The Boston shaker is one of the must have tools for any bartender or mixologist. It is such a simple piece of construction with it's two components - two cones, one metal, and one glass.
Once the cocktail has been chosen by you and/or your guest, you will prepare the glassware necessary, then build the drink in the Boston shaker. Begin by filling the mixing glass about 2/3 full of ice, next pour the ingredients into the mixing glass, and finally place the metal tin on top of the glass and give it a sharp tap on the base to make sure that you have a tight seal. You can certainly build the drink in the metal side, however you are then missing out on one of the important aspects of the mixing glass - THE SHOW! By building in the mixing glass it gives you the opportunity to wow everyone in the room with anticipation of what is being created.
Once you have created a tight seal you will pick up the shaker and shake for about 15-20 seconds. While shaking, it is important to keep the metal side facing your guest and the mixing glass facing the back bar. In the event that you don't have a tight seal and the shaker separates, the mixing glass and contents will hit the back bar and not your guest.
Once finished shaking you will hold the shaker with the metal side on the bottom and give it a sharp tap with the heel of your hand where the two cones come together, this will break the seal and allow you to serve this delicious cocktail.
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