HAWTHORNE STRAINERS
Top Shelf Bar Supply Cocktail Strainer Set: Stainless Steel Hawthorne Strainer, Julep Strainer and Conical Fine-Mesh Strainer
25 ReviewsBrand: Top Shelf Bar Supply Color: Stainless Steel Features: BARTENDERS CHOICE: Designed by a career bartender for working bartenders, these strainers are the most ergonomic, durable and efficient choice. Perfect for light days or deep in the weeds! DURABLE: All three strainers are made with durable SS304 and reinforced welds. Commercial dishwasher safe and guaranteed not to warp, bend, rust or break. ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Rounded handles are designed for comfort and ergonomics. We created these strainers with the busiest shift in mind, to reduce hand strain and wrist stress. Your body will thank you! VERSATILE: Armed with the Hawthorne, Julep and Fine Strainer, you’ll be prepared to make any cocktail that inspires you! From Margarita to Mojito, Old Fashioned to Manhattan or Mai Tai and Martini - you’re ready to mix! SPEED & STYLE: All three strainers have been created with speed in mind, but designed to ensure your drink is perfectly filtered as well. Strain with ease without slowing down service! Details: Professional Grade All-Stainless Steel Strainer Set Including the three strainers every craft bartender needs, this set was designed to include the three best quality strainers available on the market. HAWTHORNE STRAINER: Our custom Hawthorne Strainer was designed from the ground up to be the most comfortable, efficient and durable strainer available. Its ergonomic shape won't rub awkwardly against your finger during service, and the finger grip is the perfect distance to minimize hand strain. JULEP STRAINER: Designed for stirred cocktails, our Julep Strainer is the perfect size and shape for your shaker o rmixing glass. Its shape is comfortable and effective for holding back the ice from your Manhattan, Old Fashioned or Martini. FINE MESH STRAINER: We were frustrated with low-quality fine strainers that damaged easily and whose handles broke off after just a few nights of service. This strainer's welds have been double-reinforced and its 10cm size is big enough to strain quickly and get your cocktails done faster - without sacrificing the quality if the strain. The Last Strainers You'll Ever Need: - Crafted for comfort, letting you keep making drinks all night long without a sore hand - Made with a polished, weld-free and food-grade SS304 Stainless Steel, these strainers will not bend, break, rust or warp. - Durable and dishwasher safe for home or commercial dishwashers EAN: 0855450007150 Package Dimensions: 10.4 x 4.2 x 2.9 inches
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This Chinese tea strainer-inspired tool is called the Hawthorne strainer. They're made of stainless steel metal designed to be flat with a round body and handle. On the body of the strainer, you'll find perforation, a finger tab, a coil, and prongs or wings attached at the edge.
It was initially called a Julep strainer, but people didn't seem to like that since that name already exists for another strainer. They instead named it Hawthorne strainers after a Boston bar, the Hawthorne Cafe. Denny Sullivan owns both the patent and the establishment.
How to Choose a Good Hawthorne Strainer
Universally fits. Hawthorne strainers should fit every kind of shaker and mixing glass. The prong or wings are designed to keep it in place and prevent any residue from getting into the final product.
Tight Coils. When you're shaking, mixing, or muddling drinks, there's a high chance that ice fragments may form in your mix. You need to strain this, or it'll ruin your drink. The tight coil can prevent seeds, herbs, and ice fragments from falling into your serving glass; if you have a loose coil, you'll end up with a dirty-looking drink.
Finger tab position. Some Hawthorne strainers are crafted better than others. The finger tab should be placed near the center to control better the open and closed gate method of straining. If the finger tab is too high, the harder it is to control.
The open and close gate helps you control the flow of your pour and the level of filtration you want for your drinks. Open gates have a high flow rate and regular filtration, while closed gates have a slow flow rate and extreme filtration. You could end up with an open pour if the tab is near the handle and sully your cocktail.
When would you use a Hawthorne strainer?
A Hawthorne strainer is a type of cocktail strainer that is commonly used to strain cocktails that are shaken or stirred with ice. Here are some situations where you would use a Hawthorne strainer:
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After shaking a cocktail: When you shake a cocktail, small ice shards are created that can make the drink cloudy and less enjoyable. Using a Hawthorne strainer allows you to strain out these small ice particles, ensuring a clear and smooth cocktail.
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After stirring a cocktail: When you stir a cocktail, you are chilling and diluting the drink without creating any small ice shards. However, you may still want to strain out any unwanted ingredients, such as fruit or herbs, using a Hawthorne strainer.
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When pouring from a large container: If you are making a large batch of cocktails in a large container, such as a pitcher or punch bowl, you may want to use a Hawthorne strainer to ensure that no ice or large solids make it into the glasses.
Overall, a Hawthorne strainer is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of cocktail-making situations. It is a staple in most bar setups and is an essential tool for any home mixologist who enjoys making cocktails with ice.