Vintage Bar-Host Automatic Liquor Pourer with Original Box
A classic piece of mid-century barware, this vintage Bar-Host automatic liquor pourer was designed to dispense one measured jigger with each pour. Finished in polished chrome and presented in its original red and black retail box, it captures the streamlined styling that made home cocktail accessories so popular during the 1950s and 1960s.
The original instruction sheet is still included. The box advertises the Bar-Host as an automatic liquor pourer that measures one jigger at a time and was sold with a lifetime guarantee. Whether displayed on a vintage bar cart or added to a collection of retro bar accessories, it makes an eye-catching conversation piece.
Details
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Item: Automatic liquor pourer and measuring jigger
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Brand: Bar-Host
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Era: Mid-century (likely 1950s–1960s based on packaging and design)
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Material: Chrome-plated metal with rubber bottle stopper
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Color: Chrome
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Maker/Mark: None visible on the item in the provided photos
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Includes: Original presentation box and instruction sheet
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Measurements: Pourer approximately 5.5 inches long; box approximately 7 × 3 × 2 inches
- UNTESTED
Condition
Good vintage condition.
- Chrome finish remains bright with light age-related surface wear.
- Original box shows shelf wear, edge wear, and an old price sticker residue on the lid.
- Instruction sheet has light age toning.
- Rubber stopper appears present.
- Item has not been tested with a bottle and is being sold as a vintage collectible.
Collector's Notes
Automatic measuring pourers became a popular addition to home bars during the cocktail boom of the mid-20th century. Their purpose was to deliver a consistent one-jigger pour while reducing spills.
The original packaging and instruction sheet add display value, making this an appealing piece for collectors of vintage barware, mid-century entertaining accessories, or retro home décor.
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Disclaimer
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Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
