cocktail shaker
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Definition
Noun: A container, typically a cylindrical vessel with a tight-fitting lid, used to mix, chill, and aerate the ingredients of a cocktail by shaking vigorously.
Usage
A cocktail shaker is an essential bartending tool. It is used to combine spirits, juices, syrups, and ice to create a well-blended and chilled drink. The standard method involves adding ingredients and ice to the shaker, sealing it, and shaking it energetically for a short period before straining the liquid into a serving glass.
Examples
- The bartender used a cocktail shaker to make a perfect martini.
- For a proper daiquiri, you really need a good cocktail shaker.
- She received a stainless steel cocktail shaker as a housewarming gift.
Advanced Usage
- "Boston Shaker": A two-piece shaker consisting of a mixing glass and a slightly larger metal tin that seals over it. It is a common professional style.
- "Cobbler Shaker" (or "Three-Piece Shaker"): A shaker with three parts: a body, a built-in strainer, and a cap. It is often considered more user-friendly for home use.
Variants and Related Words
- Shaker (n): A general term for a container used for mixing by shaking. A is a specific type of shaker.
- Mixing Glass (n): A large glass beaker used for stirring, rather than shaking, cocktails.
Synonyms
- Drink mixer
- Bar shaker
Related Phrases
- "To shake a cocktail": The action performed using a cocktail shaker.
- He knows how to shake a cocktail properly.
- "To strain from a shaker": To pour the mixed drink out of the shaker, typically using a built-in or separate strainer to hold back the ice.
- Strain the mixture from the shaker into a chilled glass.
Noun
- a shaker for mixing cocktails