What’s a bar spoon and how is it used? Here’s everything you ever wanted to know (and more) about the bartender’s favorite spoon!
How to Choose the Best Bar Spoon
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Julia Tunstall
Julia Tunstall is the co-founder of A Bar Above, CEO, & Chief Cocktail Taster. She's in charge of managing our small but mighty team, helping with operations, and keeping things running smoothly around here.
The Manhattan vs. The Old Fashioned
The Manhattan vs Old Fashioned: These are 2 of the most common classic cocktails. Here’s what they have in common and what sets them apart!
How to Choose a Cocktail Shaker for Beginners
A guide to the different types of cocktail shakers, their pros and cons, and how to use them to shake up a delicious cocktail.
A Guide to Pooling Tips with CoWorkers
Tip sharing is a hot topic. Is it good for you, your bar, and your paycheck? Here are some common methods of tip pooling and ways to make sure it’s done fairly.
Giving Back or Getting Help: Great Charities for Bartenders
The holidays are coming! Maybe you’re feeling charitable or maybe you could use a little help. Here some great charitable organizations doing great things for the hospitality & bartender community.
Wine to Whiskey: Thanksgiving & Holiday Party Gifts
Going to a family or friends’ Thanksgiving or holiday party? Here are some ideas of what to bring the host/hostess, from wine to whiskey.
Great Magazines for Bartenders
There are quite a few magazines out there for people who like to make or drink cocktails. Here are a few thoughts on which you might like best.
Using Absinthe in Common Cocktails
What would happen if you added absinthe to some popular cocktails? We did some experimentation to find out!
All About Nugget Ice (Pellet, Pebble, & Sonic)
Also known as “Sonic Ice” or pebble ice, why is there such a cult following for this crunchy, airy ice? Explore all about nugget ice at A Bar Above… We swear it’s the best!
Why You Should Have a Bartender Business Card
Business cards aren’t just for suits! These inexpensive networking tools can help you build your personal brand and your career.
How We Designed Our Custom Hawthorne Strainer
Ever wish you could design your own bar tools from scratch? Well Chris finally did – and custom made his ideal Hawthorne Strainer. Here’s the story!
Big Gin and Three Generations of Distilling
Growing up in a family of moonshiners, Ben wasn’t interested in distilling – until he spent some time behind the stick.
