“Shaken not stirred” is a Bond catchphrase. But it also highlights how mixing – and serving drinks – can be an art.
These ideal Father’s Day gifts add a flourish!
“What’ll Yer Have” Cocktail Shaker
This gorgeous shaker has recipes written on it – beautifully! As useful as it is stunning.
Circa 1930, USA. American silver plated cocktail shaker with cocktail recipes on body. Made by Apollo Bernaro Rice’s Sons Inc., makers of novelty items in the 1920’s. Silver plated. [ Estate Silver Co. | 212.758.4858 | estatesilver@yahoo.com ]
Bulgari Sterling Silver Corkscrew
Have guests who prefer wine? There’s no need to cut down on elegance, with this luxury brand corkscrew.
Bulgari Sterling Silver Corkscrew [ AAA Silver/Nathan Horowicz | 212.755.6320 | horowicz82@aol.com ]
Presentation can be just as important as content – which make using these slick and sparkling tumblers an ideal choice.
Circa 1910, England. Set of 11 cut glass whiskey tumblers. Glass. [ Burke’s Antiques | 212.570.2964 | burkesantiques@verizon.net ]
Another great way to mix – this one in glass format. A more modern-looking – but no less dignified – option.
Circa 1920, England. Glass Cocktail Shaker. Glass cocktail shaker with drink recipes on glass, silver plate top with strainer. Glass and silver plate. [ Burke’s Antiques | 212.570.2964 | burkesantiques@verizon.net ]
See these – and many other great items – in person! The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center is located at 1050 2nd Avenue (at 56th Street) and open to the public, daily from 10:30AM to 6PM, Sunday noon – 6PM.
