It’s not just science fiction anymore, the future of bartending may have arrived. This past Wednesday, Google held an I/O conference where MIT’s SENSEable City Lab debuted a new bartending robot. The robot is capable of mixing up to 100 different drinks, both virgin and alcoholic, from smartphone-enabled commands and orders given to it. [...]
There’s a new beer out that may sound like a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in a bottle. One Maryland-based brewer has recently come out with a new beer to simulate just that. It’s DuClaw Brewing’s Sweet Baby Jesus that fills the void of the chocolate peanut butter-loving beer drinker. As for the specific details of the [...]
The art of brewing beer can be traced back to ancient times in history. The practice itself dates back to over 6,000 years ago, back when grain became the first domesticated crop that farmers harvested. It all started with a group of people called the Sumerians, who even had a “goddess of brewing” named [...]
“Is Bartending School right for me?” Well, stop wondering and visit the Maryland Bartending Academy to find out! Our classes are open to you as an observer for one free lesson, so that you can sit in with our students and experience the program for yourself. This Free Intro Class is offered with no obligation to register. Click [...]
Bartending School. Do you need it? After all, lots of bartenders never attended Bartending School and they are doing just fine. So what is the hype all about? What are the benefits of attending? The Benefits of Bartending School Education in a Safe Environment: Learn the basics of bartending in a controlled environment. Job Search: Attending [...]
At the end of the day, while the ability to mix good drinks is important, the success of a bartender comes down to customer relations, his or her ability to relate to the customer. A bartender is expected to be professional, yet friendly, a skilled mixologist and a comedian. A good bartender needs to [...]
If you have ever considered a career in bartending, the first question you probably contemplated was money. How much does a bartender make in a night? Well, unfortunately there is no one answer. It varies and depends on a number of different factors, including location, bartending skills, and experience. Location: As you can probably imagine, [...]
Most bars or cocktail lounges have their liquors arranged in 3 categories to increase bartender efficiency and convenience. These categories are: Rail Liquors: Also known as bar or house brands, these liquors are located behind the “front” of the bar in a speed rack, also known as a “well” or the “rail.” These liquors are [...]
Being a successful bartender is about more than just making good drinks. Making bartending a career involves balancing being a bartender, server, cashier, friend, maid, and psychiatrist…all while having a positive attitude! 10 Service Tips every Bartender should follow Positive Attitude: No one wants to deal with a crabby bartender. Remember, this is the hospitality [...]
Have you ever considered a career in bartending? If so, then you are in luck. Below you will find a quick teaser lesson in mixology from the Maryland Bartending Academy. To learn more, you will just have to register for classes! Drink Mixing Methods: Week 2 Blended: First, fill the blender with cubed ice and the drink [...]
