Etens 24oz Martini Shaker Drink Mixer with Built-In Strainer Review (2026)

Who this shaker is for

This shaker suits someone just starting to make cocktails at home who wants a single, self-contained tool rather than assembling a shaker tin, a separate strainer, and a jigger from different brands. Because the strainer is built into the cap, there is one less part to keep track of and one less technique to learn compared with the two-piece Boston shaker setup that many bartenders prefer once they have more experience. It is a reasonable pick for someone hosting occasional cocktail nights or building a first home bar kit. A more experienced home bartender who already shakes drinks often, especially ones with muddled fruit or herbs, will likely outgrow the built-in strainer faster and prefer a two-piece tin and separate Hawthorne strainer instead.

Design, capacity, and included jigger

The shaker holds 24 ounces, enough for two standard cocktails shaken with ice in one go, and follows the classic cobbler shaker format of a body, a strainer built into the lid, and a small cap on top. That cap doubles as a 1 ounce jigger, so the same piece used to seal the shaker during shaking also gives a rough measure for spirits, which is a convenient two-in-one detail for someone without a separate jigger yet. The all-in-one design means the entire kit is really just the one shaker, without extra strainers, spoons, or muddlers bundled in, so buyers wanting a fuller bar tool kit should check whether they need to add those separately.

Build quality and cleanup

The shaker is made from stainless steel, described by the maker as grade 304, which is a common, durable choice for barware meant to resist corrosion from citrus juice and regular use. It is listed as dishwasher safe, which suits someone who wants to rinse gear quickly after a party rather than hand washing every piece. The built-in strainer does mean small holes around the rim that can trap pulp from muddled mint, citrus, or fruit, so shakes with heavier garnishes may need a quick rinse or brush to keep those holes clear, a tradeoff of combining the strainer into the shaker body instead of using a separate mesh strainer.

How it compares with other cocktail shakers

In a roundup of cocktail shakers, this Etens model ranks first of eight, ahead of similarly priced cobbler-style sets like the WPHUAW and Cresimo 24oz shakers and kits such as KITESSENSU's bartender set with a stand or the Mixology and Craft all-in-one kit. Most of those rivals bundle additional tools like a muddler, bar spoon, or stand, which can be a better fit for someone building a complete bar cart from one purchase, while the Etens shaker keeps its focus narrowly on the shaking and straining function itself. For buyers who already own or plan to buy separate bar tools and just need a reliable shaker, this simpler focus is an advantage rather than a gap.

Verdict

For a first shaker or a straightforward replacement, the Etens 24oz cobbler shaker covers the basics well, combining a decent capacity, a built-in strainer, and a jigger cap into one dishwasher safe stainless piece. It is a solid, low-fuss choice for home bartenders who shake drinks occasionally and want to skip shopping for a separate strainer and measuring cup. Anyone who shakes cocktails often, especially ones with muddled ingredients, or who wants a full accessory kit bundled in with a stand and bar spoon, should weigh a two-piece Boston shaker or a multi-tool bar set instead of this simpler cobbler design.

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