Wine tasting is not an everyday affair. It needs enthusiasm and adventure to sip and sniff citric Chardonnays to light Rieslings. Award-winning vineyards of the world, in the most scenic settings, double the excitement of wine drinkers and connoisseurs. There is also...
During the warm spring and summer months, few drinks are as refreshing as fresh fruit sangria. Delicious seasonal fruit flavors mingle with rich red wine to form a beverage that is perfect for nearly every occasion. Bartenders in Europe and the Americas have perfected...
Considering a career in bartending? Wondering if you have what it takes to succeed? Here’s what a bartending career can offer you, plus 5 skills to hone that’ll help get you ahead. Why become a bartender? Bartending is an appealing career. Firstly, it offers...
Nothing beats a freshly prepared cocktail, whether you're unwinding at the end of the day or celebrating something special. Cocktails come in literally thousands of varieties, each with its own unique combinations of flavors and spirits. Some of these cocktails lend...
Some of the most relied-upon bar tools of professional bartenders are the cocktail shaker and the jigger. Whether you're preparing a craft cocktail or mixing classic bar beverages, the seasoned bartender knows that these devices are essential bar accessories. Although...
If you enjoy going out for an occasional adult beverage, then you're probably really missing being in bars by now. Now that we've adapted to this “new normal” of staying safe at home, it's the perfect time to consider designing your own home bar. Customized and ready...
In the world of the professional bartender or mixologist in the bartending industry, there are many techniques to learn to produce the perfect cocktail for your guests. One of these is the practice known as "dry shaking cocktails". What is dry shaking, and how can it...
“Cocktails spiked with coffee” have been a staple for decades. The classic Irish Coffee has been a morning ‘go-to’ drink for decades, kickstarting the day with a dose of caffeine. Coffee-infused cocktails are great choices for getting a party started or to keep going...
Private bartending services like The Bartender Company of the San Francisco Bay Area have always hired talented personnel to provide event guests with impeccable service. As consumer tastes have evolved, so has the professional bartending industry. Where bartenders...
Whether you are planning a small wedding or a large family ceremony, safety measures have become an important component of the party planning process. In the wake of COVID-19, wedding planning has experienced dramatic shifts. During the height of COVID 19, the...