Pestle

The cocktail muddler is used to crush sugar, fresh herbs and fruit at the bottom of the glass, releasing aromas and juices. Essential for the mojito, caipirinha or old-fashioned, it suits both a professional bar counter and home use. Our Pestle range includes wooden, stainless steel and food-grade plastic models from Lacor and Boska, suited to regular bar service as well as occasional use.

Choosing your cocktail muddler

Which material should you choose?

Wood offers a comfortable grip and gentle contact with ingredients, but needs careful drying after washing. Stainless steel and food-grade plastic cope better with moisture and dishwasher cycles, an advantage for intensive service. The right choice depends on how often you use it and your cleaning constraints.

What length for which glass?

A muddler should reach the bottom of the vessel without effort. For tall highball glasses or shakers, opt for a long model; for old-fashioned glasses, a standard length is enough. A toothed or flat tip makes crushing easier depending on the ingredients.

Find the muddler alongside our Shaker, Bar spoon and the full Cocktail accessories section of the Bar range at AZ Boutique.