Hong Kong, July 4 -- What can make being homebound for months better? A well stocked home bar. No, we don't mean just the alcohol; we mean all the accoutrements that go into creating that perfect cocktail. Here's your guide on how to set up a home bar.

A consolidated selection of spirits and swanky glassware aside, your private bar should exude an air of sophistication, and help you put together a perfect martini or old fashioned without much hassle. So whether you're an aspiring bartender or an admirer of spirits, we've curated the ultimate list of essentials that goes beyond a mere shelf with a bottle of Mezcal and dad's whiskey. Read on. Mixing glass

For a great cocktail, you're going to need a great mixing glass. It has somewhat of ...