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Serving & Wine

Serving gear helps you host. Decanters, dispensers, openers and coasters make batch cocktails and wine easy to share.

A hand pouring red wine into glasses at an intimate gathering, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere
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How to choose

  • Use dispensers for batched drinks at parties.
  • Choose a reliable wine opener.
  • Add coasters to protect surfaces.
  • Keep stoppers for opened sparkling wine.

Common questions

How do I batch cocktails for a party?

Multiply the spirits and syrups, add about 20-25% water for dilution, chill well and add citrus close to serving.

Do wine aerators work?

They speed up exposure to air, which can soften young red wines.