The Fine Strainer BILOXI COPPER plated [UrbanBAR] is a fine mesh cocktail strainer designed to filter small particles that may remain in a drink after shaking or mixing. Its fine metal mesh helps produce a cleaner cocktail by catching unwanted ice shards, fruit pulp, seeds and pieces of herbs before the drink reaches the serving glass.
It complements a Hawthorne Strainer or another primary cocktail strainer and is particularly useful when a recipe or ingredient requires the double strain / double straining technique.
What is a Fine Strainer?
A Fine Strainer, also known as a fine mesh cocktail strainer, is a densely woven mesh strainer used to catch small particles that can pass through a Hawthorne Strainer or the built-in strainer of a cocktail shaker.
Its purpose is not simply to hold back large ice cubes, but to provide an additional level of filtration before the cocktail is served.
What does a Fine Strainer filter?
Depending on the ingredients and preparation technique, a Fine Strainer can help catch:
- small ice shards;
- fruit pulp;
- seeds and fine fruit particles;
- pieces of mint, basil and other herbs;
- particles produced during muddling;
- other small solid ingredients remaining in the cocktail.
The result is a drink with a cleaner texture and a more controlled final presentation.
BILOXI – Fine Mesh Cocktail Strainer by UrbanBAR
The BILOXI combines a fine metal mesh with a long handle, providing a practical configuration for positioning the strainer above the serving glass while pouring.
The approximate dimensions of this model are:
- Length: 20 cm
- Width: 8 cm
These proportions provide a practical filtering area while keeping the strainer compact enough for a professional bar station.
What is Double Straining?
Double straining is a cocktail technique in which the drink passes through two levels of filtration before reaching the serving glass.
Typically, the cocktail is poured from the shaker through a Hawthorne Strainer and then through a Fine Strainer held above the serving glass.
The first strainer holds back the ice and larger solid ingredients, while the fine mesh catches smaller particles that can pass through the first level of filtration.
Fine Strainer vs. Hawthorne Strainer
These two bar tools do not perform exactly the same function and are often used together.
- Hawthorne Strainer – primarily used to retain ice and larger solid ingredients when pouring a cocktail from a shaker;
- Fine Strainer – provides an additional filtration stage for smaller particles.
If you prepare cocktails with fresh fruit, herbs or muddled ingredients, or simply want to reduce fine ice shards in the serving glass, a Fine Strainer can be an important addition to your bar station.
When is fine straining useful?
The BILOXI Fine Strainer can be particularly useful for cocktails:
- shaken vigorously with ice;
- prepared with fresh citrus juice;
- containing muddled fruit;
- prepared with mint, basil or other herbs;
- containing ingredients pressed with a muddler;
- served without ice, where a cleaner texture is desired.
How do you use the BILOXI Fine Strainer?
For fine straining, hold the BILOXI above the serving glass and pour the cocktail through the fine metal mesh.
For double straining, place a Hawthorne Strainer on the shaker and pour the cocktail through it and simultaneously through the BILOXI Fine Strainer positioned above the serving glass.
For an efficient flow, the Fine Strainer does not need to rest inside the glass. Hold it above the glass so the filtered cocktail can flow freely.
COPPER plated finish – distinctive professional appearance
The COPPER plated version gives the BILOXI a warm metallic appearance and allows it to be visually coordinated with other bar tools featuring a similar finish.
It can complement a professional bar tool set including:
- Jigger;
- Hawthorne Strainer;
- Julep Strainer;
- Bar Spoon;
- Cocktail Shaker;
- other cocktail tools with a similar finish.
The finish does not change the primary function of the tool: fine filtration of cocktails.
Use and care
To help preserve the appearance of the COPPER plated finish, we recommend hand washing.
- Wash with water and liquid detergent.
- Use a soft sponge or cloth.
- Avoid abrasive sponges and hard brushes.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning products.
- Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.
- Dry with a soft cloth after washing.
The fine mesh should be rinsed thoroughly after contact with fruit pulp, seeds or herbs to remove particles that may remain trapped between the mesh openings.
Who is it suitable for?
- professional bartenders;
- cocktail bars;
- restaurants and hospitality venues;
- mixologists;
- cocktail enthusiasts;
- home bartending;
- bartenders using the double straining technique.
Key features
- Model: BILOXI
- Brand: UrbanBAR
- Type: Fine Strainer / Fine Mesh Cocktail Strainer
- Filtration: fine metal mesh
- Length: approx. 20 cm
- Width: approx. 8 cm
- Finish: COPPER plated
- Primary use: fine filtration and double straining
- Recommended care: hand wash
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Fine Strainer used for?
It is used to filter small particles from cocktails, including fine ice shards, fruit pulp, seeds and pieces of herbs.
What does double straining mean?
Double straining means passing a cocktail through a primary strainer, usually a Hawthorne Strainer, and then through a Fine Strainer for an additional level of filtration.
Does a Fine Strainer replace a Hawthorne Strainer?
Not necessarily. The two are commonly used together: the Hawthorne Strainer catches ice and larger solids, while the Fine Strainer filters smaller particles.
Is it useful for cocktails made with fresh fruit?
Yes. It is particularly useful for catching pulp, seeds and fine pieces created when fruit is muddled or shaken.
Can it be used for cocktails containing mint or other herbs?
Yes. The fine mesh can help catch small pieces of leaves and other plant particles before serving.
What size is the BILOXI Fine Strainer?
The model measures approximately 20 cm long and 8 cm wide.
How should the COPPER plated version be cleaned?
We recommend hand washing with liquid detergent and a soft sponge or cloth, followed by thorough rinsing and drying. Avoid abrasive products and materials.