Gift Guide: Bartender’s Swiss Army Knife—Bar10der

By Matt Bell Published September 13, 2013

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Because really, what cocktail loving person doesn’t want a veritable swiss army knife of mixing tools in which to create spirited masterpieces? Even if they’ve already got every single tool that’s ever been used in the long history of mixology, the Bar10der is still an item they’ll thank you for adding to their stash. Why? 10 stainless steal and/or BPA-free plastic tools (bottle opener, corkscrew, strainer, stirrer, knife, zester, jigger, channel knife, reamer and muddler) housed in an either green, purple, blue or orange non-slip rubber handle that fits snuggly in almost any sized kitchen drawer and is perfect for leaving by the bar when entertaining. Which, actually, will make you feel kinda proud when guests start talking about it at your pals next house party.

$49.99 at thebar10der.com

Matt Bell

Former Digital Trends Contributor

Matt Bell is a travel and grooming writer. He's endured Thai face slapping massages, swam in a cage with crocodiles and…

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