How can I get the middle piece off of my brand new shaker?

I just bought this 3 piece shaker from Kroger & the middle piece won't come off!
http://www.tablecraft.com/storefrontB2CWEB/housewares/images/large/1224.jpg
I want 2 make bloody mary's.
Should I go back 2 Kroger & get another style. Like this 1 or something?
http://www.tablecraft.com/storefrontB2CWEB/housewares/images/large/H1231.jpg


Ugh! I'm so FRUSTRATED! Help plz.

Anonymous2009-11-20T15:49:58Z

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Ahh as a bartender we encounter this ALL the time! Try tapping the larger, bottom, piece on a counter while trying to pull apart. If this doesn't work, try warm water at the joint while trying to pull apart.