CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer [UrbanBAR] – Professional Precision with a Distinctive Finish

Behind every well-crafted cocktail lies more than a recipe. Every movement, every tool and every detail contribute to the final result. From selecting ingredients and shaking the drink to the final pour into the serving glass, precision makes a difference.

The CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer [UrbanBAR] brings this philosophy to a professional cocktail strainer developed in collaboration with renowned bartender Salvatore “The Maestro” Calabrese.

Manufactured from Japanese 18/8 stainless steel, with a 0.9mm material thickness and polished copper-plated finish in a ROSE GOLD tone, this strainer combines solid construction with a distinctive design created for controlled pouring and repeated use behind the bar.

Its special no-prong construction, metal spring and integrated handle notch distinguish it from many conventional Hawthorne strainers.

CALABRESE® – Developed with Salvatore “The Maestro” Calabrese

In the world of cocktails, expertise is built through thousands of drinks, refined techniques and attention to the smallest details.

Salvatore Calabrese, internationally known as “The Maestro”, is a celebrated figure in both classic and contemporary bartending.

His collaboration with Urban Bar contributed to the development of the CALABRESE® collection, a range of professional bar tools designed around the practical requirements of bartenders.

For this Hawthorne Strainer, the philosophy of the collection is reflected in three essential qualities:

• Precision: separating the cocktail from the ice used during preparation.
• Control: positioning the strainer and managing the flow during pouring.
• Functionality: distinctive construction designed for professional bartending.

The polished copper-plated finish adds an elegant visual dimension, making the strainer suitable for professional cocktail stations and premium bar tool collections.

What Makes the CALABRESE® Different from a Conventional Hawthorne Strainer?

At first glance, Hawthorne strainers perform the same basic function: allowing the cocktail to pass from the shaker into the serving glass while retaining ice and larger solid ingredients.

However, differences in construction can affect how the strainer is positioned and handled.

• No-prong design: without the side support tabs found on many traditional Hawthorne strainers.
• Integrated handle notch: designed to help support the strainer against the shaker rim.
• Metal spring: helps retain ice and larger solid ingredients during pouring.
• Japanese 18/8 stainless steel: corrosion-resistant material suitable for frequent use.
• 0.9mm material thickness: contributes to the rigidity of the metal body.
• Polished copper plating: creates a distinctive ROSE GOLD appearance.
• Gift box presentation: also suitable as a gift for cocktail enthusiasts and bartenders.

No-Prong Design – A Different Approach to Hawthorne Straining

Many traditional Hawthorne strainers feature two or more side tabs that help support the tool on the mixing vessel.

The CALABRESE® adopts a different construction known as a no-prong design, eliminating these side extensions.

Instead, its handle incorporates a specially designed notch that helps support the strainer against the rim of the shaker.

This feature allows bartenders to position the tool and control the pour using a technique suited to its design.

In a busy cocktail bar, ergonomic details can contribute to a more organised and repeatable preparation process.

Important: actual fit and stability also depend on the shape, diameter and construction of the shaker being used.

The Metal Spring – The Essential Element of Hawthorne Straining

A Hawthorne Strainer is recognised by the metal spring positioned around its body.

When placed on the shaker, the spring creates a filtering barrier that allows liquid to pass while helping retain ice and solid ingredients.

The CALABRESE® can help retain:

• Ice cubes used during shaking.
• Larger ice fragments created during preparation.
• Fruit pieces remaining inside the shaker.
• Herbs and aromatic leaves used in the recipe.
• Other solid ingredients that should remain in the shaker.

Very small particles may pass through the spaces around the spring. For finer filtration, an additional Fine Strainer can be used.

Copper Plated ROSE GOLD Finish – A Distinctive Bar Tool

The UB122CP version differs from the standard stainless steel model through its polished copper-plated finish, creating a warm ROSE GOLD appearance.

The finish is applied over a stainless steel body.

This means the product is not made entirely from copper. Its base construction uses Japanese 18/8 stainless steel, while the copper plating provides the decorative surface.

The warm metallic tone and polished finish create an elegant contrast with transparent glassware, shakers and other cocktail-making accessories.

The ROSE GOLD appearance is particularly suitable for:

• cocktail bars with a carefully developed visual identity;
• bar stations featuring coordinated metallic tools;
• premium hotels and restaurants;
• events and cocktail catering services;
• Home Bars designed with attention to detail;
• gifts for bartenders and mixology enthusiasts.

For a coordinated presentation, the strainer can be paired visually with shakers, jiggers, bar spoons and other accessories in similar finishes.

Please note: decorative plated finishes require careful maintenance to preserve their appearance.

CALABRESE® + Fine Strainer – The Double Straining Technique

A properly strained cocktail can have a smoother texture and a cleaner presentation, particularly when the recipe includes fresh fruit, citrus or aromatic herbs.

In these situations, the Hawthorne Strainer can be combined with a Fine Strainer using a technique known as Double Straining or Double Strain.

The process involves two levels of filtration:

• First filtration: the CALABRESE® Hawthorne Strainer is positioned on the shaker, retaining ice and larger solid ingredients.
• Second filtration: a Fine Strainer held above the serving glass reduces the smaller particles that pass through the first strainer.

Both strainers are used simultaneously during the same pour.

The aim is to reduce pulp, seeds, herb fragments and fine ice particles reaching the finished drink.

The Fine Strainer is not included and must be purchased separately.

When Is Double Straining Useful?

Not every cocktail requires double straining. The decision depends on the ingredients and the desired final texture.

Double Straining can be particularly useful for:

• cocktails containing freshly squeezed citrus juice with pulp;
• drinks prepared with muddled fruit;
• cocktails containing mint, basil or other aromatic herbs;
• recipes that may produce small ice fragments during shaking;
• cocktails served without the ice used during preparation, where presentation is important.

Double Straining is not mandatory for every one of these drinks. The bartender chooses the technique according to the recipe and the intended drinking experience.

Which Cocktails Can Be Prepared with the CALABRESE®?

The CALABRESE® Hawthorne Strainer is suitable for numerous shaken cocktails that require separation from the ice used during preparation.

• Daiquiri: separating the cocktail from the shaking ice.
• Margarita: straining the drink before serving.
• Whiskey Sour: single or double straining, depending on the recipe.
• Cosmopolitan: pouring the cocktail into the serving glass.
• Gimlet: separating the liquid from the ice.
• Sidecar: straining after shaking.
• Espresso Martini: straining according to the chosen preparation technique.
• Signature Cocktails: original recipes requiring controlled straining.

When ingredients produce fine particles, an additional Fine Strainer can be used for Double Straining.

Hawthorne Strainer vs Fine Strainer – What Is the Difference?

Although both tools are used for cocktail filtration, their functions are different.

• Hawthorne Strainer: positioned on the shaker, primarily retaining ice and larger solid ingredients.
• Fine Strainer: uses a fine mesh to catch smaller particles.
• Hawthorne + Fine Strainer: the combination used for Double Straining.

In a well-equipped professional cocktail station, these tools complement each other rather than always being interchangeable.

Hawthorne Strainer vs Julep Strainer

A Julep Strainer is a perforated metal cocktail strainer with a spoon-like shape and no spring.

It is frequently associated with stirred cocktails prepared in a Mixing Glass.

A Hawthorne Strainer is commonly used for straining from a shaker, where its spring helps retain ice and solid ingredients.

Both are essential bartending tools, but the appropriate choice depends on the preparation method and mixing vessel.

Japanese 18/8 Stainless Steel – The Foundation of the Construction

Beneath its copper-plated finish, the CALABRESE® UB122CP features a body manufactured from Japanese 18/8 stainless steel.

This material is valued in professional bar equipment for its corrosion resistance and suitability for repeated contact with beverages and food ingredients.

The 0.9mm material thickness contributes to the rigidity of the strainer body.

The copper plating provides the decorative ROSE GOLD finish, but it requires different care from the standard uncoated stainless steel UB122 model.

Professional HoReCa Equipment with Home Bar Appeal

The CALABRESE® ROSE GOLD Strainer can be used in professional cocktail stations and carefully equipped Home Bars.

In a cocktail bar, it performs an essential function during the repeated preparation of shaken drinks.

In restaurants and hotels, its copper-plated finish can contribute to a coordinated presentation of professional bar tools.

For mixology enthusiasts, it offers the opportunity to work with a professional tool developed in collaboration with Salvatore Calabrese.

Suitable environments include:

• professional bartending stations;
• cocktail bars and lounge bars;
• restaurants and bistros;
• hotels and hospitality venues;
• events and cocktail catering;
• bartending schools and training courses;
• mixology enthusiasts;
• premium Home Bars.

Care and Cleaning – Hand Wash Only

The copper-plated finish requires careful maintenance to help preserve its appearance.

The UB122CP must not be cleaned in a dishwasher.

For proper care:

• Hand wash only using water and a mild liquid detergent.
• Use a soft sponge or a non-scratching cloth.
• Avoid abrasive pads, hard brushes and aggressive cleaning chemicals.
• Rinse after use, particularly following contact with citrus, fruit and syrups.
• Clean carefully between the coils of the metal spring.
• Avoid unnecessary stretching or deformation of the spring.
• Dry with a soft cloth before storing.

Decorative metallic finishes may change in appearance through wear, friction or exposure to aggressive substances. Gentle maintenance helps reduce these effects.

Important: the care instructions for this copper-plated version should not be confused with those for the standard stainless steel UB122 model.

Technical Specifications – CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer UB122CP

• Product type: Hawthorne Strainer / Professional Cocktail Strainer.
• Brand: UrbanBAR.
• Collection: CALABRESE®.
• Developed with: Salvatore “The Maestro” Calabrese.
• Manufacturer reference: UB122CP.
• EAN: 5060421146119.
• Base material: Japanese 18/8 stainless steel.
• Material thickness: 0.9mm.
• Finish: Polished copper plating, ROSE GOLD appearance.
• Design: No-prong, without side support tabs.
• Straining mechanism: Metal spring.
• Functional detail: Integrated handle notch for supporting the strainer on the shaker rim.
• Length: 20.5cm.
• Width: 11.5cm, according to the Urban Bar 2026 catalogue.
• Weight: Approximately 139g.
• Primary use: Straining cocktails from a shaker.
• Double Straining: Possible when combined with a Fine Strainer.
• Cleaning: Hand wash only.
• Dishwasher safe: No.
• Packaging: Gift box.
• Sales unit: 1 piece.

Frequently Asked Questions – CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer

1. What is a Hawthorne Strainer?

A Hawthorne Strainer is a cocktail strainer with a metal spring, commonly used to separate drinks from ice and solid ingredients when pouring from a shaker.

2. Who is Salvatore “The Maestro” Calabrese?

He is an internationally recognised bartender who collaborated with Urban Bar on the development of the CALABRESE® collection.

3. What does no-prong design mean?

It means the strainer does not feature the side support tabs found on many conventional Hawthorne models.

4. What is the purpose of the notch in the handle?

It is designed to help position and support the strainer against the shaker rim during pouring.

5. Does it fit every shaker?

It can be used with different shaker models, but actual fit and stability depend on the vessel's dimensions and shape.

6. Is the strainer made entirely from copper?

No. The body is manufactured from Japanese 18/8 stainless steel and features a polished copper-plated finish.

7. What is the difference between UB122 and UB122CP?

UB122 is the standard polished stainless steel version, while UB122CP features a copper-plated ROSE GOLD finish. The plated version requires hand washing.

8. What does the metal spring retain?

It helps retain ice cubes, larger ice fragments and solid ingredients remaining inside the shaker.

9. Does it remove fine pulp and seeds?

Not completely. For smaller particles, an additional Fine Strainer is recommended.

10. What is Double Straining?

Double Straining is the technique of using a Hawthorne Strainer and a Fine Strainer simultaneously during the same pour.

11. Is a Fine Strainer included?

No. A Fine Strainer must be purchased separately.

12. Is the copper-plated version dishwasher safe?

No. Hand washing is required to help protect the decorative finish.

13. How should I protect the copper plating?

Avoid abrasive cleaning materials, aggressive chemicals and contact with hard objects that could scratch the finish. Clean gently and dry with a soft cloth.

14. Is it suitable for professional bartending?

Yes. It is designed for cocktail bars and hospitality venues, provided the recommended care instructions are followed.

15. Can it be used in a Home Bar?

Yes. It is suitable for cocktail enthusiasts looking for a professional strainer with a premium metallic finish.

16. Does it come in a gift box?

Yes. The strainer is presented in a gift box.

17. What is the manufacturer's product code?

The Urban Bar reference is UB122CP, and the EAN is 5060421146119.

18. Is the price for one piece?

Yes. The displayed price refers to one CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer.

CALABRESE® COPPER Plated [UrbanBAR] – A Professional Tool with a Distinctive Character

In a well-organised bar, every tool has a purpose. The shaker prepares the cocktail, the strainer separates the ingredients, and the serving glass presents the finished drink.

The CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer [UrbanBAR] combines these practical requirements with a distinctive presentation: no-prong design, integrated handle notch, metal spring, Japanese 18/8 stainless steel construction and polished copper plating.

Developed in collaboration with Salvatore “The Maestro” Calabrese, it is a choice for bartenders who value both functionality and the visual character of their equipment.

Complete your bar equipment with the CALABRESE® COPPER Plated Hawthorne Strainer [UrbanBAR] and discover a professional tool designed for controlled pouring and precise cocktail straining.