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Fully stocked bar checklist

Fully stocked bar checklist

Get your bar fully prepared with this checklist. Use it for smooth operations, whether you’re preparing for a busy night or conducting routine stock checks.

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Fully stocked bar checklist

Get your bar fully prepared with this checklist. Use it for smooth operations, whether you’re preparing for a busy night or conducting routine stock checks.

Use this template with Lumiform

  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
Book a demo
Learn more
or Download template as PDF

A fully stocked bar checklist aids you in maintaining consistent inventory levels across essential bar categories. This template covers basic equipment, spirits, mixers, garnishes, and more, ensuring you never run out of crucial items during service.

As pointed out by The Restaurant Times, most successful full-service bars aim for liquor cost percentages between 18-24%, making inventory management critical for profitability. Use this checklist before each shift to quickly identify missing items and prevent costly last-minute purchases or disappointed customers when popular drinks can’t be served due to missing ingredients.

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Author Name Ima Ocon
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Bar Equipment
Shaker set (shaker, strainer, jigger)
Bottle opener
Bar spoon
Muddler
Cocktail glasses (e.g. martini, rocks, highball)
Wine glasses
Beer glasses
Spirits
Vodka
Gin
Rum (white, dark, spiced)
Tequila
Whiskey (bourbon, rye, scotch)
Triple sec
Vermouth (sweet, dry)
Bitters
Mixers
Tonic water
Club soda
Cola
Ginger ale
Cranberry juice
Orange juice
Lime juice
Lemons
Limes
Simple syrup
Bar Garnishes
Olives
Cherries
Cocktail onions
Orange twists
Mint leaves
Rosemary sprigs

Frequently asked questions

How can I customize this bar checklist for my specific establishment?

Focus on adding your signature cocktail ingredients and removing items you never use. Track consumption patterns for 2-3 weeks to identify your most popular items, then adjust minimum par levels accordingly. Remember to include seasonal ingredients when relevant and remove them when they’re no longer needed.

What are the most commonly forgotten items when stocking a bar?

Fresh garnishes like mint leaves and citrus fruits are frequently overlooked, along with specialized mixers for signature cocktails. Bar tools like muddlers and jiggers often disappear during busy shifts. The checklist helps track these easily forgotten items so you’re never caught unprepared during service.

How does this checklist help with training new bar staff?

New bartenders can use this checklist as a learning tool to familiarize themselves with your bar’s standard inventory. It creates consistency in how inventory is managed across different shifts and staff members, ensuring everyone follows the same standards regardless of experience level.

Author
Ima Ocon
Ima is a writer and editor who specializes in technology, with experience crafting content for companies like Canva and FluentU. She's passionate about startups, remote work, and language learning, as well as the applications of AI in marketing. Currently, she is based in Asia, and she previously studied in Taiwan and Singapore.
This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.