How to Stock a Bar Cart From Scratch, by Budget

There are so many special bottles that you may want to eventually collect. I love this Japanese Whiskey for hot toddys. And Absinthe is something I rarely use, but it's fun to have for special recipes. Since liquor lasts forever-ish, it's ok to buy things you won't use as often. Although, every time I buy a special bottle I inevitably start searching for more ways to use it!