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Fine Mesh Strainer
All Barware, StrainersAfter a lot of searching I finally found an inexpensive fine mesh strainer I like. The mesh is rolled into the rim and held firmly in place. The handle is one piece that runs through the strainer and isn't spot welded on. It won't pop off and because it's stainless steel it won't discolor. Did I mention that this is a fine mesh strainer? It's not so tightly woven that it's hard to clean but unlike other so called fine mesh coco strainers it will actually catch all your mint and basically all of your ice shards. Also, I think it looks fantastic! More importantly though, I suppose, is that it's light and the basket is just the right size. I like that it's handle is properly proportioned and isn't so gigantic that it gets in my way!$6.95- Very fine mesh; catches ice and mint bits
- Mesh is rolled into the rim
- Handle runs through the rim; not spot welded on
- Not too long; 6.5” total and 3” handle
- Very light
- Made of stainless steel
- Dishwasher safe
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M-TAKA Silver 50cc Bitters Bottle
All Barware, Bitters BottlesThese glass bitters bottles look great behind the bar or on the shelf at home. They’re simple, elegant, and add a dash of sophistication to your kit. If you’re a huge Harry Potter fan like I am they’ll make you feel like you’re mixing up a real magic potion. Who knows, maybe you are? 😉 Pretty is nice, but functional is better! This bottle is made by M-TAKA in Japan and is 50ml. It’s comfortable to hold between your fingers in a variety of positions and flip for a dash. It’s also very important when making cocktails or creating new ones that the dash is consistent. Believe it or not it’s really something that can break the balance of your drink. I did a bit of quasi-scientific testing and determined that this dasher, when consistent force is applied, produces a 0.2ml dash give or take 0.02ml. It of course will change as the bottle gets very close to empty. Given that the bottle holds ~40ml or 225 dashes when filled to the top of the bulb I don’t think you’ll get too low during one shift. If you’re making 50 old fashioned’s in a row you may need a bigger bottle! A few tips on a consistent dash:$25.95- Apply consistent force when dashing. Don’t be too gentle or forceful.
- Don’t let the bottle get almost empty.
- A common mistake is to flip the bottle over quickly as part of your first dash. Don’t do this! It traps an air bubble and makes your first dash really small. Instead, tilt it over a bit slower making sure there is no trapped air. Don’t worry, the bottle won’t leak but it will ensure your first dash is the same as your subsequent ones.
- Stylish and functional
- Comfortable to hold and use
- 50ml / 45ml when filled to the top of the bulb
- Holds ~225 dashes when filled aesthetically
- Produces ~0.2ml dash*
- Made by M-TAKA in Japan
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M-TAKA Silver Yarai 85cc Bitters Bottle
All Barware, Bitters BottlesThese seamless glass bitters bottles look great behind the bar or on the shelf at home. They’re cut with a beautiful Yarai pattern, look stunning, and add a heavy dash of sophistication to your kit. If you’re a huge Harry Potter fan like I am they’ll make you feel like you’re mixing up a real magic potion. Who knows, maybe you are? 😉 Beyond being my favorite looking bitters bottle it’s also quite functional. Being 85ml it’s perfect for often used bitters like Angostura or Peychaud's. Because of the long tapered stem it’s comfortable to hold between your fingers in a variety of positions and flip for a dash. The dasher top uses a cork seal and unlike some others that I’ve used the cork doesn’t come off after being refilled a certain number of times.$29.95- Stylish and functional
- Yarai pattern cut into glass
- Comfortable to hold and use
- 85ml capacity
- Made by M-TAKA in Japan
- Apply consistent force when dashing. Don’t be too gentle or forceful.
- Don’t let the bottle get almost empty.
- A common mistake is to flip the bottle over quickly as part of your first dash. Don’t do this! It traps an air bubble and makes your first dash really small. Instead, tilt it over a bit slower making sure there is no trapped air. Don’t worry, the bottle won’t leak but it will ensure your first dash is the same as your subsequent ones.
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Yukiwa 30cm Silver Teardrop Barspoon
All Barware, BarspoonsThese Yukiwa bar spoons are my favorite for a lot of reasons. The tight twist of the shaft feels great and makes them easy to control while stirring. The edges aren’t sharp but still provide a good grip. I’ve also noticed a lot of poorly designed bar spoons that have little to no curve at the spoon and I hate that; it’s like working with a flat paddle! The Yukiwa is set at a nice 30° angle. This angle helps when stirring to reduce agitation and keep air bubbles from forming in the liquid. The teardrop at the top is perfectly sized and weighted to maintain a good balance; it isn’t top or bottom heavy at all. This makes it easier to maintain control and avoid the annoying clinking and clanking of the glass we all try to avoid! Lastly the spoon itself has nicely rounded edges, which may not seem like a big deal until you’ve seen some of the poorly stamped bar spoons that look like unfinished sheet metal. A good stir is an art form. It takes lots of practice! A good barspoon is a pleasure to use, makes learning easier, and improves an already great stir. Did I mention that these look fantastic? 😄$29.95- 30cm long
- Teardrop design
- Fine twist makes for easy handling
- Angled spoon allows for a proper stir; keeping air bubbles out and reducing agitation
- Perfectly balanced; not top or bottom heavy
- Nicely finished edges and thoughtful design show real craftsmanship and quality
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Yukiwa 35cm Silver Teardrop Barspoon
All Barware, BarspoonsThese Yukiwa bar spoons are my favorite for a lot of reasons. The tight twist of the shaft feels great and makes them easy to control while stirring. The edges aren’t sharp but still provide a good grip. I’ve also noticed a lot of poorly designed bar spoons that have little to no curve at the spoon and I hate that; it’s like working with a flat paddle! The Yukiwa is set at a nice 30° angle. This angle helps when stirring to reduce agitation and keep air bubbles from forming in the liquid. The teardrop at the top is perfectly sized and weighted to maintain a good balance; it isn’t top or bottom heavy at all. This makes it easier to maintain control and avoid the annoying clinking and clanking of the glass we all try to avoid! Lastly the spoon itself has nicely rounded edges, which may not seem like a big deal until you’ve seen some of the poorly stamped bar spoons that look like unfinished sheet metal. A good stir is an art form. It takes lots of practice! A good barspoon is a pleasure to use, makes learning easier, and improves an already great stir. Did I mention that these look fantastic? 😄$29.95- 35 cm long
- Teardrop design
- Fine twist makes for easy handling
- Angled spoon allows for a proper stir; keeping air bubbles out and reducing agitation
- Perfectly balanced; not top or bottom heavy
- Nicely finished edges and thoughtful design show real craftsmanship and quality
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Yukiwa Boston Shaker Tins
All Barware, ShakersShaker tins are a dime a dozen, right? They give them away for free at just about every promotional event and some bars even provide them for their staff. So why would you need to pay $70 for a set of what is essentially metal cups? Well let me tell you! 😊 Yes, these are made in Japan, they have a beautiful finish, a stylish bit of detail work, and are made of high quality 18/8 Japanese stainless steel. But what I love about these is that they’re are truly workhorses. They aren’t weighted but they are very well balanced. For those of you that like to channel a bit of the late Sasha Petraske they’re perfect for a double shake that starts with smashing your tins together. Thats because there’s no spot welded weight to eventually come loose. These are also the only tins I’ve ever used that have never gotten stuck on me. They seal perfectly and release well every time. Why? The smaller tin is designed so that the taper to the base starts further down. Check out the diagram.$79.95- Beautiful finish with stylish details
- Made from Japanese 18/8 stainless steel
- Are very resistant to getting stuck together; I’ve never done it yet
- Stand up well to abuse
- Perfectly balanced making a weight unnecessary
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Yukiwa Dance Jigger
All Barware, JiggersThese look just as good in person as they do in the pictures! These Yukiwa Dance jiggers stand out as a true work of art and craftsmanship. They’re well balanced and flip easily, polish to a mirror finish, and feel as luxurious in hand as they look. They measure 1oz and 1.5oz but lack any interior markings which I think is due to their unique shape. Lets be honest though; you aren’t buying this jigger because you need your hand held on a 3/4oz pour! They’re impressive and beautiful. I get more comments about this jigger than just about any other piece of equipment or asset I have! 😏$49.95- Absolutely stunning design; I get tons of comments
- Amazing finish quality
- Balanced nicely and flips easily
- Feels luxurious in hand
- Measures 1oz / 1.5oz
- Made by Yukiwa in Japan
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Yukiwa Japanese Matte Silver Jigger
All Barware, JiggersThis classic jigger is a true staple when it comes to bartending tools.On the interior of this 1oz / 2oz jigger it has inner markings of 0.5oz, 0.75oz and 1.5oz. This makes it the perfect choice for all necessary measurements when making cocktails. Made out of high quality 18/8 Japanese stainless steel with matte finish it’s very durable and easy to use.$16.95- 1oz / 2oz jigger with 0.5oz, 0.75oz and 1.5 oz markings
- Durable
- Flips easily
- Made by Yukiwa in Japan
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Yukiwa Japanese Silver Jigger
All Barware, JiggersThis classic jigger is a true staple when it comes to bartending tools.On the interior of this 1oz / 2oz jigger it has inner markings of 0.5oz, 0.75oz and 1.5oz. This makes it the perfect choice for all necessary measurements when making cocktails. Made out of high quality 18/8 Japanese stainless steel it’s very durable and easy to use.$12.95- 1oz / 2oz jigger with 0.5oz, 0.75oz and 1.5 oz markings
- Durable
- Flips easily
- Made by Yukiwa in Japan
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Yukiwa Japanese Silver Jigger Small
All Barware, JiggersThis classic jigger is a true staple when it comes to bartending tools.On the interior of this 0.5oz / 1oz jigger it has inner markings of 0.25oz and 0.75oz. This makes it the perfect choice for small measurements when making cocktails. Made out of high quality 18/8 Japanese stainless steel it’s very durable and easy to use.$9.95- 0.5oz / 1oz jigger with 0.25oz and 0.75 oz markings
- Durable
- Flips easily
- Made by Yukiwa in Japan
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Yukiwa Mr. Slim Jigger
All Barware, JiggersThe Mr. Slim Jigger by Sano Works in Japan is a poplular design and with good reason. The durable mirror finished exterior and gold band make this both classy and functional. On the interior of this 1oz / 2oz jigger there is a marking for 1.5 oz. It’s light, flips easily, and is comfortable to hold. With its strong lines and sharp angles it reminds me of a smartly dressed gentleman but even though it’s a bit masculine I use it often!$29.95- 1oz / 2oz jigger with 1.5 oz marking
- Durable mirror finish
- Flips easily
- Masculine design
- Made by Sano Works in Japan
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Yukiwa Silver Baron Hawthorne Strainer
All Barware, StrainersThese traditional Hawthorn strainers look gorgeous and are just as classy as everything else made by Yukiwa. The strainer is one piece Japanese 18/8 stainless steel except for the coil which comes off easily for cleaning. The two prongs fit nicely on both shaker tins and mixing glasses. The + shape hole pattern is simple and classy. Yukiwa is etched into the handle but I like that there isn’t a brand logo cut out of the metal. I’ve personally had the silver and gold Yukiwa Hawthorne strainers for over two years now and they both still look like new after nightly use. That being said, I don’t run them through the dishwasher because they’re easy enough to clean by hand.$20.95- Made from Japanese 18/8 stainless steel
- Solid, one piece design
- Coil removes easily for cleaning
- Durable finish stands up to nightly use
- Fits on shakers and mixing glasses
- Made by Yukiwa in Japan
