Mesh Tea Strainer: This is a great way to polish drinks to make them look great (i.e. removal of raspberry seeds, pulp, etc.). Also, great for filtering out wine crystals, for those who don't appreciate them.
Knife: A good sharp knife helps make great garnishes. The cutting position can be awkward and put a lot of pressure on your wrist, leading to a repetitive strain injury. If you use a dull knife, you have to exert more pressure, leading to injury.
Bottle Opener: a good one will help save your wrist and palms.
Ice Scoop: Pick a decent sized one, not a 6 ounce scoop. Get something like a 12oz or 16oz scoop that is cylindrical in nature, not square, it will help funnel ice into the glass, not around it.
Wine Key (Cork Screw)
Pour Spouts: A few extra are always handy for when a liqueur bottle gets the pour spout stuck
Funnel: Great for getting stuff into bottles, like simple syrup etc.
Lighter / Matches: Most establishments are going smoke free, but lighters and matches are still useful for lighting candles and
flaming orange peels.
Can Opener: You need one of those old style punch openers to get at the pineapple juice, coconut cream and apple juice.
Cocktail Accessories
Cocktail
Drink Coolers Cocktail Books
Stainless Steel Freeflow Pourer
Plastic Cocktail Fish Bowl 100oz / 2.9ltr
Professional Boston Cocktail Shaker
Jigger Spirit Measure
Twisted Mixing Spoon
Paper Cocktail Umbrellas
Hawthorne Cocktail Strainer
Bar Caddy Classic Bendy straws 8 inch
black Bartending Equipment
Woven Wooden Salad Bowl 8"
Curved Melamine Bowl White
Polycarbonate Dredger 12oz
Colour Coded Chopping Board Yellow LDPE 1/2inch
Square Vinegar & Oil Dispenser 5oz / 140ml
Eiffell Tower Salt Shaker
Aluminium Egg Slicer
Non Stick Silicone Baking Mat
Stainless Steel Double Walled Wine Cooler
American Stainless Steel Malt Cup 30oz
The Font Round Beverage Tub
Stainless Steel Oval Party Tub Diamond Design
Galvanized steel ribbed oval party tub
Storage Jars
Red Party Cups
Catering Equipment
Mini Fridges
Cocktail Sets
Beer Bongs
Drink Dispenser
Drinking Jars
Tagines
Port Sippers
Apollo chrome spring wine bottle holder
Glassware
Glassware Gift Sets Novelty Glasses Plastic Glasses Glassware Ranges
Branded Glasses Wine Glasses Champagne Glasses Cocktail Glasses
Shot Glasses Hiball Tumbler Glasses Old Fashioned Tumbler Glasses
Beer Glasses
Brandy Glasses Coffee Glasses Bottles Stem Beer Glasses
Tankards & Stein Glasses
Decanters & Carafes Punch Bowls and Cocktail Fish Bowls
CE Mark Glasses
Pint Glasses Half Pint Glasses Martini Glasses Margarita Glasses
Bomb Shot Glasses Sherry & Port Glasses Aperitif, Digestif &
Liqueur Glasses
Appetiser Shot Glasses and Dessert Shot
Glasses
Ceramic Drinkware Water Glasses Giant Glasses Jugs & Pitchers
Dessert Bowls
Glassware
Glassware Capacities Information
Glassware volumes listed on drinkstuff.com are calculated to the brim of the glass. Please be aware that most drinks will not be served to the brim, particularly when serving wine.
Handmade glassware volumes may vary slightly.
Some of our glassware is in US packaging so will feature US fl oz.
1 US oz = 1.04 Imperial oz = 29.57ml
1 Imperial Pint = 20 Imperial oz = 19.22 US oz = 568ml
2 Some manufacturers list pint and half pint volumes with slight differences. For example, you might see a Half Pint glass listed as 280ml, 285ml or 290ml depending on the manufacturer.
Half Pint = 10 Imperial oz = 284ml
Pint = 20 Imperial oz = 568ml
One Third Pint = 6.7 Imperial oz = 189ml
Two Third Pint = 13.3 Imperial oz = 379ml
beer glasses: pint glasses and yard of ale, the German beer stein and the glass beer boot. classic beer tankards, tulip pint glasses, conical pint glasses, and even plastic pint glasses.
cocktail glasses offer martini glasses and margarita glasses as well as some unique cocktail glasses to give your drinks a professional look. For something a bit stronger, just browse our brandy glasses, sherry glasses and our port glasses, perfect for use as aperitif glasses and digestif glasses.
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Savoie Wine Glasses 12.4oz / 350ml
The Great British Dimple Mug 20oz / 568ml
Hot Shot Glasses 1.2oz / 35ml
Half Pint Hiball Glasses CE 10oz / 285ml
Port Sipper Set with Four Sippers
Plastic Half Yard of Ale
Islande Double Shot Glasses 2.1oz / 60ml
Cognac & Brandy Warmer with Glass
Steps for a Clean Bar and Nightclub
It takes less than 20 seconds for a potential customer to decide if they’re going to enter your bar or nightclub and become a customer. Bad odors and unclean spaces will give a negative first impression, potentially causing people to turn around and go to the establishment next door.
Taking proper steps throughout the day to keep your bar clean will make a big difference and will keep you bringing in the profits. Many of the cleaning issues that bars and nightclub faces are similar to those in restaurants. Some other quick tips include keeping carpets shampooed regularly, dusting light fixtures and ceiling fans and making sure to properly maintain wood flooring.
As with any food-related establishment, it’s important to check with your local health department to learn about the codes and regulations you must meet.
They differ from state to state and sometimes even for counties or cities. That’s why talking to the health department is vital for your business. Once you have an understanding of your local code, here are some cleaning tips for bar and nightclub owners, managers and employees to keep in mind.
1. Always clean the soda gun and its holder. Soda guns sit in those warm, moist holders. You need to clean and soak them daily to ensure bacteria does not grow there and get into your customers’ drinks. A Beverage Tower Brushcan help scrub nozzles on your soda gun.
2. Keep your floor drains clean.
Floor drains can be helpful when it comes to cleaning floors and getting rid of dirt and oils, but many businesses forget that those drains need to be cleaned as well.
Floor drains tend to be warm, moist environments that are breeding grounds for bacteria. Not only
does this pose a food safety concern, it can be a source for bad odors in your business as well. Use a floor drain brush regularly to keep the bacteria away.
3. Keep your equipment clean. Certain equipment, like blenders and mixers need to be cleaned throughout your service as they become dirty. Other equipment, such as your refrigerators, fryers and stoves also need regular cleaning and maintenance. This will help with appearance and keep your expensive equipment working longer.
4. Your glassware is your moneymaker. Before you make any drink, take a close look at your glassware. If it has a chip, water stains or just doesn’t look clean, DON’T USE IT. Customers do not want to drink from anything but crystal clear glassware. To maintain it, avoid stacking glasses, never touch the inside or the rim and make sure you have the proper cleaning and sanitizing equipment to make your glassware safe for customers.
5. Clean under matting. Many bars and nightclubs put glassware and other supplies on mats behind the bar. While many mats are designed for ventilation, dirt, food particles and other bacteria can get underneath. At the end of the night, remove, clean and sanitize the matting and the surface underneath them. Allow everything to dry fully before putting matting back in place.
6. Let your bottles sparkle. Bars love to showcase their premium spirits, which is a great way to upsell customers and earn a higher profit. Don’t let those displays get dusty. It’s important to wipe down all of the bottles at least once a day to avoid dirt buildup. Make sure to seal them at the end of service to keep unwanted guests, like bugs, out. When your bottles are clean, they’ll sparkle under your bar or nightclub’s lighting, making those drinks more attractive to your guests.
7. Keep taps clear. Just like it’s important to keep your bottles clean, you need to keep your beer taps clean as well. Health codes also require taps to be closed off at the end of service to keep fruit flies out. Invest in a
brush and plug designed specifically for your taps to keep them clean and fly-free.
8. Keep garnishes fresh. Use a garnish tray that allows for ice to keep your lemons, limes, olives and cherries at the proper temperatures. At the end of the night, refrigerate any leftovers, making sure to date the items so you can track their freshness.
9. Clean your floors. Spilled drinks, food and cigarette ashes probably line your bar or nightclub’s floor by the end of the night. Make sure to mop and sanitize your floor at the end of the night. Also, make sure staff member keep an eye on the floor throughout the night to ensure any spills are quickly cleaned.
10. Don’t forget the bar and tables. These areas can get sticky by the end of the night. Make sure to clean and sanitize using approved cloths and solutions. Keep a sanitizer pail filled with the proper levels of cleaning solution and a clean cloth handy for cleaning throughout the night. Sanitize all condiment bottles and containers daily.
11. Keep restrooms clean. Designating an employee to make sure restrooms are cleaned and fully stocked throughout the night will help
you avoid restroom complaints and problems. The more you maintain the restroom’s cleanliness throughout the night, the easier the cleanup will be later.
12. Make a cleaning schedule and stick to it. None of these cleaning tips matter if they’re not being enforced. Designate employees to clean certain areas during each shift and hold them accountable. Post the schedule in a designated spot for employees to check out daily so they know what to clean and how often.
Taking steps to keep your bar or nightclub in top shape will only help your bottom line. Customers who enter an enjoyable atmosphere are more likely to
stay longer, which means they’ll buy more drinks and improve your bottom line.
Self- Check 1.2-1
Direction: Select the correct answer from the choices listed below each item. Write your answer on your answer sheet.
1. A metal bar accessory used to remove ice from a mixed drink as it is poured into the serving glass.
a) cocktail shaker b) cocktail strainer c) muddler d) pour spouts 2. Use for filtering out wine crystals, raspberry seeds, pulp, etc.
a) fruit press b) pour spouts c) funnel d) mesh tea strainer 3. A device used to mix beverages by shaking. It also allows for a quicker
cooling of the drink before serving.
a) cocktail shaker b) cocktail strainer c) muddler d) citrus zester 4. A device used by bars to serve various types of carbonated and
non-carbonated drinks. It has the ability to serve any beverage that is some combination of syrup, water and carbon dioxide.
a) soda gun c) muddler
b) fruit press d) citrus zester
5. Great for stirring, scooping, layering and rapping the knuckles of garnish buffet deviants while they try to feast on the garnish tray.
a) soda gun b) shaker c) bar spoon d) none of these
Answer key 1.2-1
1. B 2. D 3. A 4. A 5. C