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Mix and chill cocktails efficiently with shakers designed for professional bars, restaurants and home drink stations. Choose a classic boston shaker , cobbler style or compatible tin based on your preferred technique and service demands. Our range helps bartenders combine ingredients quickly, control dilution and create consistent drinks during everything from relaxed service to busy evening trade.
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A cocktail shaker is used to mix and chill drinks quickly by shaking ingredients with ice, improving both flavour and texture . In professional settings, two main types dominate:
Boston shakers – a two piece system (usually metal tins) preferred by bartenders for speed, capacity, and durability
Cobbler shakers – a three piece design with built in strainer, often used for ease and convenience
Boston shakers are widely considered the industry standard. They consist of two tins that seal together, allowing quick mixing and easy cleaning, which is why they are used in most professional bars .
GenWare Boston shaker cans, available in sizes such as 18oz and 28oz, are made from stainless steel with weighted bases for balance and control during use . This makes them reliable “workhorses” behind the bar.
Cocktail shakers are ideal for:
Bars and pubs
Restaurants and cocktail venues
Hotels and hospitality groups
Catering and event services
Nightclubs and entertainment venues
Bar-blenders-and-smoothie-makers
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FAQ
What is the difference between a Boston shaker and a cobbler shaker?
A Boston shaker is a two piece system used by professionals, while a cobbler shaker has three pieces with a built in strainer.
Why do bartenders prefer Boston shakers?
They are faster, easier to clean, and better suited to high volume service.
Are cocktail shakers necessary?
Yes, shaking properly chills, mixes, and improves the texture of drinks.
What size cocktail shaker is best?
Common sizes range from 18oz to 28oz, with larger tins used for multiple drinks.
