R. Foley

Want to be the life of the party? Learn how to make a margarita that’s sure to be a hit! This margarita recipe is easy to follow and will have your guests coming back for more. Whether you’re a professional bartender or just want to impress your friends, this classic drink is a must-have in your repertoire.Ingredients1 oz.

Good bartenders pride themselves on being knowledgeable about cocktail recipes and proficient in the art of properly serving their guests and patrons. With a healthy repertoire of popular mixed drink recipes and the right ingredients at your fingertips, you can be the life of any gathering. © Kolya Korzh / Unsplash.

Running a bar isn’t for the faint of heart. Besides the daily needs of running a bar — for example, what condiments to keep behind the bar and what to put on the menu — you also have to deal with the rigors of management, such as keeping your employees honest, staying on the right side of your state alcohol control board, and dealing with patrons who've had a few too many.

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 mix the best drinks on the planet, but if they don't look good when you serve them, no one's going to want to drink them.Lemon twistsCut off both ends of the lemon.

Is there any drink more popular than the Espresso Martini? With this recipe, It’s never been easier to prepare and will keep partygoers coming back for more!If you’re looking for fresh ideas to keep your friends or customers happy, Bartending For Dummies is the perfect how-to resource for making a splash with great drinks.

Tequila and bartenders is a good match. Since the 17th century, and now by Mexican law, all tequila comes from a certain area known as Tequila within the state of Jalisco. In this dry, volcanic soil of the Sierra Madre foothills, you can find the home of tequila's largest producers. Tequila is produced from the heart of one species of agave plant, the Agave tequilana weber, or the blue variety.

Bourbon is the best-known and probably the most popular whiskey produced in the United States. It has an amber color and a slightly sweet flavor. By law, straight bourbon must be made from at least 51 percent corn, and it must be aged in brand-new, charred oak barrels for at least two years. Although Tennessee whiskey doesn't have to be made this way, both Tennessee distilleries — George Dickel and Jack Daniel's — also follow these guidelines.

A business plan is a written document for running your bar that includes information about your business, your goals, your strategies, and your financial expectations. Essentially, it’s your road map or blueprint for creating a successful business, and it helps you figure out how (and when) your bar will make money.