A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer – Black

Description

A Bar Above Black Hawthorne Strainer Review

The A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer in Black is designed for controlled cocktail straining after shaking or mixing drinks. A dense, removable coil helps separate ice chips and solid ingredients from the finished cocktail, while the ergonomic design suits repeat use at a home bar.

What Is a Hawthorne Strainer?

A Hawthorne strainer fits over a cocktail shaker tin or compatible mixing vessel. Its perforated body and spring help hold back ice and larger solids while the mixed drink pours into the serving glass. This is particularly useful for bourbon Whiskey Sours and other shaken cocktails.

Features and Specifications

• Finish: Black
• Construction: Food-grade 304 stainless steel
• Strainer body: 129 × 99 mm
• Spring: High-density, removable coil approximately 20 cm long when removed
• Fit: Designed for most standard cocktail shakers, mixing glasses, and pint glasses
• Care: Dishwasher-safe for home and most commercial dishwashers; dry thoroughly
• Design: Ergonomic finger support and durable seamless handle construction

Best For

• Making bourbon Whiskey Sours and other shaken whiskey cocktails
• Straining ice and fruit solids from a cocktail shaker
• Completing a home bartender’s collection of bar tools
• Matching black cocktail accessories

Why Bourbon Fans Will Like It

A reliable Hawthorne strainer makes it easier to pour a chilled cocktail without transferring the ice used for shaking. The tight coil is designed to catch small shards and pulp, and its ergonomic shape helps when making several drinks in succession.

Final Verdict

The A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer in Black is an approachable, professional-style bar tool for anyone who regularly mixes cocktails at home. Its combination of durable steel construction, fine spring, and comfortable handling makes it a practical addition to a bourbon-focused bar setup.

FAQ

What does this Hawthorne strainer do?

It helps strain ice and solid ingredients from shaken cocktails as they are poured into a serving glass.

What material is it made from?

A Bar Above lists food-grade 304 stainless steel.

Does it fit standard shakers?

Yes. It is designed to work with most industry-standard shakers, mixing glasses and pint glasses.

Is the spring removable for cleaning?

Yes. The tightly coiled spring can be removed for thorough cleaning.