Resources

Articles about the drinks, bartending products and suppliers.

Bartender Resume Guide

Bartending is a job which pretty much anybody can try their hand at, and many people continue to make a good living from the wages and tips on offer. Yet with the economy still in the doldrums and increasing numbers turning to tending bar as an option to keep themselves afloat financially, competition for employment…

What Is Flair Bartending?

When it comes to performance, you need to rehearse to be prepared for the show. Rehearsal is your time to make mistakes, correct and then try again until you’re perfect. This applies to skills, sports and art. To be an expert, you need to practice, practice, practice and then practice more. So, let’s talk flair…

Whiskey Basics: History, Drinks and Storage

Whiskey is a popular spirit used in many cocktails, but also commonly enjoyed alone or mixed simply. With a higher alcohol level than beer or wine and a stronger taste than vodka or rum, whiskey is considered by many to be an acquired taste. However, for those who appreciate it, no spirit can surpass the…

Vodka Basics: History, Drinks and Storage

Worldwide, vodka is one of the most popular spirits. One reason why is because vodka is a “chameleon,” so to speak. Virtually odorless and tasteless, vodka easily blends into nearly any other beverage, making it an excellent addition to a variety of drinks. Since it is such a popular spirit, it is vitally important that bartenders…
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Store-n-Pour Maintenance

Work behind the wood in any bar, and you can guarantee you will see a line of opaque plastic containers: Store-n-Pours; yet problems can and do arise if basic hygiene steps are not followed