Spirit Measures & Pourers

Spirit measures and pourers are essential tools for any pub, bar or hospitality venue. Accurate measures keep every drink consistent, reduce waste and ensure your venue stays compliant with UK weights and measures legislation.

At Ascot Wholesale, we supply professional spirit measures and pourers at trade prices, with bulk discounts available for larger orders.

Our range covers jiggers, thimble measures, free-flow pourers and measured pourers from trusted brands including Artis, Genware and Beaumont, all built for high-volume commercial use.

Browse our full range of bar accessories for pubs and hospitality venues.

Spirit Measures for Pubs, Bars and Hospitality Venues

Professional spirit measures are a standard requirement in any licensed venue. Whether you run a high-volume pub, a hotel bar or a cocktail lounge, accurate measuring keeps your service consistent, your costs controlled and your venue compliant.

We stock a full range of trade-grade spirit measures in the standard UK sizes of 25ml, 35ml and 50ml, suitable for spirits, liqueurs and cocktail ingredients.

Jiggers and Thimble Measures for Cocktail Bars

Jiggers and thimble measures are the go-to choice for cocktail bars and venues where precision matters.

Available in stainless steel, copper and gold finishes, our jigger range includes Japanese-style jiggers, bell jiggers and classic double-sided jiggers in 25/50ml and 30/45ml configurations.

Brands include Artis and Genware, both trusted across the UK hospitality trade.

Free-flow and Measured Pourers for Fast Bar Service

Pourers fit directly onto spirit bottles and control the flow of liquid during service. Free-flow pourers are ideal for high-speed bars where bartenders need to pour quickly without interruption.

Measured pourers dispense a fixed quantity per pour, making them the right choice for venues that need portion control without using a separate jigger.

Our pourer range includes chrome-plated and metal options in 25ml, 35ml and 50ml sizes.

Spirit Measures in Pubs: UK Legal Requirements

Under the Weights and Measures Act 1985, licensed premises in England, Wales and Scotland must serve spirits in quantities of 25ml or 35ml, or multiples of these. Using calibrated spirit measures or stamped optics is the standard way to comply.

All spirit measures we supply are designed for commercial trade use and meet the relevant standards for UK licensed premises.

If you are unsure which measure is right for your licence conditions, call our trade team on 01256 769990.

Why Choose Ascot Wholesale for Spirit Measures?

We’ve been supplying the hospitality trade for over 25 years and have a reputation as one of the go-to suppliers of bar tools and accessories.

And it’s simple – we offer wholesale pricing, bulk discounts and next-day delivery to keep your bar running smoothly.

Plus, our team is on hand to help you pick the right products for your venue or service style.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are spirit measures used for in a bar?

Spirit measures are used to dispense a precise, pre-set quantity of liquid during drink service.

In a licensed venue, they ensure every pour meets the legal measure requirements set out under the Weights and Measures Act 1985.

They also help with portion control, reduce over-pouring and keep drink costs consistent across a shift.

What sizes of spirit measure are available?

The standard sizes for UK licensed premises are 25ml, 35ml and 50ml. The 25ml measure is the most common in England and Wales. The 35ml measure is more widely used in Scotland.

The 50ml size is typically used for liqueurs and double measures. We stock all three sizes across our jigger and pourer range.

What is the difference between a jigger and a pourer?

A jigger is a handheld double-sided measuring cup used to measure a precise quantity of liquid before pouring it into a glass or shaker.

A pourer is a device that fits onto the neck of a bottle and controls the flow of liquid as it is poured directly. Jiggers are common in cocktail bars where multiple ingredients need to be measured separately.

Pourers are more common in high-volume pub and bar environments where speed is the priority.

What is the difference between a free-flow pourer and a measured pourer?

A free-flow pourer allows liquid to flow freely from the bottle at a controlled rate, without dispensing a fixed quantity. The bartender controls the amount poured by timing or technique.

A measured pourer dispenses a fixed quantity per pour, typically 25ml or 35ml, and stops the flow automatically.

Measured pourers are better suited to venues that need consistent portion control without using a separate jigger.

Are spirit measures a legal requirement in UK pubs?

Spirit measures themselves are not a legal requirement, but serving spirits in a legal quantity is.

Under the Weights and Measures Act 1985, spirits must be served in 25ml or 35ml quantities (or multiples) in licensed premises in England, Wales and Scotland.

Using calibrated measures or stamped optics is the standard way to comply with this requirement. Failure to serve the correct measure can result in trading standards action.

Do your spirit measures comply with UK weights and measures legislation?

Yes. All spirit measures we supply are designed for commercial trade use and are suitable for use in UK licensed premises. They are available in the legally specified sizes of 25ml, 35ml and 50ml.

If you have a specific compliance question about your premises licence, we recommend checking with your local trading standards office or licensing authority.

What brands of spirit measures and pourers do you stock?

We stock spirit measures and pourers from Artis, Genware and Beaumont. Artis offers a premium range of Japanese-style and bell jiggers in stainless steel, copper and gold finishes.

Genware provides reliable stainless steel thimble measures for everyday trade use. Beaumont supplies commercial-grade pourers built for high-volume bar environments.

Can I buy spirit measures in bulk for a new bar setup?

Yes. We supply spirit measures and pourers at wholesale trade prices, with bulk discounts available for larger orders.

If you are fitting out a new bar or stocking multiple sites, contact our trade team to discuss volume pricing. Trade accounts are quick to set up and give you access to our full range at wholesale prices.

What is the difference between a 25ml and a 35ml spirit measure?

The difference is the quantity dispensed per measure. A 25ml measure is the smaller of the two standard legal sizes and is the most common choice in England and Wales. A 35ml measure is more commonly used in Scotland and in venues that prefer to serve a larger standard measure.

Both are legal under UK weights and measures legislation. The right choice depends on your premises licence conditions and your venue’s preferences.

Do you offer next-day delivery on spirit measures?

Yes. We offer next-day delivery across the UK on orders placed before the cut-off time. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders.

For urgent orders or large bar setups, call our trade team on 01256 769990 to confirm stock availability and delivery timescales.

Written by the Ascot Wholesale team – hospitality experts with over 25 years of experience, and who know a thing or two about the right barware for the job.