French shaker, copper finish
French shaker, copper finish

French shaker, copper finish

£22.00

A two-piece all-metal shaker with a close-fitting cap instead of a second tin. Tapered shape, no built-in strainer, a more classic look for a home or hotel bar.

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Description

A French, or Parisian, shaker is a two-piece all-metal design: a tapered body and a close-fitting cap that seats over the top rather than a second tin. There's no built-in strainer, so you'll need a separate Hawthorne or julep strainer to pour off the finished drink — the shaker itself only builds, shakes and seals. The tapered shape and copper finish give it a more classic, elegant look than a plain tin-on-tin set, which is why it's popular for a home bar or anywhere the shaker sits out on display.

It's a fair trade to go in with your eyes open about: the snug-fitting cap can be firmer to break the seal on than tin-on-tin, and a busy commercial bar generally finds tin-on-tin faster to work through shift after shift. Choose this one for the look and the ritual of using it, or if you'd rather not deal with two loose tins. As with any plated finish, hand washing rather than a dishwasher will keep the copper looking good for longer.

Specification

Material Copper-plated stainless steel
Pieces 2 (body and cap)
Capacity Approx. 500ml / 17oz
Strainer Not built in — use with a separate Hawthorne or julep strainer
Care Hand wash recommended to preserve the finish

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Questions about this product

Do I need a separate strainer with a French shaker?

Yes. Unlike a cobbler shaker, a French shaker has no built-in strainer in the cap, so you pour through a separate Hawthorne strainer held against the rim, or a julep strainer if you prefer. This is the same setup most bartenders use with a Boston shaker, so if you already own a strainer for that, it will work here too u2014 you don't need to buy a strainer specific to this shaker.

Why choose a French shaker over a Boston shaker?

Mostly for the look and the way it handles. The tapered, capped design feels more like one solid object than two loose tins, and many people find it a satisfying thing to use and to leave out on display. It's not faster or better at making the drink u2014 a Boston shaker does the same job and is generally quicker to seal and break for high-volume use, which is why most busy bars still reach for tin-on-tin.

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