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Cocktail Skills

Skills that anyone can use to make great cocktails, whether you’re making drinks at home or a career bartender.

Everybody in the Pool: A Guide to Tip Pooling and Doing it Well

by Julia Tunstall | Jan 8, 2018

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.

How to Stock a Home Cocktail Bar

by Julia Tunstall | Jul 10, 2017

Starting from scratch? Here’s your shopping list to get your bar started right!

Bar Books: Our Recommendations from Beginner to (very) Advanced

by Chris Tunstall | Jun 5, 2017

There are a lot of great bar books out there. But where do you start? Here’s a suggested reading list (in order) to give you inspiration and avoid overwhelm.

A Shift in the Life of a Bartender (Daytime Shift)

by Chris Tunstall | May 1, 2017

What’s it really like working behind the bar? Here’s an average day back when I had a day shift at a busy restaurant.

How to Write a Great Bartender Resume

by Chris Tunstall | Apr 24, 2017

Applying for a bar job? You’ll need a great resume. Here’s how to write one.

Pouring Your Way Out of a Tight Spot: What to Do When Your Keg Misbehaves

by Liz Connors | Sep 15, 2015

Pouring Your Way Out of a Tight Spot: What to Do When Your Keg Misbehaves

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