The Gold St. George Strainer is a classic rendition of the cocktail strainer with fine details that make all the difference. The Gold St. George strainer is a take on the classic Hawthorne strainer, which waspatented in the late 1800s and followed the popularity of the Julep strainer. The coil used in the Hawthorne strainer is effective and easily cleaned and allows it to fit many different glass sizes which helped to build its popularity. Today a quality Hawthorne strainer is an absolute necessity in any bartender or cocktail enthusiasts kit.