Microplane has packed five clever tools into one compact wooden block, ready to lift everything from cocktails and mocktails to mulled wine and hot chocolate.
Anyone who has ever tried to zest a lime over a drink with a kitchen knife and a lot of optimism will see the appeal here. Microplane has launched its new Style Line Bar Tool Set, a five-piece kit designed to add flavour, aroma and a bit of polish to whatever you’re pouring at home.
What’s in the block
It all lives in a compact, premium wooden block, which keeps every tool close at hand and doubles as a rather smart design feature for the kitchen, drinks trolley or home bar. You can choose from three finishes: Nordic Ash, All Black and Classic Walnut.
The five tools are:
Bottle Opener: opens crown-cap bottles with ease.
Y-Peeler: has a serrated blade for peeling citrus fruits, cucumber and other fruit and vegetable garnishes.
Mini Zester-Grater: features Microplane’s signature photo-etched, ultra-sharp blade, made in USA. It’s built for finely grating citrus zest, fresh ginger, chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg and other spices directly over drinks.
Classic Citrus Zester: creates fine, aromatic strands and longer curls of zest from lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruit and other citrus fruits, which is handy for garnishes that catch the eye.
Channel Knife: has two cutting ends for making fine or wider decorative strips and twists from citrus peel and fruit or vegetable skins.
Not just for cocktails
This isn’t a set only for the shaker crowd. Microplane pitches it for cocktails and mocktails, but also mulled wine, hot chocolate, smoothies and everything in between. Think a grating of nutmeg over a winter warmer, or a twist of orange peel on a Sunday family brunch jug. It’s the sort of small finishing touch that makes a drink feel like you’ve made an effort, even if you’ve barely moved from the sofa.
With the colder months here and hosting season creeping closer, a set like this could also make a very handy gift for anyone who loves entertaining or enjoys a cosy night in.
Price and where to buy
The Microplane Style Line Bar Tool Set has an RRP of £99.95. You can find it at Simmer & Slice and at Simon Rogan, where the Classic Walnut set is listed.
If your home bar needs a glow-up before the party season, head to either retailer and pick your finish.
