1884 How to mix drinks. Bar keepers' handbook (1884)

— 12 — who are apparently light-hearted, and in general use good judgment in his conversation with all with whom he comes With these few words on the general attributes of a good bartender, we will enter upon the details of his business. Glasses of all the various kinds should be arranged on the bench so that they will be handy when wanted. When a man steps up to the bar the bartender should at once water upon the counter, ask the customer in a polite and pleasant tone of voice what kind of liquor he wishes. All mixed drinks should be made in full view of the purchaser, and such skill and dexterity should be used in handling the bottles, glasses, etc., as will gain the admira- tion of the customer and establish the bartender as an ex- Under no circumstances should a stained or dripping glass be handed out to a customer or used in mixing a drink, and it is always advisable to have a number of glasses about two-thirds filled with water and ice on the bench ready for use at any time, but the customer should pert in his profession. in contact while in the discharge of his duties. present himself before him, and, producing a glass of ice

not be expected to pour out the water from a pitcher as is

sometimes done.