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    The Goods: 10 Bar Cart Accessories So It Can Be Happy Hour All the Time

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    Published 25 January 2018 In Features

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    There's no arguing with 2-for-1 happy hour specials but, sometimes, you just want to drink solo or with your friends at your apartment. Digging around your kitchen for a bottle opener or martini stirrer can be a buzzkill, though. Here are 10 things to keep on your bar cart so you spend less time searching and more time sipping. Bottom's up!

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    Fitz & Floyd Gold Ice Bucket, $14.99

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    Keep your booze chilled in this pretty ice bucket. The gold bottom makes it look way more expensive than it actually is.

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    This set has everything you need to make a batch of drinks for your squad. Whether or not you actually know what you're doing, well, we won't tell.

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    Veuve Clicquot Brut Rose, $64.97

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    If you don't want to play bartender all night, just keep a bottle of Veuve on ice and have your friends help themselves.

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    Godinger Duet Stackable Decanter with 2 Glasses, $80

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    You can stack the decanter on top of the two glasses—great for small bar carts. Plus, you'll finally have a set of matching cups!

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    The Macallan Double Cask Single Malt 12 Year, $49.95-$109.99

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    If you're going to decant your whiskey, you better make it a good one. This 12-year-old bottle goes down easy and is great for sipping.

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    E2 Concepts Crystal Art Gallery Metal Mirrored Rolling Bar Cart, $149

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    Stash all your bottles and barware accessories on this chic, minimalist cart. The wheels make it easy to move around your apartment, and the gold detailing and mirrored trays add a serious luxe touch.

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    Urban Outfitters Boujee Pint Glass, $8

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    Admit it, this glass speaks to your soul and you're proud of it.

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    Samuel Adams Sam '76, $5.99-$34.99

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    The Sam '76 is a combo of a lager and an ale—a unique beer that's definitely worth trying and displaying on your bar cart (or at least putting towards the front of your fridge).

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    Fred & Friends Gold Cap And Mouse Bottle Opener, $12.89

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    This bottle opener is almost too cute to use. Ahhh, let's be honest, you'll probably reach for it every other night.

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    CB2 Quarry Geode Bottle Stopper, $11.95

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    In the off-chance you don't finish a bottle of wine in one sitting, keep it fresh with this geode stopper. It looks great on top of a bottle or on your bar cart as décor.

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