Author Archives: Tom Johnson

South Carolina has enacted new statewide alcohol service compliance rules that make alcohol server training mandatory for the first time. … Read More

Serving Alcohol, Inc. is approved to provide alcohol server training that meets South Carolina’s H.3430 requirements. The course is specifically … Read More

In May 2025, the South Carolina legislature passed H.3430, a major reform that reshapes how the state regulates alcohol server … Read More

The cosmopolitan cocktail—often simply called the “cosmo”—is one of the most iconic drinks in modern mixology. Stylish, tart, and beautifully … Read More

Paying close attention to the alcohol sales and service landscape is critical for many businesses. From shifting customer preferences to … Read More

In the hospitality industry, alcohol service comes with both privilege and responsibility. Every time a server, bartender, or manager pours … Read More

The mimosa is one of the most celebrated brunch cocktails ever created. Simple, elegant, and endlessly adaptable, this sparkling favorite … Read More

Understanding Illinois DUI and alcohol service laws is crucial for hospitality professionals. This guide covers everything from DUI penalties and … Read More

The French 75 cocktail is a symbol of elegance in a glass—bright, bubbly, and slightly boozy. Made with gin, Champagne, … Read More

For owners, operators, beverage directors, and managers at businesses and chains that sell and/or serve alcohol—such as restaurants, bars, hotels, … Read More

The gimlet cocktail is a no-nonsense classic. With just two or three ingredients, it’s one of the easiest drinks to … Read More

To successfully navigate potential risks and liability issues at establishments that sell and/or serve alcohol (such as restaurants, bars, hotels, … Read More

Understanding Food Safety Requirements in Texas Food safety is critical to running any food-related business in Texas. Whether managing a … Read More

Serving Alcohol, the leading alcohol training and certification provider, has published a new white paper called “CHAINS: 4 Ways Responsible … Read More

When the weather turns crisp, nothing says cozy like pumpkin spice cocktails, apple cider margaritas, and warm fall drinks. From … Read More

A common question many new business owners and operators ask in the bar, restaurant, and hospitality industry is, “What is … Read More

The Bellini cocktail is one of those drinks that keeps things simple yet feels elegant. With peach purée and sparkling … Read More

Alcohol delivery is booming in Atlanta, but competition is fierce, and delivery drivers and retailers need to stay ahead by … Read More

Navigating Pennsylvania’s alcohol laws requires more than knowing the legal drinking age. From liability protections and server training to the … Read More

Serving Alcohol, the leading alcohol training and certification provider, has published a new white paper called “The Five Foundations of … Read More

How to Use a Bar Strainer: The Ultimate Guide for Bartenders In the world of mixology, a bartender’s tools are … Read More

These are some of the most popular drinks a bartender should know. Whether a seasoned veteran or just starting the … Read More

Introducing Serving Alcohol’s newest state alcohol seller-server course in Missouri! Whether you’re a seasoned industry professional or just starting your … Read More

Why Choose Our Tennessee Beer Vendor Alcohol Training? Introducing Serving Alcohol’s newest state alcohol seller-server course in Tennessee! Whether you’re … Read More