JULEP Strainer [MEZCLAR] Cocktail Strainer
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JULEP Strainer [MEZCLAR] Cocktail Strainer

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The JULEP Strainer [MEZCLAR] is one of the classic strainer styles in bartending, instantly recognisable by its broad, perforated, spoon-like body. Today it is particularly associated with the Mixing Glass and cocktails prepared by stirring.

Made from stainless steel, it keeps the clean, professional appearance of a working bar tool: helping retain ice inside the vessel while allowing a controlled pour into the serving glass.

Ideal for Martini, Manhattan, Negroni, Boulevardier and other stirred cocktails, but with a history that reaches back to the Julep long before the modern cocktail bar.

 

   

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JULEP Strainer [MEZCLAR] Cocktail Strainer

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The JULEP Strainer [MEZCLAR] is one of the classic strainer forms in cocktail culture. Its broad, perforated, spoon-like body immediately distinguishes it from a Hawthorne Strainer and makes it particularly well suited to use with a Mixing Glass.

Made from stainless steel, this version keeps the simple, functional appearance of a traditional bartender tool. It does not need a decorative finish to explain its purpose: its shape, perforations and method of use tell a story that began in the 19th century and continues in modern cocktail bars today.

Where does the name JULEP Strainer come from?

The name is connected with the historic family of drinks known as Juleps. Today, the best-known example is the Mint Julep, but Julep-style drinks have a history extending back more than two centuries.

By the beginning of the 19th century, written descriptions already referred to American Juleps as spirit-based drinks flavoured with mint. The recipes were not limited to bourbon: brandy, rum and whiskey were all used in different periods and variations.

Bourbon later became the dominant base, while the Mint Julep developed a particularly strong association with the American South and Kentucky.

What is a Mint Julep?

The modern Mint Julep is one of the most recognisable classic American cocktails. Its contemporary formula is built around a small number of ingredients:

  • bourbon;
  • sugar or sugar syrup;
  • fresh mint;
  • plenty of crushed ice.

It is served extremely cold, traditionally in a metal Julep Cup filled with crushed ice and finished with a generous bouquet of fresh mint.

The Mint Julep is also famous for its association with the Kentucky Derby, becoming part of the cultural identity of the event and of American cocktail tradition.

Why does a Julep Strainer look like a spoon?

The shape is not accidental. The Julep Strainer has its roots in perforated spoon-like utensils used during the 19th century.

Originally, tools of this type were not necessarily used in exactly the same way a bartender uses a Julep Strainer with a Mixing Glass today. One well-known historical explanation is that the perforated spoon could be held directly against the rim of the drinking vessel while consuming a Julep.

Its purpose was simple: to help keep ice and mint leaves inside the glass rather than allowing them to reach the drinker's mouth.

And what about the moustache story?

One of the better-known anecdotes surrounding the Julep Strainer suggests that the perforated barrier was appreciated by moustached gentlemen because it helped keep mint and ice away from their facial hair.

It is an entertaining piece of bartending folklore and worth mentioning, but it should not be treated as the single definitive explanation for the origin of the tool.

From the guest's glass to the bartender's hand

The role of the Julep Strainer gradually changed over time.

A perforated utensil once associated with the way an iced Julep was consumed eventually became a professional bartender tool.

Today, it is one of the three easily recognisable strainer types found in cocktail bars:

  • Hawthorne Strainer;
  • Fine Strainer;
  • Julep Strainer.

Its modern role is particularly connected with the Mixing Glass and stirred cocktails.

Why is it well suited to a Mixing Glass?

Cocktails prepared by stirring generally contain liquid ingredients and relatively large ice cubes. Unlike many shaken cocktails, they do not normally contain significant amounts of fruit pulp, muddled fruit or herbs that require very fine filtration.

For this reason, the perforated body of a Julep Strainer is well suited to its main task: retaining the mixing ice while allowing the cocktail to flow into the serving glass.

Its gently curved form sits naturally inside the vessel, while the handle gives the bartender control during pouring.

What does STIRRING mean?

Stirring is the technique of mixing cocktail ingredients with ice inside a Mixing Glass using a Bar Spoon.

The aim is controlled chilling and dilution while maintaining a denser, less aerated texture than would generally result from shaking.

Once the desired temperature and dilution have been achieved, the cocktail is separated from the preparation ice with a strainer and poured into the serving glass.

Classic cocktails for a Julep Strainer

This style of strainer is particularly well suited to cocktails prepared by stirring, including:

  • Dry Martini;
  • Manhattan;
  • Negroni;
  • Boulevardier;
  • Martinez;
  • Vieux Carré;
  • Rob Roy;
  • Old Fashioned, when prepared in a Mixing Glass;
  • stirred Signature cocktails.

In these situations, the Julep Strainer separates the properly chilled and diluted cocktail from the ice used during preparation.

Julep Strainer vs Hawthorne Strainer

Although both are used to strain cocktails, their construction is different.

  • Julep Strainer: perforated body without a coil spring, particularly associated with Mixing Glasses and stirred cocktails;
  • Hawthorne Strainer: fitted with a flexible coil spring and commonly used together with a shaker;
  • Fine Strainer: fine-mesh strainer designed to catch pulp, seeds and very small particles.

These are not absolute rules. Bartenders may adapt their tools according to the vessel, cocktail and personal working style, but the Julep Strainer and Mixing Glass remain one of the classic pairings in bartending.

Stainless-steel JULEP or JULEP COPPER plated?

The two versions keep the same classic Julep Strainer concept but create different visual impressions.

  • JULEP stainless steel: classic, neutral and professional appearance that combines easily with almost any bar-tool set;
  • JULEP COPPER plated: more decorative, elegant and visually noticeable on the bar station;
  • both versions: retain the classic perforated shape and are well suited to Mixing Glasses and stirred cocktails.

If you prefer a simple and visually coherent bar set, the stainless-steel version is likely the more versatile choice. If the appearance of the tools plays a larger role in the presentation of the bar, the COPPER plated version offers additional visual impact.

The beauty of a simple bar tool

The Julep Strainer is interesting precisely because its design does not require complicated elements. A perforated metal surface, the right curvature and a handle are enough to perform a function that has remained relevant for more than a century.

In stainless steel, this simplicity becomes even more obvious. The tool sits naturally beside a Mixing Glass, Jigger and Bar Spoon without visually competing with the other equipment on the station.

How to use it

Prepare the cocktail by stirring it with ice inside a Mixing Glass.

Once the desired temperature and dilution have been reached, position the perforated part of the Julep Strainer inside the Mixing Glass.

Hold the strainer securely with one finger and tilt the vessel towards the serving glass.

The cocktail flows through the perforations while the ice used during stirring remains inside the Mixing Glass.

Cleaning and care

After use, rinse the strainer as soon as practical to remove cocktail residue before it dries.

We recommend hand washing with water and liquid detergent. Clean the perforations carefully as small residues can remain in the openings.

Avoid abrasive sponges, metal brushes and cleaning materials that may unnecessarily scratch the stainless-steel surface.

After washing, rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth before storage.

Key features

  • Brand: MEZCLAR
  • Brand origin: United Kingdom
  • Type: Julep Strainer
  • Category: Cocktail Strainer
  • Material: stainless steel
  • Appearance: stainless steel / metallic
  • Design: classic perforated, spoon-like body
  • Coil spring: no
  • Recommended use: Mixing Glass
  • Associated technique: stirring
  • Ideal for: stirred cocktails
  • Recommended care: hand wash
  • Surface protection: avoid abrasive cleaning materials and unnecessary scratching

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Julep Strainer?
A Julep Strainer is a cocktail strainer with a broad, perforated, spoon-like body. In modern bartending, it is particularly used with a Mixing Glass for cocktails prepared by stirring.

Where does the name Julep Strainer come from?
The name is connected with the historic Julep family of drinks. Perforated utensils of this type were associated with the serving and consumption of iced Juleps before evolving into the modern professional bar tool.

What is a Mint Julep?
The modern Mint Julep is a classic American cocktail made primarily with bourbon, sugar, fresh mint and crushed ice. It is strongly associated with Kentucky and the Kentucky Derby.

Is a Julep Strainer only used for Mint Juleps?
No. Today, it is particularly used for stirred cocktails prepared in a Mixing Glass. The name reflects the history of the tool rather than limiting it to the Mint Julep.

What is the difference between a Julep Strainer and a Hawthorne Strainer?
A Julep Strainer has a perforated body without a coil spring and is especially associated with Mixing Glasses. A Hawthorne Strainer uses a flexible metal coil and is commonly used with a cocktail shaker.

Is it suitable for Martini?
Yes. Martini is one of the classic stirred cocktails for which a Julep Strainer can be used together with a Mixing Glass.

Which other cocktails is it suitable for?
Manhattan, Negroni, Boulevardier, Martinez, Rob Roy, Vieux Carré and many Signature cocktails prepared by stirring.

How should it be cleaned?
Hand washing with liquid detergent is recommended. Avoid abrasive cleaning materials and dry the strainer with a soft cloth after cleaning.

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Data sheet

Material:
Metal
Color:
Silver / Metal
Lenght - cm:
16
Width - cm:
7.5
Weight - Kg:
0.055
MINIMUM quantity to order:
1 Piece
Informative - Nr pcs. / set:
12
Tariff Code:
7323 9300

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