How to REALLY Become a Bartender [6-Step Plan]

[@BigMarv55]

You might’ve covered this in a video, but I learned drink recipes by making flash cards with the name of the drink on one side and the recipe with exact measurements on the other side. It helped me memorize 80 drinks right off the top of my head so now whenever someone asks me for a drink I just immediately visualize the card. No cheat sheets behind the bar or anything

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Yes, perfect way to memorize drinks. In TheRealBarCourse we have two methods to help memorize the drink recipes, including online flashcards. Keep it up.

[@svennenarkalov169]

So i'm a bartender. I came to your channel to brush up on things once i took a bartending job after not bartending for a little over a year. this is my third time visiting your channel after already being "back in the swing of things". You just have solid information to be had. Whether it's simple bartending tips (like your 'how to cut lemon twists' video that i never even thought of before and have now showed all the other bartenders i work with') to bar management tips that I like to learn on the prospect that I ever potentially want to run/own a bar in the future. This is a good, informative channel for anyone who wants to learn how to work in the service industry, period.

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Thanks Svenne, kind words indeed. Thanks for being here.

[@djblightning5829]

this was the most uplifting, Motivational, straight forward video. straight to the point

[@clownbosss9617]

This is my 4th month of bartending and it’s taught me amazing things about myself I never knew. New emotions and feelings and understanding of the world has all changed for me. I didn’t care about the bartending job, it was a chance to learn and grow and that’s exactly what is happening . It has been mentally draining at times but I always look at the big picture, it’s a step towards something bigger and better. Good luck all

[@ajjingunia]

Lol why am i so inspired, I'm just tryna pour some drinks 😭

[@mollymajors3347]

Love your videos! i applied for a server position at a bar and grill and have a few years experience in serving but never bartending. at the interview they suddenly offered a bartending position because they were in need and i was nervous as hell but jumped on the opportunity! my first day is monday and i had no idea what to expect but your videos have made me feel more at ease and i’m thinking i’ll rock it! fingers crossed hahaha. Thanks dave!

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

You did the most important thing you could do Molly: you jumped on the opportunity. I know servers who spend years serving who want to bartend but never say anything. Excellent job diving head first into your fears and speaking up. It will pay off for you.

[@sammipraul3446]

the beginning of this vid resonated with me so much. i've been a server at a corporate restraurant for a few years, started bartending there last year, and always had an opportunity to work at my boyfriend's family's dive bar. i always wanted to, but i was hesitant for a few reasons. recently i had to jump in and take over one shift a week after they fired someone. and it's SO much different than bartending at a corporate place, learning to free pour instead of measuring with jiggers, learning all these new drinks that i don't have a manual to reference, being on my own instead of having a team of servers to help me.. but you really gave me confidence with the things you said here. and i really do thank you for that.

[@chiefkeef8902]

I will us bar tending as a stepping stone to allow me to have the freedom, networking and money to start my real estate career. Love your videos man! I’m really excited for the course!!

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

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[@brooklynb2002]

This is exactly the kind of advice I needed thank you ❤

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Right on Brooklyn, happy to help.

[@SlowedSonics]

I’m on a Allred video binge and this one had me thinking I was listening to Jocko Willick

[@danieljones3846]

Gonna take some action today & buy a cocktail set to start practicing! Great video

[@RodriFUT98]

Have had the lingering idea of becoming a bartender, and it's now time to pull the trigger, I will comeback to one of these videos with the results. Thank you in advance for the help.

[@Mh02.]

did you make it happen?

[@wideface344]

I love this video man!

[@Killtonyfan413]

I did bartending classes for 2 weeks and got the basic mechanics down but I thought I would land a job EASY after gaining that. WRONG! Its challenging to find good paying bars without restaurant experience (They dont give a damnnnn about your bartending certification from the school By the way) I finally had to humble myself and apply at a ghetto Applebees and got hired same day as bartender and heard horrible things about working there but im gonna take this one head on and gain the experience for my next bar. Wish yall the best of luck and thanks Dave forever the helpful content 🙏🏼

[@victorbazan2676]

No bull, I dig it. “I’m watching you!” Haha Rad, thanks for this.

[@Michelle-jz6gw]

Dude I don't know if you have kids but you must be a great dad

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Haha, yes I do have two kids Michelle, a boy and a girl. They are my everything.

[@Michelle-jz6gw]

@@DaveAllredTheRealBarman May God bless you and your family! Your content is amazing by the way !

[@J1O2C3K4E5S]

Love movie references. Btw X-wing. Not tie fighter ;)

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

I grew up a mega Star Wars fan, and I'm ashamed by my ignorance. Thanks for setting me straight Kimbo. You are correct, the tie-fighters were the bad guys. I need to brush up on my Star Wars lingo.

[@DannyMartinezVO]

[Accidently deleted my post] Hey Dave, Love your channel and it has helped a lot during my early years bartending. I am however an introvert and there is a huge difference between that and being shy. Maybe you can talk about breaking out of shyness more and not bring a negative view of all introverts? I went on a rant previously but reflecting back, no need. You give great information and I thank you for your hard work.

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Good point DH. There is a difference between being shy and being introverted. I gotta tell you that when I was younger, I was extremely shy and very introverted. In fact, I'm still introverted in the fact that I need alone time. They say that extroverts gain energy in a crowded room where they can talk and move around, and that a busy room with lots of conversation drains energy from an introvert. I feel that sometimes. I just need to be alone in quiet room. When I get a chance, I will see if I can make a video on this subject for you.

[@mynuttyfamilyadventures]

Great video, thank you very much, very inspirational

[@qthemusiq6641]

Wow!!! Thank you brother you make great videos

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Thanks Qthemusiq. I appreciate that.

[@TrickyTrixTv]

What if the required experience, everywhere around me, requires it

[@chiefkeef8902]

Guys!!!! With the plan demic being over a lot of jobs are needed!!!

[@KPhlowTV]

Thank You Dave !! Word Up !!

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Word up indeed, Kphlow...Word up indeed.

[@Vpgww]

I Just recently moved from floor to bar and its totally different world, i have quite enough knowledge about bar, drinks etc, but to apply all that knowledge its like very hard for me. Could you give me some tricks?

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Hey Vadly, if you watch some of my other videos, I have provide quite a few tips, tricks and advice to help you out. If you want to get really into depth on how to become an expert bartender, I have TheRealBarCourse. You can click on the link below the video to see if registration is open. Best of luck.

[@nicholaskirtadze4678]

I took a two week bartending school, unfortunately before seeing your videos. I have applied to a handful of interviews, any recommendations for the interviews?

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Hey Nicholas, I do have plenty of recommendations for the interview, but too much to try and explain in the comments section. I have a video on the top 5 interview questions you can check out, and then TheRealBarCourse has an extensive section on interviewing.

[@DimitarSomlev]

You are deep here. Nice

[@jesiem4864]

❤love your advices your the best 🙏🏼

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Very kind of you Jesie, thank you.

[@hlebtabunou3074]

this is excellent life advise

[@connorallen1683]

why am i watching this I've never wanted to be a bartender before lol

[@EyoFreestyle]

Thank you🙏

[@sandraiveethmartinez5794]

Ouch! Loveee it

[@Murryboys]

i like your style. UP the Starwars Voice.

[@amypuree]

How to become a bartender: "use the force mf"

[@scottglass9891]

How many times have you watched someone who was a great bartender but couldn’t handle the job?

[@DaveAllredTheRealBarman]

Not sure I understand the question Scott. They're a great bartender but they can't handle the job?

[@mzcecerodriguez5428]

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