HAWTHORNE STRAINERS
Barfly Barfly Cocktail Strainer, One Size, Vintage,M37026VN
Brand: BarflyColor: VintageFeatures: Heavy-duty spring to filter ice and other solids Integral finger stop for easier hold of strainer during pouring Optimal perforation pattern to allow efficient pouring 18-8 stainless steel resists pitting and corrosion Plated items should be hand washed Binding: Kitchenmodel number: M37026VNPart Number: M37026VNDetails: Fine barware for the professional bartender and home enthusiast. Barfly mixology gear has everything you need to shake, stir, and pour The perfect cocktail. The collection is designed to ensure masterful results with a variety of tools for making perfect cocktails. From prep to garnish, this comprehensive line of hard working barware and accessories is designed for precision, control, and accuracy. Add an exciting vibe to your bar or party with Barfly mixology gear professional Tools. They perform consistently well and look great.EAN: 0765301944797Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 2.6 x 1.5 inches
$ 71.99$ 64.49
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Barfly Barfly Heavy Duty Spring Bar Strainer, Stainless Steel
Brand: BarflyColor: Stainless SteelFeatures: Heavy-duty spring to filter ice and other solids Integral finger stop for easier hold of strainer during pouring Optimal perforation pattern to allow efficient pouring 18-8 stainless steel resists pitting and corrosion Dishwasher safe Binding: KitchenRelease Date: 01-09-2017model number: M37026Part Number: M37026Details: Fine barware for the professional bartender and home enthusiast. BARFLY Mixology Gear has everything you need to shake, stir, and pour the perfect cocktail. The collection is designed to ensure masterful results with a variety of tools for making perfect cocktails. From prep to garnish, this comprehensive line of hard working barware and accessories is designed for precision, control, and accuracy. Add an exciting vibe to your bar or party with BARFLY Mixology Gear professional tools. They perform consistently well and look great.EAN: 0765301929701Package Dimensions: 9.8 x 4.5 x 3.1 inches
$ 52.99$ 48.49
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Barfly Barfly Classic Hawthorne Spring Bar Strainer, O/S, Antique Copper
Brand: Barfly Color: Antique Copper Features: Heavy-duty spring to filter ice and other solids. Ensures excellent fit with shakers and mixing glasses Integral finger stop for easier hold of strainer during pouring Optimal perforation pattern to allow efficient pouring 18-8 stainless steel core construction resists pitting and corrosion Heavy-gauge stainless steel for superior durability Binding: Kitchen Details: Cocktails should taste as good as they look. These strainers ensure results are exactly as intended. A variety of styles are offered to meet all your needs. Full Circle spring to fit any mixing glass or tin. Fully perforated strainer head for fast pouring. Extended handle for ease of use. Bend in handle to rest on Shaker or mixing glass. 6 7/8" Overall length. Fine barware for the professional bartender and home enthusiast. Barfly mixology gear has everything you need to shake, stir, and pour the perfect cocktail. The collection is designed to ensure masterful results with a variety of tools for making perfect cocktails. From prep to garnish, this comprehensive line of hard working barware and accessories is designed for precision, control, and accuracy. Add an exciting vibe to your bar or party with Barfly mixology gear professional tools. They perform consistently well and look great. Package Dimensions: 10.6 x 4.5 x 0.7 inches
$ 49.99$ 45.49
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.