So, you’ve finally set aside some space in the fridge and a little shelf to start your own little drinking corner at home.

And now the question we fear most rears its ugly head again: What next?

Of course, the simplest answer is whatever you want to drink. If you’re a whisky guy, go for it; if you like mezcal, then stock on up. But of course, you’ll need a little more than that to get a good variety of flavours, especially if you’re looking to expand your repertoire beyond a handful of drinks.

So here’s a list of all the stuff we always have on hand. It’s a pretty long list, so we’ve broken it up across a few pages, in case you want to go step by step. Everything is available in Singapore, through either supermarkets or online retailers.

We must say, though, that this is what works for us, so if you want to skip a few items, go right ahead! We’re definitely not saying you need to get a dozen bottles of spirits all at once or pack your storeroom full of mixers (though we’ll admit we’ve been there).

On a side note, if you’re looking for the bare minimum tools to kickstart your home bar, check out our four must-haves here.

Spirits

Of course, we have to begin with spirits, the base of just about every cocktail out there. Click here to learn which nine bottles we almost always have around.

Liqueurs and wines

The major flavour components of your cocktails come from liqueurs and wines. We’ve compiled eight that we more or less can’t do without here.

Bitters

Bitters add complexity and subtle nuances. Just a few drops can significantly alter how a drink smells and tastes. There are quite a few out there, though, so click here to find out our favourites.

Mixers and everything else

Then there’s the non-alcoholic stuff! Here are the mixers, fruit, syrups and other staples we keep stocked at all times.