large heat capacity of water, but you don't get watery coffee. But it's not as cool.
You can also get some whiskey stones. They won't be as good as water, but probably better than aluminum.
I bought one of these to keep from having to unscrew and rescrew the bottle which I do about 10 times a night. It's nice :)
These are pretty good too, and always $5.64 (for black lid, snap-top) without the hassle of coupons/rebates. They're 28oz rather than 32, but that's sill plenty for a serving of KC and room to shake.
~$5 on Amazon
HapWay Cap Zappa Beer Bottle Opener and Cap Launcher Shoots with Key Ring for Fun (Orange) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A197MKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EMw0Cb9VPJ7D2
It's also called a wine key and a regular working one can be had for about $20.
https://www.amazon.com/Waiters-Wine-Key-Chrome-Plated-boxed/dp/B004I4KOA0
No need. Been rocking this bad boy for 3 years now
I am pretty sure a "Wine Key" refers to one of these http://www.amazon.com/Waiters-Wine-Key-Chrome-Plated-boxed/dp/B004I4KOA0.
Cork screws are not "Wine Keys"
Corki Wine and Beverage Bottle Stopper and Preserver by TrueZoo https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016MDCPG0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_y7XVAbAQ321V0
This is the one I have. There ya go! :)
This is my current EDC:
Here is my EDC from 2 years ago if you are interested...
On Friday I moved 11 gallons into carboys to mellow and started another 6 gallon batch fermenting, this one with 6 pounds of honey added.
I got this bad boy to use now instead of 1 gallon fermenters. The valve is a godsend, no more screwing with a siphon.
The wife and I have been drinking a gallon a week easily. I have 21 carboys full now, but most of them are too fresh to drink right now, my drinking caught up to my manufacturing pretty quick.
I highly recommend Contigo bottles ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LX6VHNE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ). They're 28oz and $7 each.
Contigo's shaker design is much better. I have no idea why BlenderBottle brand is so popular.
Yeah, a paint can opener is definitely a tool.
https://www.amazon.com/Paint-Can-Bottle-Opener-Bulk/dp/B001VEC63I
Bar spoon
Tin
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
This is a fairly cheap startup kit that will cover your bases.
Old Fashioneds are stirred in the rocks glass directly. Bitters, simple syrup, orange peel -> muddle -> add ice -> add whiskey -> stir til diluted properly.
Use a pint glass with the tin for shaken cocktails. You can also use a pint glass for stirred cocktails that are served up (Manhattan, Martini). Throw down on a Yarai mixing glass if you get really serious, they're awesome.
If you decide to get more serious tools, I've got a ton of stuff from Cocktail Kingdom - really high quality, sees 4 days a week of hard bar use and a bit of work at home, but not cheap. I'd start with their shaken kit, add a spoon and a muddler, and possibly a Yarai glass and fine mesh strainer. Their shipping is a little outrageous, so I usually pick up as much as I can at once to justify it.
Unless you are looking to look fancy don't waste your money. Just go to amazon/walmart and find a shaker tin, all-in-one "jigger", and a pint glass from your local cabinet. That is really all you need to get started.
If you want to add on some stuff just to make life easier you can get a bar spoon, muddler, strainer, fine strainer (get rid of those ugly ice bits), and a citrus juicer.
Save your money for alcohol to make more drinks!
Air causes the flavor change. So you can buy vacu vins made for wine, but use them for your whisky. Here they are
From left to right
Galaxy Gear
Obstructures A3 Wallet
Father's gold wedding ring
Chi-You Vaporizer Clone, Igo-L Clear topcap
Ian Schon Pen Project
CRKT Drifter
Nite Ize S-Biner Ahhh
Skeleton Key Bottle Opener
Small Micro-Screwdriver for vape
Leatherman Micra
All above the Microsoft Surface Pro 2
I'll be honest, those seem unnecessary. Why not get her a nice classic wine key, like this one - which is my go to (http://www.amazon.com/Waiters-Wine-Key-Chrome-Plated-boxed/dp/B004I4KOA0/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1370539824&sr=8-10&keywords=wine+key) and then spend that money on something more useful.
This really only combines 1.5 jiggers and half a boston shaker. For the same price you can find more versatile tools and higher-quality tools ($5 + $9 ).
Damnit, you're right.
http://www.amazon.com/Round-Magnetic-Bottle-Catcher-Powerful/dp/B0049OVSMM
unprompted advice here, but if you plan to pursue the hobby (and change straps with any frequency) it helps to have them on hand, since they have a tendency to go flying and get lost, or break.
Pick up a set of cheap ones on amazon, or spend a few bucks extra for the best quality from Otto Frei
Get a nice and dependable solid metal one like this. It will serve you well.
When you get this opener, this item is an awesome addition!
I'm on mobile but i use https://www.amazon.com/Paint-Can-Bottle-Opener-Bulk/dp/B001VEC63I . They usually come free with a can of paint. I use the the round section for opening caps with lots of success. It even fits on my key ring
Brewzkey Bottle Opener, Stainless Steel by Brewzkey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RZQBCE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dwoWAb6J2P0CV
I have had something like this on my keychain for 15 years. Never failed me and is compact like the rest of my keys. This particular one is made in USA stainless steel and well reviewed on Amazon so you probably can’t go wrong.
I’ll continue to look and see if I can find the exact one but it’s pretty much that design.
Also, HIGHLY recommend the FreeKey system.
FreeKey System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AQ664H6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_rCoWAbHG4D2FQ
This one has a rounded inner bottom which should be easier to clean.
I'm going to suggest an entirely different direction. Now hear me out. You say you like big ice cubes, because they don't melt and dilute your drink quickly. You are concerned about the hassle of freezing water, accumulating the cubes, etc...
Here is my suggestion: whiskey stones!
> a bartender could edc this
I get what you're saying. If a bartender might "work EDC" one of these then maybe he'd work-EDC a PLOPR. But a PLOPR is not functional in a bar setting. As the video shows, to pop off a cap with the popping sound requires such force that the bottle cap can be launched into the ceiling. You certainly wouldn't want bottlecaps flying around like that in a bar, so no, this is useless for a bartender.
Flat Bar - This type is the best
glue a magnet to it and you can put it on a retractable cord and attach it to your belt. something like this
My work here is done!
cheers
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here you go
Disclosure: u/sways-way does not condone the use of this item for shooting people or property; nor is she liable for any damages, injuries, and/or arguments caused by your purchase of the item.
Idk why they downvoted u!!!! You're totally right and it's half the price that website is asking for! It's either the website bots or someone who doesn't like savings. here's the amazing link for the thing
https://smile.amazon.com/Beverage-Chilling-Stones-Whiskey-Beverages/dp/B014Q2R6GS/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1499446205&sr=8-4&keywords=sipping+stones :)
I have two of these. I'm using them to dispense my starter into fresh 1 gallon batches. https://www.amazon.com/Northern-Brewer-Fermentor-Universal-Fermentation/dp/B011VDMYAI/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1536414336&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=big+mouth+bubbler&psc=1
First off, you should add me on Steam (I'm wigriff everywhere, but it might show J.C.Wigriff on Steam).
Questions:
Stocking Stuffer Ideas:
Since this is totally subjective, and you haven't provided criteria for who we're buying stocking stuffers for (Mom, Kids, Geeky Cousin Ted, etc.), I'm going to make my list very general so that it would fit anyone.
It was very nice to meet you. :)
Actually, a "wine key" is an actual thing that has a knife and corkscrew, as well as a lever to help you pull the cork (which almost always has a bottle-opener as well).
Well ... https://www.amazon.com/Beverage-Chilling-Stones-Whiskey-Beverages/dp/B014Q2R6GS/
Weird, so how long did you condition prior to the six days in fridge?
Depending on how scared I am, I will usually keep them in the fridge and drink a couple before I dump. But depending how nervous you are, just get it out of the way now might be a good option. Bottle bombs just aren't worth the hassle of one batch. Also if it is a bug, the flavor will eventually be affected.
I get them all in the fridge to tame the gas a bit. After a day, If they are calm, open and dump, if they are still beastly and scare the shit out of you, do this:
Take them to the sink, one-by-one, wrapped with a big beach towel with about 3 folds around the bottle. I then unwrap the top, so there is only one layer of towel on the cap, and then use a flat bottle opener over that one layer of towel. By the end of opening them all, the towel will be drenched and probably the floor too.
Nothing fancy about this but my favorite is the Brewzkey. It is always on my key chain and since it is the same size and shape as a key, I don't even realize it is there until I need it.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RZQBCE/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1426164677&sr=1&keywords=Brewzkey
Reminds me of these things
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000NNO2X0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1484408642&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=boston+shaker&dpPl=1&dpID=31d8BgihRpL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000DAQ93/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484408783&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=hawthorne+strainer&dpPl=1&dpID=51H0dKd5jBL&ref=plSrch
Used this for 3 years, works great, never leaks. Cobbler shakers are kind of clunky and leak on me. With the Hawthorne strainer you will be ready to make 95% of all drinks.
I got mine on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045WE4HY/
They are 22mm. You can get them from [Amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0045WE4HY?cache=ca1b3e53d018d8d87f688209d46cef9a&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1411326707&sr=8-4#ref=mp_s_a_1_4), this seemed to be the most bang for my buck.
Peat is weird, it is the one thing that I have really seen people have completely different notes. Too me this is pipe/cigar smoke - to you medicinal. Though, I think we are close on the nose and on the finish. But our palates are far from in sync on this.
>I do think this bottle really lost the citrus notes since I opened it
To me, peated scotches change the most when opened. While sherry bombs tend to open up, peat fades and loses character. I just ordered some Argon to help with my open peated bottles. I am hoping it will help out.
For 22oz bottles with cork and cage I've found that rubber wine stoppers work great. I've had a few nights where I have a glass and get tired, so I save it for the next day or two. Would not recommend using it for more than 2 days. Would recommend finishing it within 24hrs.
I use this bad boy. Works really well. Big enough opening to make cleaning pretty easy. And uses a standard bung.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011VDMYAI/
Lol, my "setup" is about as unimpressive as it gets. I just top off my carboys and bottles with a small spray can of overpriced argon.
Another vote for the amazing Domke. I have a F-2 and a F-3X and love, love, love using them! One trick with the Domke is to remove the brass snap(s) and ring(s) from the front flap and replace them with a Nite Ize Ahhh Stainless S-Biner:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0037H9P4A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's a LOT easier to open, and you can unbuckle it from the top so when closing the flap it won't hit your camera. The bonus is that it has an integral bottle opener for that after-shoot beverage!
https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Wine-Opener-HiCoup-All/dp/B00MSXW15E/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1519222505&sr=1-1&keywords=hicoup
These ones are 10 buck and super SUPER durable. Good wooden handles and very tight hinges. THe foil knife is also serrated and reasonably sharp too.
This very important wine stopper 😁
Paint can opener.
In my case I just dispense from my kegorator, but there are a lot of ways to do it. CO2 is heavier than air so you just spray it in and it will stay for a bit. Then you cap/seal it while the o2 is displaced. Argon, nitrogen, few other options.
https://www.amazon.com/ArT-Preserver-Argon-Saver-Stopper/dp/B01MEHJCQ2
they also sell these corkpump things that allow you to pump the air out of the bottle while re-sealing it.
I love wine. I have a glass every once in a while and it calms me down. My favorite thing to do it sit on my porch with a glass of wine and read.
But, wine isn't just for relaxing! It's my favorite party beverage as well because I get drunk, but not stupid drunk. And I have literally zero hangover in the morning. Wine is truly the drink of the Gods.
These would help me wine drink without worrying about breaking glasses or spilling.
I ve always wanted to have liquor spouts for get togethers!
One thing that made me happy was that I finally asked out the girl I've liked for a few months!
She still hasn't answered me, but I think that's heading in the right directon.
Grape!
The hand pumps for wine bottles are actually pretty good for degassing, something like http://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-3-Piece-Saver-Stopper/dp/B00004SAF4
Interesting that you got such a strong sulfur smell while still using nutrient, I wonder what made the yeast unhappy.
Never seen a hardware store that sells them, although most department stores or places with a jewelry section will have at least a basic spring bar set, many places won't even charge for them.
That said, you could just get your own assortment and never need to buy more. Something like that will be fine, but do take note these are low quality, but probably about the same as the ones on a Timex anyway.
Boston shaker. For a dry shake dead center straight down. For shaking with ice (note, do not get a glass this big with the shaker LOL).
The first placement is good for dry shake since it's a stronger seal actually, but it can be released with ice clacking around so you don't want to do it when there is more weight hitting the glass as you shake. For the second orientation the drink getting cold causes the tin to compress and tighten the seal. If you get a good combo, you can hold it by the tin with the glass on the bottom and the seal won't break like so. This combo is what I use, cheap and effective.
http://www.amazon.com/Winco-Stainless-Steel-Shaker-30-Ounce/dp/B000NNO2X0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1463751871&sr=8-2&keywords=boston+shaker
http://www.amazon.com/Anchor-Hocking-Pint-Mixing-Glass/dp/B00BJ5IPIE/ref=pd_sim_79_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=313BRYWafDL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=10BA3MFA02KN8WBB88CP
Waiters Corkscrew by HiCoup - Premium Rosewood All-in-one Corkscrew, Bottle Opener and Foil Cutter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MSXW15E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_x5f7xbGFR4HHE
When I decided to do the same thing for myself I picked this one up. It's a fantastic key, it's a little heavy so if it's always going to be in your pocket keep that in mind and you can't pop the knife with just one hand, not a big deal, but you know how often that comes in handy. Other than that I love this key, feels very premium, I've had quite a few coworkers check it out and ask about it. It's been about 6 months using it 10 times a day minimum and it feels brand new. I'd be surprised if it doesn't last as long as I will.
I have and use a Brewzkey. Thickness and shape of a key. In fact, it's smaller than my car key. I hate having anything other than flat keys, so I don't have any traditional keychains.
$5.23 on Amazon shipped with Prime.
http://www.amazon.com/Brewzkey-Bottle-Opener-Stainless-Steel/dp/B000RZQBCE/
http://www.brewzkey.com/
BrewKey. Fits right along with your other keys. Brewzkey Bottle Opener, Stainless Steel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RZQBCE/
I bet this would work on a two liter:
http://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-3-Piece-Saver-Stopper/dp/B00004SAF4
or rig it up to one of these for a can:
http://www.hearos.com/snapnsip/
https://www.amazon.com/niceeshop-Aluminium-Keychain-Bottle-Opener/dp/B003PDPZDQ
Not so cheap as last year however; the price of argon must've gone up.
This is the one I've been using.
Apparently it is a Big Mouth Bubbler
Make sure to get the ported variety.
I got it [here] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049OVSMM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_iBpSybVZRTWDM). I know nothing about magnets so I probably paid too much, but I knew it would do the job.
I have a tip for you!
It's not a leatherman, but I do get a small knife through security every time. I've even had a TSA agent pull it out of my bag, hold it in his hand and say, "Nothing sharp here." then put it back in my bag.
Get yourself a KeysSmart keychain. Not only will it help get your knife through, but they are incredibly handy and you might not want to go back to a regular key ring again.
Then, go on Amazon and get this knife: https://www.amazon.com/SOG-Key-Folding-Knife-KEY-101/dp/B00LUHR71W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500075053&sr=8-1&keywords=sog+key+knife
Put that knife on your new KeySmart keychain and enjoy always being able to carry a knife with you.
I don't know if it helps, but I have this next to my knife on the same keychain: https://www.amazon.com/Brewzkey-Bottle-Opener-Stainless-Steel/dp/B000RZQBCE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500075163&sr=8-1&keywords=brewzkey
Where did you buy it?
I spend some time in touristy bars where they sell beer by the thousands and I always see the bartenders using flat openers like this. They are easy to slip into the back pocket or under an armband and provide a lot of leverage for cans or bottles to pop easily. I've seen ladies that grab up like six or eight bottles in one armload and just pop them all in two quick seconds.
It is my undying dedication to the sweet nectar of the gods that I am entering this contest seeing as I am painfully hungover at this time.
Town Drunk
Yep.
The basics:
Shaker: http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Cocktail-Shaker-Set-Stainless/dp/B000796F1W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017012&sr=8-1&keywords=cocktail+shaker
Spoon: http://www.amazon.com/RSVP-Endurance-Stainless-Steel-Handle/dp/B000F7JY00/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017049&sr=8-3&keywords=cocktail+spoon
Muddler: http://www.amazon.com/Tablecraft-H4258-Stainless-Muddler-Plastic/dp/B0032FOQY6/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017078&sr=8-8&keywords=cocktail+muddler
My fav strainer: http://www.amazon.com/OXO-1058016-SteeL-Cocktail-Strainer/dp/B0000DAQ93/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017130&sr=8-1&keywords=cocktail+strainer
Jigger: http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Steel-Angled-Measuring-Jigger/dp/B00B6LUAPW/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017174&sr=8-6&keywords=oxo+measuring+cup
These few things should get her to a good start. If she prefers a Boston Shaker (http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Cocktail-Shaker-oz/dp/B000NNO2X0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017243&sr=8-6&keywords=cocktail+shaker), all you'll need is a typical pint glass to go with it.
Oh, you've gotta get these big ice cube trays. Only way to enjoy your cocktail, if you're serious about your drinks.(http://www.amazon.com/Tovolo-KING-Cube-Trays-Blue/dp/B00395FHRO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377017434&sr=8-1&keywords=big+ice+cube+tray).
Does she has glassware? Collins glasses, old fashioned glasses, highballs? Might be good to look for some of those too. Also, people often give away glassware on Craigslist for free or for next to nothing.
If I can think of anything else, I'll come back to this. Should get you off to a good start though.
This exists!
Dad worked in restaurants growing up (Like really a nice one that sold copious amounts of wine), I only heard them referred to as wine keys. Corkscrews were just the screw and cross bar thingy you pulled on. Wine Keys also have the little knife (for removing foil) a bottle opener and uses leverage rather than just pulling to open.
Corkscrews to me were- http://www.amazon.com/True-Utility-TU48-Functional-Stainless/dp/B003FAMQ2M/ref=sr_1_45?ie=UTF8&qid=1342460858&sr=8-45&keywords=corkscrew
Wine Keys were
http://www.amazon.com/Waiters-Wine-Key-Chrome-Plated-boxed/dp/B004I4KOA0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1342460915&sr=8-6&keywords=wine+key
we had both in the house regularly so I think sapir whorf would say it made sense for use to discriminate between the two.
A Wine Key refers to something specific, the swiss army type corkscrew like this. A wine key is a corckscrew but not all corcscrews are wine keys.
olive oil bottle for the kitchen, just add [one of these] (http://www.amazon.com/Chrome-Bottle-Pourers-Set-6/dp/B0009SZZQW)
Here ya go! $8 for 2 of them wireless and barefoot!
I know I've sure used mine a lot, and I like it for what it does, but it definitely requires a lot more effort and concentration than this style.
Wine stoppers!
When I am thirsty I love to drink ice water or cranberry juice with gingerale. I will never drink clamato when I am thirsty. Seriously. Ew!
I love to host parties so this 6 pack of drink pourers would help out a lot and make my bar look so much more legit!
When I am thirsty I love to drink water. I will never drink coffee when I am thirsty.
I use one at school and love it. And it have been around for several years. Meaning, in a school, its pretty bullet proof.
At home, I use a DeWalt. Live that one too.
One thing, though, too look for in a 1/4 sheet sander: How to change the paper. That PC, without having a paint can opener, is a pain in the ass to change. Used a screw driver for a while, which works, but not well. That can opener really makes it much easier. However, the others, with a bar that hooks down,are easier still.
I had a bean and cheese burrito from home, hooray for thrifty!
Wine stoppers for when I get home from work would be cool. Right now I just shove the cork it came with back in and then i get little cork bits in my wine.
Lunch money :)
I think we can all agree that there's variety in quality of spring bar, though. I've bought one of those "360 spring bars for $7.50" sets before and had half of them come apart during installation.
But yeah, it's a little over the top in terms of marketing.
This is he one I use. Works perfect every time!
Contigo Shake & Go Fit Snap Lid Shaker Bottle, 28 oz., Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LX6VHNE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_G-p-AbP0ZRXM5
This may not be applicable to you, but I was considering one of these and went for a big mouth bubbler instead. I realized the only thing I really wanted the Brewbucket for, aside from "ooh shiny stainless", was a port to drain from instead of messing with autosiphons. The bubbler isn't as pretty, but it fit my needs.
Thanks, it is also a bottle opener. I run a beer tasting group, so that's important to have on hand.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0037H9P4A/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'd suggest buying a kit like: http://amzn.com/B0045WE4HY . It gives you way way more than you need (including a bunch of other sizes you only may potentially use on other watches), but you get that along with 20 pins that will fit your pebble for about the same price as a single pair of pins elsewhere online.
I've run into this problem a handful of times, banging my watch against a door frame or tennis racket (thank goodness for a NATO-esque band that can hold with only one pin). It's sometimes impossible to find the pin too even if you know when it came out, since they are spring loaded and can launch themselves into the grass or behind a desk.
Anyway the kit has worked well for me, though I know I'll never use the whole thing.
well, here you have a bottle opener that fits into the seat belt slot, so you don't have to wear that annoying seatbelt when you drive drunk.
False.
The tool that has a spiral metal thing that you put into a cork to remove it is called a "cork screw."
The tool that waiters at fancy restaurants carry with them that contains a cork screw, a small knife, and a can opener, is called a "wine key."
Edit Proof: A wine key contains a small knife which the waiter uses to cut the foil covering the cork. The can opener looking device is used to provide leverage to use the cork screw.
I can't reccomend you a drink because I'm pretty new to Whiskey myself.
I used to sometimes get headaches when I would drink too, especially whiskey. I find cooling the alcohol helps a lot, but I also don't want to water the drink down.
I found these whiskey stones that you freeze like ice and use to chill your drink without diluting it. They make a significant difference because it helps alleviate some of the burn in your throat and stomach that, for me at least, would contribute to being physically uncomfortable and getting headaches. They do help a lot and if you're interested they're only about $9.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014Q2R6GS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505418889&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=whiskey+stones&dpPl=1&dpID=41FSlVw9tML&ref=plSrch
$20 so you can say your bottle opener is from an AR15? Wow.
Key bottle opener, less than $6
One handed opening, also less than $6
Stainless steel rings, you can get 10 for less than $8