Smaller versions, containing 18 imp fl oz (510 ml) and 20 fl oz (570 ml) are now also available. Without such a strainer, some bartenders may instead strain by narrowly separating the two pieces after shaking and pouring the drink through the resulting gap. A separate strainer, such as a Hawthorne or Julep strainer, are required for this type shaker if crushed ice is used. The mixing container and bottom are inserted into each other for shaking or used separately for stirring or muddling. The Boston Shaker: A two-piece shaker consisting of a 28 imp fl oz (800 ml) metal bottom and a 16 imp fl oz (450 ml) mixing container made of plastic, metal or (more traditionally) glass.There are at least three varieties of cocktail shaker: Then it is shaken vigorously for around 10 to 18 seconds, depending upon the size and temperature of the ice. A shaken cocktail is made by putting the desired ingredients (typically liquor, fruit juices, syrups, liqueurs and ice cubes) in the cocktail shaker.
