Actual Bar Characters - Tales From The Bar

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much to all you regulars for helpings us reach -50k- 60k! I’d love to hear some of your bar stories - pease let me know in the comments if you have any to share. Thank you again - cheers to you all! 🍾 🥂

[@nl3712]

This channel is going to blow up and go HUGE

[@grantbutters448]

Cocktail book recommendations please. You reference so many that I’m not sure what to get. Do you have a top 5?

[@mistercarousel1872]

Your channel is cool, even though I found it yesterday and already spent like 150 bucks to start a home bar.... Well, what else do I earn money for

[@gabrielperetto5419]

do more plz

[@jayatwood576]

Of course, you’re delightful in your own right - but You’re also a seriously good actor. The editing on this should win *all* the prizes. (Especially the audio - yikes, what a project!!) Keep it up, man. You make the world a happier place.

[@azusainaba258]

“Arigato …….sorry that was stupid” Kills me every time

[@boozeontherocks]

oh my.....

[@tacuaa125]

wait a min...

That was really very entertaining indeed. Loved the acting - really convincing; and the editing was brilliant. You are clearly a very passionate person on many levels and have a very keen eye for detail. Yes - more of this please.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Tomás! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Cheers to you!

[@lrphd8536]

I don’t recall giving you permission to use my stories. Made me so nostalgic about your patient and delightful hospitality. I’m shocked that y’all aren’t at 100k yet. Come on KZbin, Anders and Az are the best!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Lea! I treasure all the stories - the world needs to know them 😂 Have a wonderful weekend!

[@ozymandias3456]

Are you doc?

[@lrphd8536]

@@ozymandias3456 I'm everyone. But no shade, I don't shop at Aldi.

[@mcarendt]

11 months later, and they’re on the cusp 300k!

[@NikiaLemaire]

So right! I love this channel - educational for the drink geek, but super fun for all!

[@BINGBONGHOTDOG]

I was half expecting Az would randomly show up in an Anders costume at the end lol. Get your 100k special ready! Just around the bend I’m sure.

[@Barprints]

I'm sad that she didn't! 😂

[@Urotsukidoji1]

I come here for the cocktails, but this was gold Jerry, Gold!

[@niktheorginal]

This is so well done on every level. The acting, the storytelling, the cinematography, the humor, just great video!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much! Cheers!

[@michaelhopkins4550]

Anders is on another level of production. Not just mixing, but his videos are top notch. He's going to be at 100k in no time.

[@Redipstick]

18 years in the industry…I recognize everyone of these people.

[@Barprints]

I feel "seen" in this video! 😂

[@MikeHummel984]

Months later I come back to this because it is a masterpiece. May sound stupid, I could watch an hour of this. Mostly because there is no connecting story line, just random people watching. Love so much of the drinks you make. Must have similar tastes.

[@CoachVinoLLC]

If this doesn’t get you to a million subs by tonight, I’m writing a letter to YT! This was fantastic!!!! 💥💥💥

[@AndersErickson]

Hahaha thanks, Vino!! Appreciate you putting a letter together for me 😂 🥃

[@TheTribalBarGuy]

That was hilarious. It is amazing how the job can be a blessing and hell at the same time, but at the end it tend to end up as great memories. Cheers and Awesome job. Well deserved 60 000.

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Peter! It's true - every night is an adventure behind the bar. Cheers, my friend! 🥃

[@KevinKos]

This was amazing, Anders! It was such a fun time watching this special episode. You are a great bartender with an amazing personality and acting skills. I wish you and Az all the best, brother! Cheers!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you, Kevin! This was definitely a fun one to shoot - happy you liked it! Cheers! 🥃

[@felixboge9559]

Even though this is about people beeing annoying af, it is so wholesome...like all your vids. Love you.

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you for such a nice comment!

[@smoochytehruiner]

The "whisky expert" is basically my uncle. The cadence and everything about his manner of expression is identical.

[@dreweastep]

Love this! Reminds me of working in a malt shop and all the crazy characters we would get there. Especially ‘doc’ lol, the regulars always felt like they were entitled to more than everyone else, but they were usually nicer too.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Drew! That's the truth - the regulars expect more but also respect more. Cheers!

[@BetsiRomero]

477K later, I'm still here and incredibly happy to see you thrive

[@joshuacaulfield]

I came to this channel for the recipes, but stayed for the awesomeness! This may be my favorite video so far. (Of course, I am going in a random order with no particular reason or rhyme.). You have all three of the KZbin pillars: education, personality, and spectacle.

[@boosteddrimmsu]

I just found your channel a few days ago and now I watch you before going to bed. Didn't even look at the subscribers, so I was very surprised to see that you're only on 60k - your level of production is much higher than that! You deserve a lot more!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much! Happy you're enjoying the videos. Appreciate the kind words!

[@darklsn]

This was intense hahahaha; I felt like I was right there with you behind the bar, in the weeds, and 3 seconds away from having a panic attack in the walk-in.

[@AndersErickson]

Yes! You get it - the walk-in panic attack is real 😂

[@roadrunnercrazy]

Yes! Entertaining but intense. Totally reminds me why I left off working with the public. I love people but just can't handle the stress.🤷‍♀️

[@vyzion]

That was way better than I was expecting it to be, thank you!

[@mmja_wavridr]

So I’ve been watching your videos for about a month. Setting up an at home bar, going well, your recipes are great. But today I stumbled across this video and there is no f’ing way in hell I will ever venture into bartending as a profession, you have a gift my friend.

[@kyleknebel6409]

I really enjoy watching you go "to the bar", to get "the booze", and then "let's mix". Happy to be a "regular" and congrats on the 60K!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Kyle! Cheers to you!

[@ldp0567]

Anders showing of his acting chops! Great video, and congrats on now cresting 200K!

[@user-sw7js4jw7v]

I've never been a bartender but I feel this video so hard. Had me cringing pretty good at some of these characters. You've gotta have some crazy good patience!

[@jonathangleason9404]

Hahaha this was amazing, at least we can have solidarity that we all go through the same experiences in hospitality. Cheers Anders and Az! Next stop 100k!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you, Jonathan!

[@MrWhangdoodles]

4 days ago I had the best night out ever. I went to my favourite bar in Vienna (Kleinod) and I decided to have a little fun with the bartender. I ordered things off menu. Black Manhatten, 12 Mile Limit and a Corpse Reviver No2...and 5 other cocktails...I was pretty sloshed. He was unsure with the Corpse Reviver No2, so I told him my ratios and then we started talking. We talked about weird and cool ingredients like Clamato in a Caesar, which I got a handshake for, just for knowing it. Thanks to you. Gave a massive tip and we were regaled with stories and free shots. My best friend and I were the first in the bar, and the last to leave...with a random regular who was also pretty early. Got the bartender's number and of the head waiter, who is an absolute legend. I told him about your channel. I think he will definitely be a subscriber, if he isn't already. Also, he gave me his recipe for an awesome cocktail, great guy.

[@AndersErickson]

That sounds like a memorable evening, Joonha - thanks for sharing! Hope it leads to many more! Cheers!

[@jacksoncard]

Love the videos Anders, this was one was particularly refreshing and heartwarming. I'm a fledgling cocktail bartender in canada and really appreciate your build videos, tiki knowledge and your attitude towards hospitality! Makes me wanna work hard and become better :) - Jackson

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Jackson! Glad you're enjoying the content. Cheers from one bartender to another! 🥃

[@LiquidMemoir]

Way too accurate! Your acting skills are on another level my friend. Beautiful editing as well by Az. Congrats! I think you might as well hit the script for the 100k special already 😂

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Gabe! This was a fun one to do - made me miss the old characters. Cheers, my friend!

[@Josxou]

This was hilarious! Such a creative way to share some really interesting characters you've encountered over your years. Love the content. Cheers, Anders!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much! Cheers!

[@hopeyhope2012]

Congrats on the growth, well deserved!! Between the awesome cocktails and stellar videography, this has turned into one of my favorite channels on KZbin! *cheers*

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Hope! Cheers to you! 🥃

[@ben.earnest]

This was amazing 😂 proud to be one of the regulars.

[@AndersErickson]

Absolutely - thanks, Ben! Cheers to you!

[@gagzy1989]

This was wholesome. ☺️

[@desib9978]

Bartending flashbacks! 8 years at one bar. Ooof! Lot of memories good and bad. I truly miss that lil place and some of those obnoxious people.

[@LikeOnATree]

That.... was.... HILARIOUS!!!!!! Congrats on 60K, you've earned it!!

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate that! Cheers!!

[@camsummer1697]

Great video Anders. I'm loving your channel more and more with each video. Your pleasant personality and relaxed but informative approach to each cocktail is damn near perfect. Cheers to 60k and hopefully many more in the future!

[@AndersErickson]

Really appreciate that, Cam! Thank you so much. Cheers! 🥃

[@ossaobscura]

Absolutely brilliant! Anyone who works in an industry that has a regular clientele will relate to this. I bet this was a blast to make.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Georgina! It really was a lot of fun - happy you enjoyed it!

[@ryanellis424]

Everything about this, acting, editing, creativity, was extremely well done!!

[@Cale_E]

Hilarious! You have a gift for story telling! Transitions were tight and hilarious! Cheers!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you, Cale! So happy you enjoyed it!

[@Mark_Wood]

I must have watched this a dozen times. It just gets better and better!

[@dominicgerman5908]

This video was awesome dude. Loved it!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Dominic! So happy you enjoyed it!

[@mariob1928]

You are a gift that keeps on giving. Thank you!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you, Marion! Cheers!

[@matthohmann6405]

So great Anders! Loved this one. I for sure have been the guy at W8 wanting in before opening time!

[@CynicalCharmer]

3:51 Absolutely shook me. We used to have a regular widow always in black with red lipstick, who we were convinced either killed her husband or played him like Norman Bates and his mother. She was soooo weird.

[@gianfrancogallardo7710]

I just love it i must say that once i've been the martinez guy hahaha love it man

[@TheWatev123456789]

What a delightfully creative way to commemorate your "regulars" on KZbin! I like the way you think, Anders! (And also Az if she was involved in the idea!)

[@patressakearns4290]

This video is just plain fantastic! Very entertaining, extremely well done. Bravo! Brava!

[@watchmewatch9]

Ha ha. Dude, you really could keep doing these "skits" as they are highly entertaining. It's like....you've experienced all these plethora of personalities in various stages of inebriation, from behind the bar top 😉😉😂😂

[@lukas_g243]

"We're not open yet" - customer lmao

[@bbear0210]

Great video anders

[@UnclePete]

congratulation man you are really blowing up, and you totally deserve it!

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate that, Pete! KZbin is a crazy place. Cheers 🥃

[@barnabashd6723]

I was already subscribed, but this excellent video took it over the top, now I’m notified. Great idea for a mini series, Anders! Recounting cool bar stories, whilst making a drink would be a crowd pleaser! You da man!

[@samplunkett852]

It’s comforting to know that the regulars at bars across the pond are just as weird as they are in Blighty

[@AndersErickson]

Absolutely, Sam - cheers to you!

[@johnkinne1723]

this is incredible.

[@flippinmotown2526]

Anders has now taken the production to the next level, no turning back. Congrats, and love the channel. I wonder what the night before Thanksgiving looks like from the bar perspective, hmmmm?

[@DonCookin]

This video is amazing. I think I love you.

[@janekevans8135]

I was waiting for someone to order a bottle of champagne at the end there. Lol this is genius, I’ve definitely been a couple of these characters. Cheers guys 🤣

[@AndersErickson]

Yes! The champagne at the end 😂 Thanks, Janek - Cheers!

[@zmattrz55]

Wow this sketch was hilarious and amazing. I’ve watched you literally over 100 times already in your cocktail videos and I never expected anything like this video. Such great acting and production. If there are any other characters you’ve met in your time behind the bar I’d love to meet them. Bravo.

[@309729085]

this was delightful. I do hope you do more videos like this!

[@filmsaavy]

Ok. This was one of the best YT cocktail videos. Ever. Just discovered your channel and am hooked. Love your sense of humor and fun manner. And you know what you’re doing. Keep em coming!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Craig! Happy to hear you're enjoying the content. Cheers to you!

[@bathrobelife5177]

And cheers right back to you and the best cocktail channel in the whole wide KZbinrverse, Anders! Thanks so much to you and Az.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Ezra! Today I learned the word "youtuberverse" 😀

[@TheCyleRitchie]

60k is wild. I started following around 6k and it seems like last week.

[@jackscott2154]

Damn... That was really good and actually funny. Well done.

[@MrWhangdoodles]

Wooo, I hope you're preparing a new skit for 100k, right around the corner!

[@zdruck0717]

HOLY CRAP you guys are at 60k already?! Amazing. Gotta love sharing bar stories. Keep it up!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Zach! Appreciate the support - cheers! 🥃

[@GregFeeneyPoker]

Wow, and now you are over 70k. Growing fast! Well deserved man, love your videos. I had been dabbling in cocktails the last couple of years but your channel really helped me kick it up a few levels. Thanks!

[@juliprezt]

%100 Real. I think i have cross the entire characters of this sketch during my time as bartender. You made laught Andrers!! Great acting, you are a mixology of emotions, right? haha!

[@ChelseaLyons]

Great performances all around! 🥂

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Chelsea!

[@bobjohnson3144]

What i’ve learned from being on bar is: the customer’s always right - unless they’ve had a drink, the other night I had someone demand to have every type of glass for water, even a shot of it

[@quadre2002]

This is pure awesomeness

[@jazbojessi3098]

This is fanTAStic!!!! Thanks for a fun skit! Used to bartend and this is a fun tip o’ the hat to the regulars. Love the skits, keep em coming!!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Jessi! Happy you like it - cheers!

[@AP0CALYPSY]

I love it! Although I just subscribed a few months ago I do consider myself a regular. Keep on creating this quality content my man!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks! You're absolutely a regular - thanks for being here. Cheers! 🥃

[@charmcharmappeal]

That was great! Really appreciate the work you put into the channel. 100k very soon!

[@philshallat9043]

This was great Anders!

[@janmoritzeble5596]

I always skipped this video for your cocktail videos and just decided to watch it now. I really missed out on this! Funny, entertaining and really good acting. You should really do more videos like this :)

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Anders, you need to do more of these. You must have so many funny stories to share.

[@carterwoosley5259]

Anders, I love this! Your cinematography and acting are on point! not to mention this was hilarious.

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate that, Carter! Thank you so much!

[@johntomasso3314]

that was fun!

[@markmywordsreviewchannel3860]

You are hilarious sir. Very entertaining. Great editing and acting. This along with your usual awesome recipes? WINNING

[@peterb.68]

Dude your channel is so underrated. Wishing you great success

[@ka8016]

You know we all watched this to look for ourselves and people we know.

[@ecosolo2049]

definitely wanna see more of these

[@TheUncleallan]

THIS WAS HILARIOUS!!! Loved it! What a fun idea! You should totally make more tales from the bar in this style!!

[@Future_Rebellion]

This was SO good! I was laughing the whole way through. Also, great production, it felt like a movie to me.

[@cecefil]

Wow this is truly amazing. It almost reminds me of the regulars when I worked the front desk at a family practice doctor's office years ago. People of all behaviors. It's fun to talk about now but back then it was something else. Cheers Anders & Az!

[@TheFlorian321]

This was so much better than I thought it would be. Another!

[@nikereylen183]

Man I come back to this once a while this is great :) Nobody would expect but being a mixologist can be the toughest job at some nights. Do "One of Everything" happen often? :) Cheers

[@jesseh4259]

This was great! Cracked me up! Keep up the good work!

[@LilyDeTaeye]

Well done!! I loved this

[@twinpints]

Thanks for a glimpse into your world. Cheers!

[@nelomalkevain4129]

Man Jonah is the freaking homie

[@Barprints]

We all know a "Jonah"😂

[@lukas_g243]

Damn I’ve watched this too many times, plz make this a sitcom

[@nathant.7025]

I love it! I have toddlers, and for some reason this reminded me of lunch pretty much every day.

[@AndersErickson]

I love this 😂

[@atomschmidt1]

As a former barber I can tell you we get a lot of the same customers. Especially the “are you open” and “loud on the phone”.

[@deborahinaba2641]

Bravo!!!! Excellent!!! Loved it!! So well done! Love you both!!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Deborah!! We had so much fun making this one!

[@cobyz6987]

Another great video! And congrats on the 60k!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Coby! Cheers!

[@mookchook]

Such a fun and relatable video. I love that there are "types." I have had these customers in the past. But also, I find it hilarious that I would regularly have that exact whisky snob as well as fancy cocktail people coming into the craft brewery that I worked at (where we had our house brewed beer, a red, a white, and a basic bar rail). I also was regularly berated because we didn't have basic beers like Coors... at a craft brewery... I just started bringing them water.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Mark! I guess it’s the characters that make the bar - no matter the type of bar it is. I love how you served water to those asking for Coors 😂

[@JSOS]

All these characters. We love and hate them, and this is why we are in hospitality-so much fun. Amazing video Anders and massive congrats 👏 to both of you for reaching 60K

[@AndersErickson]

That's exactly right, Georgi! It's an incredible industry. Cheers, my friend!

[@devilsinkpot]

This is SOOO good! Worked 15 years as a barkeeper and I know every single one of those. Only that my Doc and Jonah were the same person. And it was Django Reinhard, not the Beatles.

[@AndersErickson]

😂 Love it!

[@cas9065]

An honour to be one of your regulars. Congratulations!