Basic Cocktail Tools

Shakers and Shaking


There are two types of shakers for bartending, 3 piece tin which consist of the main tin, a strainer lid and a cap. Add the ingredients to the main tin, replace the strainer lid and cap then give it a good shake, once cool enough remove only the cap and strain through the holes. This is a good option for home use as it combines two products in one. This style is called a Cobbler first introduced in the late 1800’s. Bonzer first Cobbler style shaker was introduced in the 1930’s. (insert photo)

The more commonly found shaker in bars today is the Boston shaker which comprise of a tin and a glass or two tins or tin on tin as they are commonly known which comprise of a 28oz and 18oz capacity tins. Tin on tin are more popular today, this is sometimes known as a French shaker. This combination will create two dinks at a time. Tin on tin should fit easily together without the need of too much pressure and due to the properties of metal will help with the cooling down process you are looking for.

Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker S/S - Set 20oz & 28oz

The Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker Set is the perfect addition to any professional bar. This set includes two shaker tins, one that holds 28 ounces and one that holds 20 ounces. The tins are made of high-quality stainless steel and feature a weighted base for a comfortable grip and a perfect seal. The shakers also have a unique triple band design that adds to their classic look.

£22.74
Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker S/S - 28 oz

The Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker is a high-quality, stainless steel shaker that is perfect for creating cocktails at home or in a professional setting. The shaker is made from thick, durable materials that will stand up to regular use, and the weighted base ensures that it is easy to flip and pour. The shaker also features a tapered design that helps to create a tight seal, preventing spills and messes.

£13.79
Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker S/S - 20 oz

The Bonzer Heritage Boston Shaker is a high-quality, stainless steel shaker that is perfect for creating cocktails at home or in a professional setting. The shaker is made from thick, durable materials that will stand up to regular use, and the weighted base ensures that it is easy to flip and pour. The shaker also features a tapered design that helps to create a tight seal, preventing spills and messes.

£12.47
Bonzer Boston Shaker Distressed Steel - 18/28oz Set Boxed

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£17.31
Bonzer Boston Shaker Distressed Steel - 28oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£10.01
Bonzer Boston Shaker Distressed Steel - 18oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£7.73
Bonzer Boston Shaker Distressed Steel - 16oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£5.37
Bonzer Boston Shaker Gold - Boxed set two shakers

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£23.19
Bonzer Boston Shaker Gold - 28oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£12.75
Bonzer Boston Shaker Gold - 18oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£12.11
Bonzer Boston Shaker Copper - 28oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£12.75
Bonzer Boston Shaker S/S - Boxed set two shakers

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£16.60
Bonzer Boston Shaker S/S - S/S 28oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£8.93
Bonzer Boston Shaker S/S - S/S 18oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£7.28
Bonzer Boston Shaker S/S - S/S 16oz

Elevate your bartending with Bonzer Boston Tins: precision-crafted stainless steel tins for pros and enthusiasts. Secure, spill-free shake. Weighted for balance. Durable for busy bars. Effortless mixing, sleek look. Versatile, easy to clean. Perfect your cocktails with style and functionality.

£4.84
Bonzer Mona Lisa Cocktail Shaker - 20oz

Elevate cocktails with the Mona Lisa Cocktail Shaker. Practical art deco masterpiece blends user-friendly design, craftsmanship, and creativity for novice to expert mixologists, offering a symphony of sensational drinks in style.

£12.31
Bonzer Mixing Vessel - 650ml
£9.91

Stirring

Today you can find many different styles of spoon on the market but what we consider to be important is the length and what you want to achieve. A bar spoon should have a minimum length of 27cm. One of our most iconic designs is our Bonzer bar spoon which was developed over 80 years and has been an industry standard since its introduction. Featuring a 5ml bowl, twisted shaft and round disc end. A must have for any bar or home.

Japanese style of spoons such as a tear drop spoon is primarily designed for use in cocktail mixing glasses filled with ice and gently stirred to cool down the drink. Slim spiralled stem deigned for grip and comfort as you stir repeatably. Holding the spoon between thumb and first two fingers with the shaft running between the middle fingers. The spoon is tilted slightly to sit under the ice allowing you to move all the ice smoothly around inside the mixing vessel.

The spoon can measure 2.5ml or 1/12 fl oz of liquid, useful for small measures. 2.5ml is half a traditional Bonzer bar spoon.

Bonzer Mixing Spoon - SS  End 25cmMuddler

The Bonzer Mixing Spoon, a pro's choice, is a 10.5" classic with 5ml spoon, muddler end, and spiralled shaft for layering drinks. It crushes herbs, stirs, and garnishes cocktails. Features durable construction and easy cleaning. Ideal for pros, home bartenders, and cocktail enthusiasts. Get yours now for incredible drinks!

£7.79
Bonzer Telescopic Bar Spoon

Add an element of surprise and fun to your cocktails with the sought-after telescopic bar spoon featuring the embossed Bonzer logo. The spoon extends to the length of 415mm (162mm folded). The 5ml bowl is angled at 30 degrees for comfortable stirring.

£8.32
Droplet Mixing Spoon - SS 30cm

The Droplet cocktail mixing spoon from Bonzer is a classic Japanese style available in three sizes 30cm, 40cm and 50cm options and three colours: stainless steel, copper and gold plate.

£5.55
Triple Spear Mixing Spoon - SS 30cm

The Triple Spear cocktail mixing spoon from Bonzer is a classic Japanese style available in three sizes 30cm, 40cm and 50cm options and three colours: stainless steel, copper and gold plate.

£5.65

Straining

There are a variety of strainers available on the market, the question is what are you straining from? If you are straining from a cocktail tin (2 piece) the Hawthorne Strainer is good and popular choice and argably. If you are straining directly from a mixing glass a Julep strainer or sprung Julep is a good option. Straining holds back the ice and fruit when pouring into the glass, to take the process one step further introduce a fine strainer. (insert link) This process is called double straining which further removes the fine ice fragments that can form during the shaking process.  

Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer Boxed - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer has been designed to fit securely into the mixing glass or tin. The devil horns, which are charicaristic of the Bonzer hawthorne strainers rest securely ontop of the tin.

£11.35
Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer Boxed - Distressed Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer has been designed to fit securely into the mixing glass or tin. The devil horns, which are charicaristic of the Bonzer hawthorne strainers rest securely ontop of the tin.

£13.00
Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer Boxed - Gold

The Bonzer Heritage Hawthorne Strainer has been designed to fit securely into the mixing glass or tin. The devil horns, which are charicaristic of the Bonzer hawthorne strainers rest securely ontop of the tin. 

£26.67
Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer Boxed - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer has been designed to improve control when pouring drinks, making it the perfect tool for throwing drinks.

£8.52
Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer Boxed - Distressed Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer has been designed to improve control when pouring drinks, making it the perfect tool for throwing drinks.

£7.90
Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer Boxed - Gold

The Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer has been designed to improve control when pouring drinks, making it the perfect tool for throwing drinks.

£18.14
Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer Boxed - Copper

The Bonzer Heritage Julep Strainer has been designed to improve control when pouring drinks, making it the perfect tool for throwing drinks.

£16.49
Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep Strainer Boxed - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep is a great option for switching from one style of drink to another. 

£10.71
Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep Strainer Boxed - Distressed Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep is a great option for switching from one style of drink to another. 

£11.76
Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep Strainer Boxed - Gold

The Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep is a great option for switching from one style of drink to another.

£23.45
Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep Strainer Boxed - Copper

The Bonzer Heritage Sprung Julep is a great option for switching from one style of drink to another.

£18.30
Bonzer Heritage Fine Strainer Boxed - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Fine Strainer features a wide collar with fine quality mesh for shaken cocktails. 

£10.45
Bonzer Heritage Fine Strainer Boxed - Distressed Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Fine Strainer features a wide collar with fine quality mesh for shaken cocktails. 

£10.02
Bonzer Hawthorne Strainer 2ears - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Hawthorne Strainer is a classic bar tool that is essential for making cocktails. It has a unique design with two "devil horns" that rest on top of the mixing glass or shaker tin, and a spring that helps to prevent ice from slipping through. The Bonzer Hawthorne Strainer is made from high-quality stainless steel, making it durable and long-lasting. It is also dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.

£9.66
Bonzer Hawthorne Strainer round - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Sprung Julep is a classic bar tool that has been used by bartenders for generations. It is made from durable 204 stainless steel and features an antique style spring with a thicker coil for even better straining. The Bonzer Sprung Julep is perfect for making juleps, mint juleps, and other cocktails that require straining. It is also great for use with ice, making it a versatile tool for any bartender.

£9.53
S/S Oval Julep Strainer

The S/S Oval Julep Strainer is a classic bar tool that is perfect for making cocktails like juleps, mint juleps, and old fashioneds. The strainer has a long, oval shape that fits over the top of a mixing glass or shaker tin. The fine holes prevent ice and fruit from getting into your drink, while the built-in lip makes it easy to pour without spilling.

The S/S Oval Julep Strainer is made from quality stainless steel, so it is durable and easy to clean. It is also dishwasher safe, so you can easily keep it sanitary.

 

£3.20
Bonzer Heritage Strainer Set - Distressed Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Strainers Set features all of the tools you need to strain any cocktail. Included is the Heritage Fine Strainer, Heritage Sprung Jupel, Heritage Fine Strainer and Heritage Hawthorne Strainer.

£44.42
Bonzer Heritage Strainer Set - Stainless Steel

The Bonzer Heritage Strainers Set features all of the tools you need to strain any cocktail. Included is the Heritage Fine Strainer, Heritage Sprung Jupel, Heritage Fine Strainer and Heritage Hawthorne Strainer.

£41.98
Bonzer Heritage Strainer Set - Copper

The Bonzer Heritage Strainers Set features all of the tools you need to strain any cocktail. Included is the Heritage Fine Strainer, Heritage Sprung Jupel, Heritage Fine Strainer and Heritage Hawthorne Strainer. 

£74.10

Measuring

The same is true in cocktail making as it is in cooking, carefully measured and balanced ingredients make all the difference. Accurate measures are an important part of mixing cocktails. To date there are few one size fits all measures which means for truly accurate measures you will need several different sizes. Depending on which country you are from the measures vary. In the UK a single measure is 25ml, 20ml is a standard measure in Europe and 1oz (30ml) in US and Canada. Bonzer offers a variety of size variations starting at 25ml all the way up to 250ml (large glass) wine measure as single sided measures. Single measures offer more accuracy due to their manufacturing technique and can therefore be CE approved. Jiggers (dual sided) measures are very popular for cocktail making due to their multifunctional use and the combination of measures featured in one product. In the UK it is a legal requirement to measure Gin, Vodka, Rum and Whiskey in an officially approved measure, approved by National Weights and Measures. Cocktails are different as soon as you mix more than two ingredients together this rule no longer applies. 

Japanese Jigger - Copper 1/2oz with markings

This popular jigger design has a narrow waist which allows for a stylish pour when held between the fingers.

£9.26
Japanese Jigger - Gold 1/2oz with markings

This popular jigger design has a narrow waist which allows for a stylish pour when held between the fingers.

£9.26
Japanese Jigger - S/S 1/ 2oz with markings

This popular jigger design has a narrow waist which allows for a stylish pour when held between the fingers.

£9.26
Japanese Jigger - S/S 25/50 ml

This popular jigger design has a narrow waist which allows for a stylish pour when held between the fingers.

£5.48
Japanese Jigger - Copper 25/50 ml

This popular jigger design has a narrow waist which allows for a stylish pour when held between the fingers.

£9.26
Bonzer Standard Jigger - NCE - 30/60ml NCE

The Bonzer 30/60 Jigger is a durable stainless steel tool with two measuring thimbles on each end. It speeds up drink preparation in bars, allowing quick creation of cocktails and various drink sizes. Made from Hospital Grade Stainless Steel, it features a 3-ring Bonzer design and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.

£5.89
Bonzer Standard Jigger - NCE - 25/50ml NCE

The Bonzer 25/50 Jigger is a durable stainless steel tool with two measuring thimbles on each end. It speeds up drink preparation in bars, allowing quick creation of cocktails and various drink sizes. Made from Hospital Grade Stainless Steel, it features a 3-ring Bonzer design and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.

£6.23
Cocktails Made Easy Measure by Bonzer - Clear

The Easy Jigger®: your go-to cocktail measure for home and pro bartending. Its unique design, with clear red markings visible from above, offers versatile grip options. Ranging from 1.25 ml to 60 ml (1/24 oz to 2 oz), it displays both ounce and millilitre measurements. Crafted from durable food-safe plastic, it's more readable and sturdy than glass or steel. Magnetic base and stability lugs ensure ease of use. Created by Simon Difford, crafted by Bonzer.

£8.30
Bonzer Standard Jigger - NCE - 20/40ml NCE

The Bonzer 20/40 Jigger is a durable stainless steel tool with two measuring thimbles on each end. It speeds up drink preparation in bars, allowing quick creation of cocktails and various drink sizes. Made from Hospital Grade Stainless Steel, it features a 3-ring Bonzer design and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.

£5.92

Muddling

Used to bruise and squash fruit and herbs in a shaker to release the flavour ahead of the shaking step. Mojito is a classic cocktail that uses this technic to release the flavour from the mint leaves. Quite simply a long round wooden, stainless steel or plastic rod either with a blunt end of with serrated teeth. 

Bonzer Wooden Muddler 10 inch

The Bonzer Cocktail Muddler is the perfect tool for making your favourite cocktails. The serrated end easily crushes ice and fruit, while the smooth end perfectly fits in the palm of your hand. The Bonzer is made of high-quality beechwood and is to clean for quick clearing.

£39.15
Bonzer S/S Wooden Muddler 10 inch

The Bonzer Cocktail Muddler is the perfect tool for making your favourite cocktails. The serrated end easily crushes ice and fruit, while the smooth end perfectly fits in the palm of your hand. The Bonzer is made of high-quality beech and stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.

£38.30
Bonzer S/S Muddler 10 inch

The Bonzer Cocktail Muddler is the perfect tool for making your favourite cocktails. The serrated end easily crushes ice and fruit, while the smooth end perfectly fits in the palm of your hand. The Bonzer is made of high-quality stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.

£39.30
Bonzer Acetal Muddler 10 inch

The Bonzer Cocktail Muddler is the perfect tool for making your favourite cocktails. The serrated end easily crushes ice and fruit, while the smooth end perfectly fits in the palm of your hand. The Bonzer is made of high-quality acetal and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.

£39.09
Bonzer Black Muddler serrated - Standard
The Bonzer Cocktail Muddler is the perfect tool for making your favourite cocktails. The serrated end easily crushes ice and fruit, while the smooth end perfectly fits in the palm of your hand. The Bonzer is made of high-quality stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
£13.46

Citrus & Garnish Tools

Citrus fruit is used is so many cocktails whether it is one of the main ingredients as juice, garnish for decoration or additional flavour from the peel. Tools to quickly achieve what you need are essential in any bar or home bar. A simple potato peeler does the trick, but we prefer to use a speed peeler from either Kisag or Triangle due to the razor-sharp blade and comfortable handle. Channel knives are also very useful for cutting thing slivers or spirals of zest quickly and consistently.

Extracting the juice from lemons and limes quickly is must and one of the quickest ways is to use a Mexican Elbow citrus press. Cut the fruit in half and place in the press and give a good squeeze over the mixing tin or measure to measure out the exact amount needed.

The bar knife, an essential tool for preparing citrus fruit ahead of squeezing the juice or preparing garnish. There are so many different knives out there designed for many different tasks in the kitchen and many of them won’t be suitable for the task of cutting citrus fruit, we tend to find smaller knives are ideal for preparation work, nothing larger than 15cm, something like 4” Deglon Surclass paring knife. 

Bonzer Mexican Elbow Citrus Press - Standard

The Bonzer Citrus Press also known as a Mexican Elbow allows effortless squeezing of citrus fruits.

£25.75
Triangle Triangular Canal Knife

The channel knife in a V-shape is a classic barkeeper tool in a new and improved version.

The 6 mm wide notch of the blade cuts deep into the skin of (citrus) fruit and vegetables creating ribbons and notches. The fixed penetration depth makes it very easy to use.

The blade is made of carefully sharpened stainless steel and is durably sharp.

Dishwasher safe, made in Solingen /Germany.

£6.70
Triangle Square Canal Knife

A classic barkeeper tool in a new and improved version.

The 6 mm wide notch of the blade cuts deep into the skin of (citrus) fruit and vegetables creating ribbons and notches. The fixed penetration depth makes it very easy to use.

The blade is made of carefully sharpened stainless steel and is durably sharp.

Dishwasher safe, made in Solingen /Germany.

£6.70
Triangle horizontal peeler - 50mm
£8.64
Triangle zester
£6.95
Deglon Surclass - Paring Knife - 4" Black
£6.37