You can make extra money by becoming an event bartender, or looking for a new career. This job is more flexible than a traditional bar and offers a fun way for you to make extra money.
It's important that you are knowledgeable about wine, beer, and liquor. You also need to be able to prepare and serve delicious drinks. You must be willing and able to follow all company rules and procedures. It can be fun and exciting to work at some of the best catering companies.
To be a bartender you will need to have at least 21 years of age. To serve alcohol at an event, you will need a liquor licence. You'll need to be familiar with safety and health procedures, as well have the ability to interact and communicate with guests. You can get help from a professional bartending company, or you can find good information online.
Without attending a school for bartending, you can still learn a lot about the craft. Some bars will offer waitstaff and a bar service for your event. However, you can also become your own boss by working as a freelance bartender.
A bartender is someone who can handle many guests. Although it can seem difficult, this is not impossible. Often, event bars will include beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks. It is possible to expect some good tips, especially if you only work one shift.
You will need to spend a little money on supplies. A small folding table and a mixer set can be purchased. You will also need alcohol, as well as some additional items such a chair for the bartender. It may be worth investing in tablecloths for your event. It's important to use gloves when working and to ensure you don't get drunk while serving clients.
A bartender's hourly rate can be anywhere from $40 to $80. This includes setup and teardown. Some bartenders will charge more for the job. Start with a smaller package for beginners. Then you can start charging a higher price.
Event bartending is a fun and rewarding career. You can even make it your full time job. You will earn good tips and get to work for some the largest catering businesses in the country. Working for a professional event-bartending service can help you take your bartending skills up a notch.
Professional bartending services can help with the scheduling and accounting of your drinks. This is yet another advantage to working for one. You can also enjoy the benefits of being your boss, such as the freedom to set your own hours.
FAQ
Why are there so Many Different Types of Ice Cubes?
Ice cubes come in different shapes and sizes. Ice cubes are used to cool drinks and add flavor. You can make daiquiri with crushed ice, or margaritas with cubed ice.
What type of glasses should I purchase?
Avoid glasses with a volume greater than 4oz (118ml). Glasses larger than this tend to get very hot and could cause burns.
What are good mixed beverages to order at a pub?
An Old Fashioned would be a great choice. This classic cocktail consists of bourbon whiskey mixed with sugar syrup, bitters, water, and other ingredients.
This name derives from the fact that the original recipe was made without ice. Original recipe used whiskey, sugar, bitters, and other ingredients.
People started to add ice to the mixture and they added "Old-Fashioned", to the title, because they thought the old-fashioned version tasted more delicious.
You might also consider a Manhattan. Another great option. It is basically an Old Fashioned variation. Instead of using Bourbon, you can use Rye Whiskey. You also use sweet vermouth instead of sugar.
This is a popular choice among bartenders because it's easy to make and tastes delicious.
Statistics
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
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How To
How to make a perfect Margarita in your own kitchen
Mixing agave, Cointreau (sweet orange liquor) and fresh lime juice is the most popular cocktail. To enhance the flavor you can add salt or sugar, bitters (or cinnamon sticks), and chocolate syrup.
This is how you can make your own.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice of 1 Lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Cinnamon stick
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Add ice. For 10 seconds shake vigorously, and then pour the mixture into a glass. As an optional garnish, add a slice lime.
You can also use this recipe as a template for other types of alcohols, such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas