Professional Barware | Fontana Hotellerie – F.lli Fontana Hotellerie Srl

The Bartender equipment category of Fontana Hotellerie brings together everything you need to set up a professional cocktail station: shakers, mixing glasses, strainers, jiggers, bar spoons, muddlers and complementary accessories designed for the daily work of bars, hotels, restaurants and foodservice venues. Each item is selected to meet the demands of durability, precision and carefully crafted mise en place that professional service requires.

How to choose bartender equipment for professional use

Material: tools in 18/10 stainless steel guarantee resistance to corrosion, ease of sanitation and compliance with EU food contact regulations on food contact. Some accessories are available with mirror or brushed finishes to meet different aesthetic needs.

Shaker type: the cobbler shaker (three pieces: body, integrated strainer, cap) is versatile and ideal for those starting out or for mixed services; the boston shaker (two pieces, tin + mixing glass) is the standard in professional cocktail bars for speed of execution and control of dilution.

Capacity and format: the choice of capacity (from 350 ml to approximately 850 ml) depends on service volume and drinks to be prepared. For high-traffic bars, it's advisable to have multiple units in the most commonly used sizes.

Set completeness: an efficient station combines shaker, double-measure jigger, bar spoon of 30–40 cm, Hawthorne and julep strainers, muddler and pourers. Purchasing complete sets reduces setup time and ensures aesthetic consistency at the bar.

Main uses in the foodservice sector

Fontana Hotellerie bartender equipment adapts to different contexts: cocktail bars and american bars with intensive service require robust and quick-to-clean tools; restaurants with curated cocktail menus favour elegant finishes and coordinated sets; hotels and resorts appreciate the availability of multiple quantities to cover several stations simultaneously. The entire range is designed to withstand continuous use in the professional kitchen and frequent washing.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose bartender equipment for professional restaurants?

For foodservice use, it is essential to choose tools in 18/10 stainless steel, compliant with EU food contact regulations on food contact and dishwasher safe. Evaluate the shaker type (cobbler or boston), capacity based on service volume and set completeness (jigger, strainer, bar spoon, muddler) to guarantee a functional and aesthetically coherent station.

What are the differences between cobbler and boston shakers?

The cobbler shaker consists of three pieces (body, integrated strainer and cap) and is suitable for mixed services or less experienced bartenders thanks to the built-in strainer. The boston shaker is the reference for professional cocktail bars: two pieces (stainless steel tin and mixing glass) that allow greater speed of execution, precise control of dilution and a more performant opening technique in high-volume services.

What bartender accessories are essential for a professional station?

A complete bartender station for the foodservice sector includes: shaker (cobbler or boston), double-measure jigger for precise dosing, 30–40 cm bar spoon for stirring and layering, Hawthorne and julep strainer for filtering, muddler for crushing herbs and citrus, and pourers. Aesthetic consistency among tools contributes to the perceived quality of mise en place at the bar.

What materials are best for bartender equipment in professional use?

18/10 stainless steel (AISI 304) is the reference material for professional bartender equipment: it does not alter flavours, resists corrosion caused by acidic and alcoholic juices, is sanitizable in dishwashers and complies with EU food contact regulations. Mirror or brushed finishes add aesthetic value without compromising technical performance.