Guide
How to use My Cocktail Pantry
My Cocktail Pantry turns the bottles already on your shelf into a working cocktail menu. Add what you own once, then come back anytime to see ready drinks, near-misses, and the smartest next bottle to buy — no account required.
Get recipes for craft cocktails you can already make
Open Pantry and check off the spirits, mixers, liqueurs, and bitters you already have at home. When you’re done, head to What I can make — Ready to Mix lists every classic you can pour tonight with zero extra shopping.
Tap any drink for ingredients, glassware, and step-by-step instructions. Prefer browsing first? Explore the full cocktail recipe catalog, then come back to see which ones your pantry unlocks.
See what one or two more ingredients would unlock
Below the ready drinks, Almost There shows recipes you’re only one or two ingredients away from completing. Missing items are called out clearly, so you can decide whether to substitute, skip, or pick up a bottle on your next run.
It’s the fastest way to stretch a half-stocked home bar: keep browsing craft cocktail recipes that are nearly within reach instead of scrolling past unfinished drinks.
Keep a bar inventory that persists when you come back
Your home bar inventory is saved automatically — no account required. The next time you open My Cocktail Pantry in the same browser, your pantry is still there, along with the Ready to Mix and Almost There lists that match it.
Update the list whenever a bottle runs out or a new one lands on the shelf. Your cocktail menu stays in sync with what you actually own, so “what cocktails can I make?” stays answered.
Buy ingredients with the most bang for your buck
Not sure what to buy next? Smart Picks ranks missing ingredients by how many complete recipes they unlock from your current pantry. Prioritize the bottles that open the widest set of craft cocktails instead of guessing.
That way each purchase compounds — one well-chosen spirit or mixer can turn a handful of almost-there drinks into a night’s worth of Ready to Mix options. Start from your pantry to see personalized picks.
Start with the bottles you already own, skim Ready to Mix for tonight, and use Almost There plus Smart Picks when you’re ready to grow the bar. When you want inspiration beyond your shelf, browse all cocktail recipes anytime.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find cocktails I can make with ingredients at home?
Add your spirits, mixers, and bitters in Pantry, then open What I can make. Ready to Mix shows every recipe you can pour with what you already own.
What if I’m only missing one or two ingredients?
Almost There lists craft cocktail recipes that need just one or two more ingredients, with the missing items highlighted so you know exactly what to buy or skip.
Does my home bar inventory save for next time?
Yes. Your pantry persists in the same browser with no account required, so your ready and almost-there lists are waiting when you come back.
How do I choose the best bottle to buy next?
Use Smart Picks to see which missing ingredients unlock the most complete recipes from your current pantry — the highest bang for your buck for growing a home bar.
