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Bartender: Beverages Establishment Classic Cocktails Cosmopolitan Manhattan Old Fashioned Mojito
Bartender: Beverages Establishment Classic Cocktails Cosmopolitan Manhattan Old Fashioned Mojito
A bartender (also known as a barkeep, barman, barmaid, bar chef, tapster, mixologist, alcohol
server, flairman or an alcohol chef) is a person who formulates and serves alcoholic or soft
drink beverages behind the bar, usually in a licensed establishment. Bartenders also usually maintain the
supplies and inventory for the bar. A bartender can generally mix classic cocktails such as
a Cosmopolitan, Manhattan, Old Fashioned, and Mojito. The bartending profession was generally a second
occupation, used as transitional work for students to gain customer experience or to save money for university
fees.[1] This however is changing around the world and bartending has become a profession by choice rather
than necessity. Cocktail competitions such as World Class and Bacardi Legacy have recognised talented
bartenders in the past decade and these bartenders, and others, spread the love of cocktails and hospitality
throughout the world. [2]
Bartenders are also usually responsible for confirming that customers meet the legal drinking
age requirements before serving them alcoholic beverages. In certain countries, such as the United
Kingdom and Sweden, bartenders are legally required to refuse more alcohol to drunk customers
Bar Spoon
This is a spoon with a long handle used to stir mixed drinks in tall glasses. You can also use the back of the
spoon for layering drinks.
Bar Towels
Any absorbent towel will do. You need it in case of a spill and to keep your bar clean.
Bartender Book
It is a mixed drink recipe book and bartender guide. It is a great reference when you need to look for recipes. I
highly recommend, The Bartender's Black Book.
Blender
A blender is essential to make your frozen drinks. Make sure you get a heavy duty blender for blending your
mixed drinks.
Bottle Opener
Every bartender should have a bottle opener. It's one of the main tools at the bar.