Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian shares his 7 home bar must-haves, from $10

Geoffrey has multiple shakers, including silver ones that look like lighthouses. "Whatever you put in it, it always brings conversation!" he says. His are antique, but I tracked down this new lookalike at Bed Bath & Beyond. More fun shakers below!

I think we can all agree this stainless steel cocktail shaker is out of this world! It's made by Viski, a brand beloved by mixologists for its stylish glasses and barware.

Don't be surprised if you have a line of guests marching right up to this little guy. The Art Deco-inspired winner holds 18 ounces. "This might be the cutest cocktail shaker on the market," wrote one fan. "It is gorgeous stainless steel and in addition to the cute penguin head, it also stands on little penguin feet and it has two little penguin arms at the sides. Great quality conversation piece ... and it works!"

Geoffrey famously tosses back multiple double espressos a day, so of course he found a way to use a mini electric frother — usually reserved for coffee-and-milk drinks — at his home bar. "It really comes in handy when you add egg whites to a cocktail," he says. 

This gem from Zulay Kitchen is a Yahoo shopping editor favorite and a total bargain at $10.

Many classic cocktail recipes call for bitters, which are spirits made with roots, spices, citrus peels and other botanicals — they're a must for Geoffrey. "The infinite flavor profiles can change the same drink with the same liquors — just by adding a different level and type of bitters. It’s the umami of the bar!" he says.

He keeps a wide variety at home, but I like this three-bottle set because it includes some of the most well-known bitters out there. It's a great starter kit!

Geoffrey considers shakers, strainers and glass beakers key bar accessories, and luckily most fall under $100, with strainers and beakers often costing much less.

Though he didn't specify any brands, I'm a huge proponent of Oxo gadgets, and this steel cocktail strainer gets an impressive 5,600 five-star ratings on Amazon. "I love that this strainer is exactly what it’s supposed to be," wrote one shopper. "It is lightweight but sturdy. I have had compliments from other bartenders who think it works great. It’s not too flashy, but it doesn’t leak or cause any issues. I also have not had the wire fall off on me yet. I’m a big fan."

If you're stirring, not shaking, your cocktails, you'll want something sturdy to mix them in that has a spout for pouring. Enter the glass beaker. 

This one, made by Hiware, has a classy etched design and a weighted bottom so you can stir to your heart's content without worrying about it tipping.

Geoffrey's advice: Go for it and give your booze a designated spot. "A very special cart on wheels exists for your particular space," he says. "Just make sure it does not overwhelm the area."

If you're working with limited square footage, look for a slim unit with at least two tiers and built-in bottle and glass racks (like this one from Mahancris) to maximize storage. Scroll on for another cute cart.

Geoffrey loves an antique bar cart and if you too are a fan of yesteryear style (but would rather buy new) consider this rubberwood option. The finish is a rich burgundy, a very on-trend color in home design right now. Brass accents add a touch of glamour.

Geoffrey believes fancy cocktails deserve fancy ice — plus it's worth noting too-small pieces can dilute your drink — so he's in the market for an ice press. These gadgets transform cubes into spheres and other shapes, including custom designs. Many run well into the hundreds of dollars; this one I found from Vevor costs $90.