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For the most part, making drinks in your kitchen at home doesn’t really require special equipment. But these few items certainly make my life easier.

Chef’n FreshForce Citrus Juicer

I love this thing. The gear-action makes squeezing lemons and limes effortless. And the fruit is so thoroughly juiced when you’re done.

OXO Steel Double Jigger

You’re probably going to want a jigger. One side measures 1 1/2 oz., the standard amount of base liquor in most drinks. The other size measures 1 oz. There are markings for every fraction of an ounce that you’ll need.

Cocktail Strainer

A cocktail strainer is nice because it has a spring that fits the top of your mixing glass. When you use it, it only takes one tiny finger to hold the strainer in place.

Wooden Muddler

You are going to want a wooden muddler. I don’t own this particular one, but it seems to be a good choice. There are plastic and metal ones that work, too. But I prefer wood. It just feels better in your hand. Make sure you get one that’s unvarnished. You don’t want any stray chemicals in your drinks.