Bartender tips and tricks

So were chatting the other day over here at Be A Better Bartender about what it takes to be a bartender. We decided that we had to make a list. For four hours we argued. We argued hard. As lists go…

This post is the final installment in our Home Bar Essentials series. It's all about the basic bartending skills you must master for effective mixology.

An extensive list of vodka cocktails! Find your next favorite recipe and download a free bartender's cheat sheet for easy reference.

Rookie Mistakes New Bartenders Make Like any job, bartending has a learning curve. Here are a few common mistakes for new bartenders.

To become a bartender first you have to put yourself in a role where you can watch, learn from, and assist. You can supplement your on-the-job training with bartending school and other learning resources, but working in the service industry remains the best way to get close to the bar and to start building up knowledge. Keep reading to learn how to get started on the path to becoming a bartender. Here are the 6 tips on how to become a bartender.

Shots, rocks, neat...there are a lot of ways to serve liquor. But how much is in each? We look at three tricks for a perfect pour without measuring.

Thinking about pursuing a career in bartending? Even if you only plan to tend bar for a short while, it's important to determine whether or not the job is a good fit for your skillset and personality. This article examines 15 aspects of bartending that many people fail to consider.

Bartenders have a few tricks up their sleeve that you may not realize they're using in order to up their chances of a greater tip.

Many drinks require fruit garnishes. Your guests expect the garnish, so you can't forgo it, and you have to do it well. Presentation counts, big time. You may m