MUDDLERS
AVA 2 Wood Muddler for Cocktails Mojito Drinks, 8 Inch Durable Wooden Muddler Set Pestle Kitchen Bar Tools and Bartender Gadgets
Brand: AVA Color: 2 Wooden Muddler Features: Release extraordinary fresh flavor combinations directly into your mojitos and mixed drinks with this 8 inch natural wood muddler! Wooden muddlers are great for making aromatic cocktails. This wooden muddler concocts various delectable drinks. Crush mint for mojitos, rosemary for whiskey, or fruit for fresh sangria. Featuring a flat head, this muddler is ideal for maximizing efficiency when grinding herbs that do not require a lot of force to release the oils or juices. Simply place your herbs or fruit in the bottom of your glass, add some simple syrup or alcohol, and use the head of this muddler to mash the herbs until their flavors are extracted into the perfect cocktail! This muddler's length is 8" length which provides a comfortable, secure grip, making it useful in taller mixing glasses. Impress your guests with a cocktail using only the freshest of ingredients! A great wooden cocktail muddler for bar, restaurant or home. Can be used for meshing potatoes, vegetables and other baby food, or crush up things such as cookies to be used as cake toppings This wooden muddler has a natural brown color and its highly polished finish gives this bar utensil a very sleek and upscale appeal! Alcohol-proof, this muddler will stand up to multiple concoction creations! Impress your guests with a cocktail using only the freshest of ingredients! Details: This is a great muddler! The wood is good quality, and it has a handy shape. Use it to muddle cocktails or to make lemonade. Works perfectly, washes easily. Durable and is great for making guacamole even with the ripest avocado. EAN: 0687181844083 Package Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.9 x 1.5 inches
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A muddler is a bar essential that every bartender uses when making cocktails like the Mojito, Caipirinha, Caipiroska, Mint julep, or Old-fashioned. Designed for smashing and muddling, it helps release the flavors and aromas of different herbs and spices or extract the juice from fresh fruits.
Using this bar tool will make a lot of difference with your drink’s taste and texture as it brings out the character of the ingredients and integrates them into your beverage.
Types of Muddlers
- Wood. Most bartenders prefer using wooden muddlers over other options as they offer more versatility for tackling everyday bar tasks. They are especially useful for muddling delicate herbs like mint leaves, but they can also perform tough jobs like cracking ice. Wood muddlers come in two shapes: straight and curved like a miniature baseball bat. They typically have a flat bottom. Due to the wood’s porous nature, these muddlers tend to absorb and trap pungent flavors and aromas, which they may impart into another drink.
- Stainless Steel. Stainless steel muddlers have the same baseball bat design. Typically, they come with pointed teeth on the bottom to allow more efficient muddling. They are also durable enough for crushing hard ingredients such as nuts and other spices. Unlike wood muddlers, these tools are easy to clean and maintain.
- Plastic. Plastic muddlers are perfect for extracting juice from citrus fruits, berries, and other produce. They are less expensive and low maintenance, making them a practical option for most home bars. However, they are less durable than wood or stainless steel muddlers and tend to be challenging to use when wet as they get slippery.
Things to Consider Before Buying a Muddler
- Handle. You don’t want to have hand cramps every time you’d like to enjoy a drink. To ensure ease of use, choose a muddler with a comfortable handle that will fit snugly in your hands. Most wood muddlers come with a rounded top that tapers inwardly for easy holding. If you prefer stainless steel or plastic, there are muddlers with a rubberized handle to allow non-slip grip.
- Finish. Lacquer, paint, varnish, and other finishes may provide additional aesthetic appeal to muddlers, but they will likely chip over time and possibly mix in the drinks. To be safe, you may want to choose high-quality, food-grade materials with a smooth, natural finish.
- Size and Weight. As a general rule of thumb, a muddler should be taller than the glass or cocktail shaker you are using to enable you to reach its bottom without hurting your knuckles. Also, an excellent muddler should have a nice weight that will lessen your hand’s stress when grinding but not too heavy that your arms will get tired too quickly.
- Care / Maintenance. The major challenge when using wooden muddlers is keeping them clean as they are prone to bacteria and mold growth. For easy clean-up and maintenance, look for stainless steel or plastic muddlers.
Advanced Mixology carries a great selection of muddlers to meet all your bartending needs. Shop now!