This stainless steel five-piece bartender starter kit includes everything you need. It helps you make balanced, high-quality cocktails at home.
Essential Cocktail Set Overview:
- Japanese double-sided jigger: A sleek, easy-to-hold measuring tool designed for accurate pours. The two-sided design lets you quickly measure 1 ounce or 2 ounces. It helps you keep recipes consistent and drinks perfectly balanced.
- Two-piece Boston cocktail shaker set with Hawthorne strainer: This classic bartender’s shaker has a 28 oz large tin and an 18 oz smaller tin. They fit together for a tight seal and efficient shaking.
Ideal for chilling and mixing cocktails fast, it comes with a Hawthorne strainer. The strainer fits securely on the shaker and strains out ice and ingredients. This gives you a smooth, clean pour.
- Weighted Japanese bar spoon with long spiral handle: Built for control and comfort, the long twisted handle makes stirring easy and precise, while the weighted end improves balance in your hand. Perfect for smoothly stirring classic cocktails in a mixing glass, layering drinks, and reaching the bottom of tall glasses with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are The Essential Bar Equipment Specs?
Below is an overview of the essential bar tool specifications.
| Jigger Specs For Bartender Starter Pack | |
| Standard Jigger Capacity | 30ml Jigger and 60ml Cocktail Jigger (1 – 2 Ounce Jigger) |
| Internal Marking Lines | 7.5ml, 15ml, 22.5ml, 30ml, 45ml (1⁄4, 1⁄2, 3⁄4, 1 1⁄2 oz) |
| Material | Easy To Clean Stainless Steel |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Type | Double Sided Jigger |
| Shaker Set Specs For Cocktail Starter Kit | |
| Height | 12.7 cm (5”) and 17.8 cm (7”) |
| Capacity | 532 ml (18 oz) and 828 ml (28 oz) |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Strainer Type | Hawthorne |
| Barspoon Specs For Home Bar Starter Kit | |
| Length | 40 cm (15.75”) |
| Cocktail Spoon Bowl Size | 5 ml (1 teaspoon) |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
These essential tools make for a great addition to your bar cart!
How Do I Use The Jigger In This Cocktail Bar Starter Kit?
To use the jigger in this bartender starter set follow these steps.
- Review the recipe and map out your pours:
Look at the required amounts for each ingredient of your essential bar supplies (for instance, 1.5 oz liquor, 0.75 oz juice, 0.5 oz syrup). Choose which end of the jigger matches each quantity so you can measure fast and consistently. - Grip the jigger properly:
Pinch it around the center so it feels balanced and secure. - Measure precisely when pouring:
Gently add the ingredient to the jigger until it meets the rim or the indicated mark. If you’re using the jigger’s full capacity, fill it right up to the top. For the most accurate read, hold the jigger at eye height and stop pouring the moment the liquid reaches the correct level.
- Add the measured liquid to your shaker in the cocktail essentials kit:
Tilt the jigger and pour the measured amount into your shaker. Allow it to empty completely before moving on to the next ingredient. - Measure ingredients one at a time:
Go through the cocktail recipe and pour each component separately. Doing this for every item keeps the cocktail steady in flavor and well balanced. This consistency of taste is a key reason this is an essential home bar tool. - Clean the jigger when necessary:
When moving between bold essential home bar items—such as bitters, liqueurs, or sweet syrups—quickly rinse or wipe your jigger. This prevents leftover traces from affecting the next pour in your beginner cocktail set equipment. - Complete the drink as directed:
Once everything is measured and added, shake or stir according to the instructions, then strain into the glass and serve a great cocktail.
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How Do I Use The Shaker Essential Bartending Tool?
Here is a clear, step-by-step guide on how to use the shaker in this beginner mixology set.
- Get Your Equipment and Ingredients Ready Before starting, set out all your bar essentials. Grab your home bartender starter kit. Keep an ice bucket nearby and collect all the ingredients for your cocktail so you can work smoothly.
- Put the Ingredients in the Shaker Measure each component with the jigger, then add it to the smaller shaker tin of the mixologist starter kit. Start with non-alcoholic liquids such as juice, simple syrup, or other mixers. Add the spirits last so mistakes are less costly if you overpour.
- Add Ice Cubes Put ice into the larger shaker tin of cocktail starter pack. Add enough to bring it to about half to two-thirds full.
- Seal the Shaker Correctly In The Mixed Drink Starter Kit Pour the mixture from the smaller tin into the larger one, then set the small tin inside the large tin at a slight angle. Push down firmly to form a snug seal. When sealed well, the shaker should feel stable and shouldn’t rock or shift.
- Shake the Cocktail Hold the cocktail shaker with the smaller tin turned toward your body, so if any liquid escapes it soaks you, not your guest. Set one hand on each tin. Grip it like a football, bracing it with two fingers from each hand, and support the base with your non-dominant hand.
When you shake, use a gentle curved path instead of a rigid back-and-forth stroke. The arcing motion makes the ice travel in a loop, smoothing and rounding the cube edges. After shaking, check the ice to confirm the corners look softened. A straight, linear shake can crack ice into small pieces, which increases surface area and dilutes the cocktail too fast.
As you shake, the cocktail or mocktail shaker will turn cold, showing the ice is cooling the mixture. Most bartenders shake for 10–15 seconds, or until the outside of the tin feels icy and looks frosted. Shaking cools, slightly waters down, and adds air to the drink, which is essential for recipes with citrus, dairy, egg whites, or syrups.
- Release the Seal Once you’ve finished shaking, open the shaker by breaking the seal. Find where the two tins connect and identify the small notch or least secure spot.
Grip and press the sides of the larger tin. Then push the smaller tin away from you at the straight edge. This will pop the pieces apart and separate the halves.
- Strain and Serve Place a Hawthorne strainer into the larger tin and pour the drink into your glass.
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How Do I Use This Bar Starter Set To Stir A Cocktail?
Begin by filling your large shaker tin with ice, then pour in your spirits and other mixers. Next, use the guide below to stir properly using this beginner bartender kit.
Stirring Instructions For Cocktail Making Starter Kit:
1. Grip the bar spoon with your palm facing up, holding the handle near the end between your index and middle fingers.
2. Press your thumb lightly against the spoon for control.
3. Place the spoon inside the smaller tin, so it rests against the inner wall.
4. Hold the tin bottom from the beginners cocktail kit steady with your hand.
5. Lift your arm so your elbow stays level with the top of the drink.
6. Roll the handle between your index and middle fingers, keeping the back of the spoon in contact with the shaker tins wall.
7. Stir in a steady, smooth motion for about 15 seconds, letting the spoon slide to prevent splashes and excess aeration.
8. Fit the Hawthorne strainer in the cocktail mixer starter on the tin and pour into the serving glass.
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