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Stop Asking Bartenders to Make Your Drinks ‘Strong’

VinePair

When this craving hits out at a bar, it might be tempting to ask the bartender for an “extra strong” drink. However, these requests tend to be vague, so bartenders are left not knowing what exactly the consumer wants. Either way, try to resist the urge to throw a vague “make it strong” request at a bartender.

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Beverage Director Ivan Papic’s Vision: The Classics with a Japanese Twist

Chilled Magazine

During his experience there, he quickly grew fond of bartending. Using his new passion as fuel to grow, he went on to work at the renowned establishments of Pastis and Balthazar, and later ventured into the nightclub business at The Beatrice Inn. And of course, the bartenders are another essential component.

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Even Cool Nightclubs Fail — Here’s How the Strongest Survive

VinePair

Romero cut his teeth working at Peter Gatien ’s legendary clubs, learning the intricate details that make a nightclub run at Limelight, Tunnel, Club USA, and Palladium (now NYU’s Palladium Hall dormitory), before taking that experience to countless other successful ventures. How can you save a nightclub?

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Q&A: Leandro DiMonriva aka The Educated Barfly

Imbibe Magazine

What started as a YouTube series from actor-turned-bartender Leandro DiMonriva on the history and craft behind classic cocktails has transformed into an ever-expanding encyclopedia of bartending expertise. Also check out his picks for five classic cocktails every home bartender should know.) You really had to know somebody.

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The Weirdest Drink Modification Requests, According to Bartenders

VinePair

Even though bartenders have a full arsenal of tools at their disposal, it’s not always wise to assume that they can whip up just about anything imaginable. We asked bartenders from across the country to share the weirdest modification requests they’ve ever received, and here are eight of the most ridiculous. What’s next?

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Interview with David Kaplan from Death & Co.

Chilled Magazine

After college, craving a more defined path to success compared to the uncertainties of an artist’s career, I ventured to Las Vegas to work at the NINE Group and Rain Nightclub. While Vegas and nightclubs weren’t my long-term fit, the exposure taught me about my true passions.

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Bartender’s 24th Annual Bar Awards are back, and voting is now open!

Australian Bartender

Australian Bartender’s annual Bar Awards are back for its 24 th year running, showcasing the best of the best within each given category. The finalists will be announced in the July issue of Australian Bartender and online here at australianbartender.com.au. This is not about the opinions of bar reviewers and critics.

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