10/10/2026
Essential Equipment: A Good Knife
Not every essential bar tool actually belongs behind the bar.
Sometimes, you need to raid the kitchen.
If you're making cocktails with fresh fruit, herbs, citrus, or other ingredients, a good, sharp knife is one of the most useful tools you can have.
🍋 Clean citrus wheels instead of mangled ones
🍐 Even fruit slices instead of random chunks
🌿 Clean cuts on herbs and garnishes
🍎 Easier prep when you're working with fresh ingredients
And here's something people don't always realize:
A sharp knife is generally safer than a dull one.
A dull blade requires more pressure, which makes slipping more likely.
You don't need a drawer full of specialty knives.
One good, comfortable, properly sharpened knife can do a LOT.
And when your cocktail garnish looks like you actually meant for it to look that way?
Bonus points.
