Great bars are more than just great drinks – they have the business dialed in! Check out some great insight about creating a profitable and smoothly running bar program (so you can actually get some sleep!)
If you have asked yourself if you’re supposed to use vodka or gin in a specific cocktail, don’t be embarrassed. I’m a professional bartender and cocktail competition competitor, and I ponder this question regularly. These spirits– like the gin vs vodka debate– are complex, engaging, and fun.
Whether you’re a professional bartender or cocktail enthusiast, you’ve probably had the annoying experience of gathering a beautiful bunch of fresh herbs, only to have them wilt by the end of the night.
Have you ever had a stuck cocktail shaker and wondered how in the world you are going to separate the two sides? If you’ve ever shaken a cocktail with a metal shaker, chances are the answer is yes since this is one of the most common shaker issues.
So you’ve been asked to create your first cocktail menu. Congratulations! Tons of bartenders spend years trying to get this privilege, so it’s definitely something to celebrate.
Do you keep a log at your bar? It’s a bit like a boat’s log book – it’s where you document key things that happened throughout your shift. Here’s why it’s vital!