How to Build the Perfect Bourbon Bar Cart

Everything You Need (and a Few Things You Definitely Want)

If you're the kind of host who believes in strong drinks, good company, and a little Southern charm, it’s time to give your bourbon the home it deserves: a perfectly curated bar cart. Think of it as a rolling invitation to sip, swirl, and stir up some fun. Whether you're channeling Mad Men vibes or just want to upgrade your living room game, Left Bank Bourbon is here to help you build the ultimate bourbon bar cart—with all the essentials and none of the fluff.

🥃 Step 1: The Star of the Show—Your Bourbon

Let’s not bury the lede: you need great bourbon. Start with a bottle (or three) of Left Bank Bourbon—go for a small batch, a single barrel, or one of each. Because variety isn’t just the spice of life—it’s also the mark of a well-stocked cart.

Optional but encouraged: Display the bottle front and center like it’s your home’s most prized possession. Because it is.

🧊 Step 2: Ice, Ice Baby (But Make It Fancy)

No sad freezer cubes allowed. Stock a sleek ice mold for large cubes or spheres—they melt slower and look like they mean business. Bonus points for clear ice (yes, it's a thing) that makes your drinks look straight out of a magazine.

Pro tip: Keep an insulated ice bucket nearby so you don’t have to run to the freezer mid-toast.

🍊 Step 3: Bitters & Sweeteners—Your Flavor Toolkit

A great bourbon bar cart is all about versatility. Stock up on:

• Angostura bitters (classic)

• Orange bitters (for a twist)

• Peychaud’s (for a little New Orleans flair)

• Simple syrup or maple syrup in a glass decanter (because you’re classy now)

Feeling wild? Add honey syrup, cinnamon-clove syrup, or even spicy chili bitters for adventurous mixing.

🍊 Step 4: Garnishes That Say “I Tried”

Even the most laid-back bourbon deserves a little glow-up.

• Fresh orange and lemon peels

• Luxardo cherries (not those neon red imposters)

• A jar of candied ginger or rosemary sprigs for flair

• Wooden cocktail picks or metal skewers for style points

Because yes, it’s okay to care how your drink looks.

🥄 Step 5: The Tools of the Trade

You don’t need a full bartender’s kit, but a few quality tools go a long way:

• Jigger (so you stop free-pouring “just a little too much”)

• Bar spoon (for that elegant stir)

• Muddler (hello, Bourbon Smash)

• Cocktail shaker (optional, but fun when you're showing off)

🥂 Step 6: Glassware That Gets Noticed

Every good bourbon bar cart needs rocks glasses. Add a few highballs and maybe one cut-crystal showstopper that screams “I drink with intention.” Your guests will thank you—and your Instagram will thrive.

💡 Step 7: Style It Like You Mean It

Add a small lamp, vintage decanter, stack of cocktail books, or even a framed print with something like:

“Trust me, you can dance. — Bourbon”

This is your moment to make your cart both functional and fabulous.

🍸 Bonus Round: A Signature Cocktail Card

Print or handwrite a few easy recipes for guests (and yourself after one too many). We recommend:

• Left Bank Old Fashioned

• Bourbon Sour

• Kentucky Mule

• Gold Rush

Clip them to your cart or keep them tucked in a leather recipe journal. You're basically a mixologist now.

✨ Final Sip: Roll Out in Style

A bar cart isn’t just about booze—it’s about vibe. With Left Bank Bourbon at the helm and a little attention to detail, your cart becomes a conversation piece, a mood setter, and the center of your next great night in.

So stock it up, roll it out, and pour one neat—you just became the most interesting host in the room. 🥃🍊🛒