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We Asked 10 Bartenders: Which Bottle Should Disappear From Back Bars and Bar Carts Forever? (2024)

VinePair

But there’s usually one bottle that functions as something of a nemesis, and seeing it on a trusted establishment’s back bar or a good friend’s bar cart is enough to burrow under their skin — and heaven help the well-meaning soul who presents it as a gift. No craft cocktail bar should ever use it. It’s squatty and cumbersome.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Bar Tool?

VinePair

When setting up your home bar , certain tools like a good cocktail shaker and Hawthorne strainer are obvious pickups. Other bespoke bar utensils, like the bar spoon , might not seem quite as important but have utilities that are revealed after extended practice and use. I use it every day.

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How to Create a High-End Beverage Program Without Breaking the Bank

A Bar Above

Copyright A Bar Above, generated with AI [*This post is sponsored by The Bar & Restaurant Expo 2025 in Las Vegas. Copyright A Bar Above, generated with AI 1. A well-curated cocktail menu that highlights seasonal ingredients or premium spirits in signature drinks can feel luxurious without requiring a vast inventory.

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5 insights Bar-i's Down to the Serving bar inventory system provides

Bar-i

This video blog showcases 5 specific details that the Pro version of our beverage inventory software provides. Most bars manage their bar performance based on liquor cost. Our level 3 approach to inventory yields insights that allow our clients to increase bar profits by 30% on average.

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A New Wave of French Wine Bars

Imbibe Magazine

In Los Angeles, there’s Bar Chelou , from Doug Rankin, and Michelin-starred Camphor. Photo by Sam Hanna Photography MaMou bar. While she has bottles that reach into the $500 range, she’d rather move inventory quickly to make sure people are enjoying the wine, rather than keep trophy selections that take up space in her wine fridges.

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10 Tips to Manage Bar Inventory More Effectively

Bar-i

Bar inventory is one of the more tedious tasks your managers must perform. It’s slow and time consuming, but bars still take inventory because they realize that it can be quite valuable when performed correctly using state-of-the-art bar inventory software.

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How to Take Bar Inventory: Bar Inventory Basics

Sculpture Hospitality

Running a bar can be a challenging but rewarding endeavor. Managing inventory effectively is one of the most critical components of running a successful bar. From managing staff to creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers, there are many aspects to consider.