What Counts as Standard Size in Boston Shakers
There is no single ISO standard, but the bar industry has settled on a few working sizes. The weighted 550ml Boston tin is the most common standard, matched with a 350ml or 450ml counterpart. Larger 750ml tins suit high-volume bars and two-drink batches.
Our catalogue covers the practical range: -> 350ml capacity in the 10-piece bartender kit, MOQ 100 pcs at USD 7.75 per set -> 550ml in the 10-piece Boston set, MOQ 50 pcs at USD 6.95 per set -> 550ml and 750ml in the diagonal-cross combination set, MOQ 10 pcs at USD 8.90 -> A compact 5-piece Boston shaker, MOQ 2 pcs at USD 3.69
Wall thickness is usually 0.6mm to 0.8mm for export-grade 304 stainless steel. Thinner metal dents in transit and leaks at the seam, which is the most common complaint we see in buyer feedback. Ask for a sample tin before committing to a container.
Customization and Logo Options
Most wholesale buyers want their own branding, and Boston shakers take customization well because the body is a flat cylinder.
Available options: -> Laser engraving on the tin body or base, one or two colours, no plate cost under 1,000 pcs -> Silk-screen printing for full-colour logos, better on painted finishes -> Powder-coated or electroplated colours, including matte black, copper and rose gold -> Custom gift box, EVA insert, or branded carry bag for retail sets -> Custom capacity marking and measurement lines on request
Engraving adds roughly USD 0.15 to 0.35 per piece depending on order size. A custom colour run usually needs 500 pcs minimum because of the coating line setup. The 5-piece set has an MOQ of only 2 pcs, so it works for sampling a colour before a larger order. Send artwork in AI or PDF vector format and we will return a mock-up within two working days.
Pricing, MOQ and What to Check Before Ordering
Our quotes are FOB Ningbo or Shanghai and move with steel prices, so treat the figures below as a current reference rather than a fixed contract.
Current published pricing: -> 5-piece Boston shaker set, MOQ 2 pcs, USD 3.69 per set -> 10-piece set, 550ml, MOQ 50 pcs, USD 6.95 per set -> 10-piece set, 350ml, MOQ 100 pcs, USD 7.75 per set -> 10-piece combination set, 550/750ml, MOQ 10 pcs, USD 8.90 per set
Before you confirm, check four things: tin fit (the small tin should seat without force), weld and seam finish, whether the jigger and strainer are included, and carton dimensions for your freight calculation. A 10-piece set typically ships 20 to 24 sets per carton. We have been exporting barware from Hangzhou since 2013 and can quote mixed containers.
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Prices are references from the product listing snapshot. Confirm the exact variant, price basis, decoration, packaging, freight and quotation validity with our team.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most common cocktail shaker standard size for wholesale?
The 550ml Boston shaker is the most widely ordered size, usually paired with a 350ml or 450ml tin. Our 10-piece 550ml set has an MOQ of 50 pcs at USD 6.95 per set. The 750ml version is a secondary standard for high-volume bars.
Can I order custom logo cocktail shakers at a low MOQ?
Yes. The 5-piece Boston shaker set starts at an MOQ of only 2 pcs at USD 3.69, so you can sample a colour or logo before scaling up. Laser engraving adds about USD 0.15 to 0.35 per piece, and custom coating colours generally need 500 pcs.
How do I verify shaker quality before placing a bulk order?
Request a pre-production sample and check tin fit, seam welding and wall thickness, which should be 0.6mm to 0.8mm for export-grade 304 steel. Confirm whether the jigger and strainer are included and ask for carton dimensions. Contact us on WhatsApp at 8613429603289 or through our Alibaba store.
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