Hawthorne Cross Cocktail Strainer Gold Ready

Cross Hawthorne Strainer in Gold Plated Crafted from premium 18/8 stainless steel More stabilizing rings and two prongs ensure a secure fit on glasses or shakers. Durable Stainless steel How to Clean Plated Steel Barware Made from 18/8 (304) stainless steel, our barware uses the more premium steel in the hospitality industry. Despite this high end construction, plated steel requires great care to maintain it to a high standard. While a metallic plating is formed on to the steel, it is still a separate entity. As such you must take great care when washing to ensure the coating is not scratched off. Using Plated Items When an item is plated with gold, rose gold, or metal black, it is purely for aesthetic purposes. These coatings do not enhance the performance of your barware. If you want to maintain the appearance of your plated barware then you will have to treat it with great care when mixing drinks. Banging a plated item around your bar top, or against other barware will almost certainly lead to scratches on the surface. Hand Wash Only Plated items are not dishwasher safe, and must always be hand washed. Placing plated items in a dishwasher will increase the chances of the plating getting worn off. Washing Guidelines What You Need to Clean Plated Barware For washing: It is best to use mild dish soap and a soft sponge to avoid corroding or scratching the metal. For drying: Use a soft cotton or hemp cloth to dry your plated barware, not polyester or synthetic cloths, as they may scratch the surface. How to Wash Plated Barware With a soft sponge, mild soap, and warm water, scrub in circular motions until debris and other grime are gone. Rinse with warm water to remove soap and particles. Dry thoroughly with a soft dishtowel. Dry again with a second dishtowel. * *Any leftover water or dampness can result in oxidation and tarnishing of your plated barware, so a second drying is essential to preserve shine and keep your barware intact.