Spirits & Mixed Drinks

You can only achieve an efficient workflow when your work area is clean and well-organised. This is true also for bars and restaurants where time, money and guest satisfaction are all measures of how well they're set up. A food and beverage team will likely follow standard operating procedures in the form of opening and closing checklists, to ensure the venue is set up and closed correctly each day.

This course, How to Set Up a Bar Station, will prepare you to open, set up, and close down a bar, dining room, bathroom and guest entrance. This course covers:

• A sample opening checklist with instructions for each of the 11 essential opening stages
• A sample closing checklist with instructions for each of the seven closing stages
• A maintenance checklist for keeping a venue's entrance, dining room, bar and guest facilities in a tidy and clean condition
• A quiz to test your knowledge of opening and closing procedures.
• Let's begin learning the standard operating procedures for opening and closing a bar.

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Garnishes are important in cocktails for both visual appeal and aromatic enhancement. They add an attractive touch to the drink, making it more inviting to consumers.  

"Mise en place" (pronounced meez ahn plahs) is a French culinary term that translates to "putting in place" or "everything in its place." In the context of hospitality, it refers to the practice of gathering and arranging all the necessary ingredients, tools, and equipment needed before you begin.

In this course, we will look at aspects of mise en place and garnishes, equipping you with the knowledge for efficiently crafting visually appealing cocktails. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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Learn essential techniques for cutting fruit slices, peeling citrus zest, and preparing herbs. Discover how garnishing can enhance both the presentation and taste of your cocktails. By the end of this course, you'll create visually stunning drinks that impress your guests.

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This bite sized course describes how a still works, and the difference between batch and continuous distillation. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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This quick, bite-sized course explores the similarities and differences between vodka and gin, along with popular drinks for each and flavour profiles of these two beloved spirits.   

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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This quick, bite-sized course covers the defining characteristics of tequila and rum, as well as the different styles of each spirit category. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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This bite sized course explores the diverse origins of whisk(e)y and how it varies in taste and style. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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Before you start preparing mixed drinks, it is important to familiarise yourself with your venue’s pouring policies and standards for the perfect serve.

This course will provide you with standard service steps to follow when building a mixed drink. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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This quick, bite-sized course explores how wine evolves into brandy and the differences between brandy, cognac, armagnac, and pisco. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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This bite sized course will help you gain a clear understanding of the steps involved in producing a liqueur, as well as the distinctions between aperitif style liqueurs and other varieties. 

Bar Bites are short 2-5 minute courses intended to provide essential knowledge on a variety of bar-related topics. Covering popular cocktails, different spirits, and quality service, Bar Bites are suitable for those new to the field or experienced individuals looking to refresh their knowledge.

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