Hawthorne Copper Bar Strainer

Ben Caldwell's Copper Hawthorne Strainer is made individually by hand of pure copper, including the spring, and fastened with brass rivets.  The shape is based on the elegant and beautiful ginkgo leaf, which is hand-hammered to give it texture.  Its beautiful craftsmanship will provide a touch of luxury to any home bar.

The classic Hawthorne style strainer was first used at the Hawthorne Café in Boston, MA, in 1892 and has been in constant production ever since.  This bar staple is used to filter out the ice, fruit, herbs, and other ingredients of a cocktail as it is being poured into the glass.  It became popular after fresh, clean ice became widely available year-round and continues to be popular right up to the present day.