COCKTAIL ZERO% BAR MANUAL ALEMBIC TOOLS OF THE TRADE COCKTAIL TOOLS FRENCH SHAKER Also known as the Parisian Shaker, this bar tool is a simplified version of the Cobbler Shaker. Although it’s recently become more popular, this shaker is actually quite old. It’s very similar to the Cobbler Shaker but it’s only two pieces and it doesn’t have a built in strainer. It’s also a bit more stylish than the other shaker options. JIGGER The jigger is a two-sided tool used for liquor measurement. The standard jigger comes in two sizes— one ounce and ½ ounce, or 1 ½ ounce and ¾ ounce. Some jiggers also include extra markings, allowing you to measure quantities like 10ml – 15ml - 25ml / 50 or 30ml / 60ml SPEED OPENER The speed opener, sometimes referred to as a bar blade, is a tool that helps to quickly remove crowncap from bottles. Often carried in the pocket, on a belt-magnet, or on a retractable zip-string, this allows you to open many bottles in quick succession with a bit more flair than other openersThe opposite end is essentially a thumb hole that allows you to spin the opener to add more flair to your presentation, but some speed openers are equipped to help with the removal of sticky, stubborn pour spouts. ICE TONGS/ICE SCOOP How else would you pick up ice? And don’t say with your hands or with a glass ! Ice is essential for practically every beverage you create. Make sure you follow health and safety practices and keep one of these tools next to your ice bin.
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