Essential Bartender Tools For Private Parties

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Whether you are learning to become a bartender or you want to start making extra money as a Private Party Bartender (a bartender who works weddings, parties, etc), it is important to know which tools you really do need to be familiar with and which ones you should own before starting.

The following is a short list of your MOST essential bartending tools.  It will not include EVERY tool, but it will discuss the MOST important ones.

1.  Your Shaker
For a bartender, the shaker is the most important part of his or her arsenal.  WHY?  For starters, so many drinks are made with this tool (shots, martinis, etc) that you need one that works and works well.  I highly recommend you spend a little extra to get a shaker that is of high quality.  Can you easily open and clean it, or does it get stuck?  You may go with the 3-piece shaker (easier to use) or the fancy Boston Shaker (way more impressive to the guests!) the preference is yours!

2.   Bottle Opener/Wine Key
You need a tool that will open both your beer and wine bottles.  Just perform a quick Google search and you'll discover HUNDREDS of different types of bottle openers designed for speed, quality, and efficiency.  Depending on the type of bar you'll be working at, you may want to get one of these fancy speed-openers.  But the real trick is to own MORE than one opener.  You will lend it or lose it, and you never want to be caught off guard without the proper opener.  

3.  Speed Pourers
You can pick up speed pourers for just a few dollars and they will dramatically increase your speed and efficiency AND accuracy when pouring liquor.  If you are working private events, this is a MUST!

4.  Bar Towel
I know it's not very exciting, but a bar towel (or several) is essential!  No one wants a sticky or wet bar top.  You should ALWAYS do your best to keep that bar top spotless!

5.  The Rest
Other tools will include:  Muddler (for mojitos!), bar knife, garnish trays, store-n-pours (for juices), and a bar spoon.  Remember, tools are your friends!  They are designed to make YOUR life easier!  Do not be intimidated by them!  Learn to use them and feel comfortable using them.

If you are mobile bartending, you will need to have ALL of these tools before you attend your first event so take note and purchase these ASAP!    


About the Author:
James Wedmore is the creator of Bartend4Profit & BartenderConfessions a community dedicated to helping bartenders and entrepreneurs start, run and grow their very own mobile bartending business. Click here for more information: http://www.BartenderforProfit.com



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