Welcome to A Bar Above’s anniversary sale, celebrating 13 years of business! Shop all items at shop.abarabove.com– the more you shop, the more you save.
Welcome to Our Anniversary Sale!
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Melanie Tornroth
Content Coordinator & Photographer
Meet Mel, the content coordinator at A Bar Above, who channels her love for storytelling into crafting engaging blogs, emails, and more. A Chapman University alumna, Mel began her professional career as a high school English teacher moonlighting as a wedding photographer, making the leap into the world of mixology content in 2020. Her role keeps her very busy and utilizes all the skills of her past life, combining writing, editing, and lifestyle photography.
When she’s not behind the keyboard or camera, Mel is working out, diving into audiobooks, enjoying a good board game with her husband & kiddo, or surrounded by her small menagerie of cats, dogs, and rabbits. She also frequents fancy cocktail bars for “research” purposes, always on the lookout for the next great drink to share. Her journey from classroom to cocktails has been quite the creative ride, and she’s excited to keep exploring the art of mixology with you. Cheers!
How to Use a Hawthorne Strainer: Tips and Techniques for Perfect Cocktails
Learn how to use a Hawthorne strainer like a pro, with simple tips for smoother pours, better filtration, and perfectly balanced cocktails.
Introducing Our New Glassware Line
Introducing our new line of cocktail glassware, including the Martini glass, coupe glass, highball glass, and rocks glass. Meet them all at A Bar Above!
Introducing Our Cobbler Shaker: The One We Actually Like
We’re not too fond of cobbler shakers, so we decided to make the BEST cobbler shaker on the market. Check it out at A Bar Above!
Meet Your New Bartending BFF: Cocktail Recipe Cards!
Training to be a bartender? Our classic cocktail flashcards will help you learn the recipes you NEED to know, fast. Get yours today at A Bar Above!
2025 Ultimate Gift Guide for Bartenders & Cocktail Lovers
Ultimate Gift Guide for Bartenders and Cocktail Lovers. Chris curated this guide to help make your holiday shopping easier and more fun.
Dry Vs Dirty Martini
Confused about what a dry Martini is and how it differs from a dirty Martini? Let us explain the differences between types of Martinis, including how ingredients like olive juice and vermouth change the drinks.
Introducing Our New 4-Prong Performance Hawthorne Strainer
Discover our 4-prong Hawthorne strainer, easy to use & extra stable. Perfect for beginners, this tool delivers clean pours every time.
Our Cocktail Picks and Bar Mats Just Got a Makeover!
A Bar Above, we make top-quality bar tools for professional and home bars. And now we’re launching two of our best-selling products in new colors.
How AI and Technology are Transforming the Hospitality Industry
AI is everywhere, and the bar & restaurant industry is no exception. Learn more about tech in hospitality and what you can do to keep up at A Bar Above.
How to Create a High-End Beverage Program
Want to create a luxe beverage program for your bar or restaurant, without a high overhead? Learn how to upgrade your bar menu at A Bar Above!
6 Low-ABV Cocktails to Sip After Dry January
Looking for low alcohol cocktails to drink after Dry January? A Bar Above has 6 delicious, low-ABV cocktail recipes to try– Check them out!
