Locate manufacturers of commercial cocktail shakers

Finding companies to produce your barware is the most important step in stocking your bar. Silver cocktail shakers are the most common, but glass or vinyl shakers shouldn't be forgotten. Again, it depends on the celebration your bar is hosting--if you're stocking your bar for daily activity, stick with stainless steel or other hardy materials. If you're hosting an outdoor festivity, plastic or vinyl may work better.

I recommend: KegWorks knows how to mix things up with their three-piece cocktail shaker set. Made of stainless steel, the 16-ounce shaker can meet all your mixing needs. Offering different sizes from 10 ounces all the way to 32 ounces, Styles And Stainless, Inc. can provide all your silver cocktail shaker needs. If a large selection of vinyl or plastic cocktail shakers are more your style, check out Bar Supplies Direct.

Shake up your barware by adding a martini shaker with flare

Don't feel like you only have one type of covering to choose from for your cocktail and martini shakers. Although stainless steel is the most popular type to own, powder-coated shakers as well as glass cocktail shakers can add pizazz. Vintage cocktail shakers are another option, as there are retailers worldwide who collect them.

I recommend: Bar Supplies.com offers three-piece cocktail shakers that can amaze patrons as the multicolored LED shaker lights up while you mix. Mood Indigo features Art-Deco-inspired cocktail shakers, including one shaped like a woman's leg. Head over to Cooking.com, and check out the Boston shaker that has a glass top and a stainless mixing glass. Some bartenders have a difficult time with the traditional stainless glasses, since condensation can cause the top and the bottom to stick, making it difficult to remove. The Boston shaker can eliminate that problem.

Secure promotional advertising for your cocktail shakers

To market your cocktail shakers, you need to locate reliable and reputable promotional companies. Displaying your custom martini shaker can provide the extra word of mouth your company may need. This can also be a great gift to give away at parties or fund-raisers.

I recommend: USimprints offers a three-piece stainless steel cocktail shaker set on which you can print one-color designs. They require a minimum purchase price and charge extra for a second color. To expand your client base, order a martini and poker set from Absorbent, Ink. The martini shaker set comes in a leather carrying case along with 120 ABS poker chips and two decks of playing cards.