Basic Bar Gear
You know what goes into the drinks, now you need the tools to mix them up. There's no need to go all out, but a few bar tools are absolutely essential if you want to mix up a variety of great drinks:
Cocktail Shaker:Â There are two types of shakers. One is a Boston shaker, which is a two-piece shaker made of a mixing tin and pint glass that is preferred by professional bartenders. The cobbler shaker is a three-piece shaker made of a mixing tin, cap with a built-in strainer, and lid.
Bar Spoon:Â Designed with an extra-long, twisted shaft, this style of spoon is useful for stirring drinks and layering ingredients.
Jigger:Â Used for measuring, jiggers include a cup on each end that makes it easy to measure a shot or half shot when mixing drinks. These are also useful when you have a cocktail recipe that uses "parts" instead of volume measurements.
Strainer:Â When using a Boston shaker or mixing glass, you'll need a separate strainer. The Hawthorne strainer is a popular option, though there are advantages to having a julep strainer around as well.
Muddler: This wooden or stainless steel stick is used to mash fresh produce and essential if for mojitos and mint juleps.
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