Skills & Techniques

Master the art of bartending with precision pouring, drink memorization, and essential bar lingo. Elevate your skills for a seamless experience behind the bar.

Essential Workplace Tips for Beginner Bartenders

Beginner bartenders need to know more than just how to make drinks. These essential workplace tips will help you navigate the fast-paced, chaotic world behind the bar.

10 Simple Bartending Tricks You Can Master Fast

Step up your bartending game and learn about 9 simple yet impressive flare simple bartending tricks for beginners.

Reverse Dry Shake: The Bartending Trick for Perfectly Frothy Cocktails

Step up your cocktail-making game with the reverse dry shake technique! This innovative method adds a new level of complexity to your drinks by incorporating air and creating a creamy texture.

What Does Bruising Mean in Bartending?

Discover the art behind the shake! “Bruising” in bartending adds depth and complexity to cocktails, but it’s important to know when and how to bruise to elevate your drink-making game properly.

Put Your Cocktail Shaker in the Dishwasher? Here’s What You Need to Know

How to clean your cocktail shaker in the dishwasher or by hand.

How to Remove Stuck Cocktail Shaker Cap: Simple Solutions

Learn the easy tricks to effortlessly remove a stubborn cocktail shaker cap and impress your guests with your bartending skills.

Most Comfortable Shoes for Bartenders

Bartenders stay on their feet for hours on end, often with little to no breaks in between. The right shoes and the best shoes are essential.

How to Smoke a Glass for Old Fashioned

Learn how to smoke a glass like a pro so you can wow your customers (and friends) with the fanciest Old Fashioned they’ve ever had.

How To Present Wine to the Guest

Presenting wine is an actual trade and career path in the hospitality industry. However, its a position where attention to detail is paramount.

How To Pour a Shot With a Spout

Pouring a perfectly measured shot with a spout takes some finesse and practice. One of the best ways to start is with a jigger and a head count.