Dramshop Laws: Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, and Indiana

In this series, we’ll discuss what is dramshop and what you need to know about the laws in your state. … Read More

Compliance Checks Are Real In Wisconsin

Maria R.-S., 31, of Waukegan, WI, was charged with the sale/delivery of alcohol to a minor on Oct. 21 at … Read More

The Trend of Binge Drinking

Studies have shown a growing trend of binge drinking among college-aged women. The increase has been attributed to the growth … Read More

California: Shelby’s Law and Liability

When referring to liability in the state of California, it’s hard to avoid talking about Shelby’s law. In 2008, Shelby … Read More

NSC Podcast Ep 023 – Responsible Alcohol Beverage Service

Serving Alcohol is happy to announce our CLO & founder, Bob Pomplun, joins our partner, Nightlife Security Consultants, in podcast about Responsible Alcohol Beverage Service.… Read More

Wisconsin State Alcohol Laws and Questions

What Number of Drinks Can Be Ordered? Question: I was wondering if there are any laws concerning the number of … Read More

Our Wisconsin Server Seller Course

From Milwaukee to Madison, we’ve got you covered. Our Wisconsin online course is authorized and approved by the State of … Read More

Dramshop Laws in Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, and Florida

In this series, we’ll discuss what dram shop is and what you need to know about the laws in your … Read More

Our Illinois BASSET Server-Seller Course

From Chicago to Aurora, we’ve got you covered! Our BASSET Training course is recommended by many insurance carriers in Illinois … Read More

Dramshop: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, and California

Way, way, way back in the day (18th century England) a dram was used as a unit of measure a … Read More

Reduce risk and be rewarded: Florida Responsible Vendor Program

We make it easy and inexpensive for you to be a responsible vendor in Florida. As a Florida liquor license … Read More

Why Security and Alcohol Training Go Hand in Hand

Hospitality security isn’t just one person at the front of your bar. It actually is a mindset that needs to … Read More

What you need to know about Michigan Reopening

As the dust settles and states begin to look forward to reopening it’s time to think about what types of … Read More

1 in 4 U.S. Teens and Young Adults Binge Drink: CDC

More than one in four U.S. teens and young adults admit they are binge drinkers, health officials said Tuesday. In … Read More

Our Ohio Server-Seller Course

From Cincinnati to Cleveland, we’ve got you covered for Ohio bartending license certification. Our Ohio alcohol certification course strictly follows … Read More

Breaking Down the: Whiskey Sour

While we may not be sailing aboard large ships on risky exploratory voyages, we can still enjoy the modern-day Whiskey … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Muddler

Fresh mint, limes, lemons, and berries, can make an ordinary cocktail explode with flavor once their juices are carefully pressed. … Read More

Now or Never: Starting Takeout and Delivery Services

While takeout or delivery may not have been on your radar before, it most likely is now. With the change … Read More

States Closed for Dining-In & Alcohol Service

Some states have different restrictions when it comes to reducing the spread of COVID. Safety measures such as sanitizing, cleaning, … Read More

Our Pennsylvania Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP)

From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, we’ve got you covered! Our course is approved by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB). Act … Read More

Breaking Down the: Sidecar

The Sidecar’s origins are unclear as with many other cocktail recipes that have been conceived over the years. A French … Read More

Our New York Server-Seller Course

From New York City to Rochester, we have covered you. Our New York online alcohol training course is authorized and … Read More

Serving Alcohol’s Iowa Server-Seller Course

Need an Iowa Alcohol Certification? From Des Moines to Cedar Rapids, we got you covered! Our Iowa alcohol certification course … Read More

Our Georgia Alcohol Server Seller Course

From Atlanta to Savannah, we’ve got you covered! Our Georgia alcohol server permit course is recommended by insurance providers throughout the … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Tin on Tin Shaker

Cocktail Shakers Date Back from When? Cocktail shakers have been around for centuries, with the earliest dating back to 7000 … Read More

Breaking Down the: Long Island Iced Tea

Riddled with controversy, not just on the amount of alcohol that goes into it; the Long Island Iced Tea has … Read More

Serving Alcohol and Patronscan Partnership!

Training solutions company Serving Alcohol Inc is excited to announce a new partnership with industry innovator Patronscan. With a combined … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Parisian Shaker

The Parisian Shaker Shakers in the art of mixology are essential in creating a perfectly mixed drink. In addition to … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Boston Shaker

A shaker is a much-needed necessity in the art of preparing cocktails. One of the many shakers used throughout bars … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Jigger

What’s a jigger? When it comes to equipment behind the bar, there is a small list of essentials for making … Read More

Illinois COVID-19 Response

Illinois has been hard at work taking measures to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus. Unemployment claims have also taken … Read More

What you need to know about Texas Reopening

As the dust settles and states begin to look forward to reopening it’s time to think about what types of … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 6 – Training

Before reopening it’s important that you purchase training and even conduct some training sessions. Some important places to focus on … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 5 – Social Distance

It would be best if you prepared your bar or restaurant before reopening to promote social distance. Then continue to … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 4 – Clean and Sanitize

One of the most disruptive tasks to your typical workday (other than wearing a mask) will be the requirements to … Read More

What You Need To Know About Georgia Reopening

As the dust settles and states begin to look forward to reopening it’s time to think about what types of … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 3 – Proper Use of PPE

Personal protective equipment (PPE) provides a safety barrier between the user and a contaminate. In the case of restaurant and … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 2 – Handwashing

Steps to Reopening: Part 2 – Handwashing Who would have thought that the simple act of handwashing (or telling someone … Read More

Steps to Reopening: Part 1 – Personal Hygiene

To help facilitate the reopening process and assist in the training process, we’ll be offering a free PowerPoint presentation that … Read More

What you need to know about Wisconsin Reopening

As the dust settles and states begin to look forward to reopening, it’s time to think about what measures your … Read More

Masks for Restaurants

As more states start opening up across the United States, one common aspect seems to be appearing in regulations and … Read More

What You Need To Know About Pennsylvania Reopening

As the dust settles and states begin to look forward to reopening, it’s time to think about what measures your … Read More

5 Steps to Preventing Bartender Theft

Have you heard of the term shrinkage? Shrinkage refers to the liquor which is lost due to waste, spillage, and … Read More

Taking a Customer’s Temperature

Safety precautions such as wearing face masks and gloves have become the new normal, as will the process of taking … Read More

Behind the Bar Rail: Cobbler Shaker

A cobbler shaker is an essential tool in the fine art of mixology. Shaking a drink not only mixes all … Read More

Breaking Down the: Martini

While the origins of the Martini are uncertain, it’s been a popular drink since at least the 1860s. So much … Read More

25 of Your Most Popular Alcohol Serving Questions Answered

We have included 25 of the most frequently asked questions with answers that will assist you and your staff with … Read More

Security for Late Night Alcohol Serving Establishment

Security staff for alcohol-serving establishments has many tasks.  Whether it’s checking identification, dealing with issues such as harassment, or possible … Read More

Job Search for Bars, Restaurants, and Nightclubs

Finding A New Job for Bartenders, Servers, and Managers Serving Alcohol offers an online search for bartenders, servers, waiters, waitresses, … Read More

Fostering a Respected Alcohol Serving Establishment

Bars and nightclubs can have a stigma to them if the image of the public isn’t carefully curated or monitored. … Read More

The Bubble Concept

Setting Safety Standards For Your Establishment When thinking of bar safety, we like to use the Bubble Concept. With the … Read More

Bartender On the Job Training

Bartending is a popular profession. An estimated 600,000 jobs will open up in the next 20 years, according to the … Read More

15 Tips about Entry Control in Alcohol-Serving Establishments

When patrons are first entering an alcohol-serving establishment, it’s essential to take the necessary precautions so that no one, underage … Read More

Is your staff harassing customers? Here’s how to fix it!

The Customer Always Comes First Patron harassment comes in many forms. It can be a subtle as a sigh, an … Read More

Wisconsin State Alcohol Law Questions

We are not offering legal advice, only passing on answers we have heard from the state of Wisconsin, please follow … Read More

Gen Z and the Future of Beer: The Beer Industry is Changing!

As the rise of Generation Z drinkers (born 1997 to present) flood alcohol-serving bars and restaurants, we’re seeing a shift … Read More

Serving Alcohol Launches in 3 Northeast States

Serving Alcohol Launches in three Northeast States; New York, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. Serving Alcohol Inc., the leading professional online provider … Read More

Draft beer dispenser fills cups from the bottom!

  THE BOTTOMS UP beer dispenser can pour up to 44 pints a minute, with just one person using it. Add … Read More

Are You a “Bad Bar”? Eight Risky Behaviors You Should Fix Today

Sometimes, the general attitude and feeling of your bar can change. A bad hire or a new group of customers … Read More

Wisconsin Alcohol Laws FAQ

As part of the Wisconsin Legislature, some rules govern selling and serving alcohol. Below is a list of frequently asked … Read More

Wisconsin DUI Law has a Lifetime Ban for Convicted Drunk Drivers

Governor Scott Walker had enacted in 2018 a new law for those convicted of a OWI 4th offense or higher. … Read More

Americans are Drinking Themselves to Death

Alcohol is killing Americans at a rate not seen in at least 35 years, according to new federal data. Last … Read More

8 States With The Strangest Alcohol Laws

Not all states have the same alcohol laws. So, when planning a trip, you might ask yourself, what states don’t … Read More

How To Get Your Wisconsin Bartending License

Bartending can be a fun time. It allows you to work in a lively and fun social environment, meet some … Read More

Some Advice for Parents of Teenagers

Some of us here at Serving Alcohol are parents of soon-to-be teenage children. The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility has … Read More

Good News for Craft Beer Brewers in Michigan!

The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association applauds the Legislature for overwhelmingly approving a package of bills to clarify gray … Read More

West Baraboo Approves Sober Server Ordinance

The Village of West Baraboo approved a Thursday ordinance prohibiting bartenders and other alcohol vendors from being drunk on the … Read More

Cure Your Hangover With Pedialyte?

Pedialyte, once synonymous with treating childhood stomach aches, has found a surprising adult clientele – those seeking relief from the … Read More

Safe Cabs – Free Ride Home For Afterhours Crowd

A judge in Isanti County, Minnesota, has been leading the way in keeping the celebration safe. It’s called Safe Cabs. … Read More

Teenage girls consuming more alcohol than boys

Recent data suggests that teenage girls are drinking more than boys, and for more serious reasons. The results came from … Read More

Robert Pomplun at Illinois Liquor Control Commission Annual Meeting

Representatives from colleges throughout Illinois attended the Illinois Liquor Control Commission’s (ILCC) 9th and 10th Annual College Town Summit. Presentations … Read More

Protect Your Bartender Certification By Knowing Your State Laws

To become a рrоfеѕѕіоnаl bаrtеndеr, уоu nееd tо gеt the рrореr training іn responsible alcohol service. A Bartender Certification gіvеѕ уоu … Read More

Alcohol Server Seller Certification to make a Career

For anyone making a career in the food and beverages serving the industry in the US, there are some training … Read More

Booze, braids and more: Odd state laws take effect

Virginia hunters can now choose to wear pink in the woods. Indiana residents will no longer be able to avoid … Read More

Why We Need Bartenders And Servers To Care

What is an employee’s understanding of the “Duty of care?”  The duty of care is to “CARE”.  Bartenders and servers … Read More

Learn to Manage Alcohol Serving Environments with a Responsible Alcohol Course

The way weekend fun is important for everyone, the bar staff have their professional responsibility for alcohol sales and service. … Read More

T.G.I. Friday’s Serves Alcoholic Root Beer to 8-Year-Old Boy

“What do you call that? Throw up root beer?” the boy, Tyler Schwab, said in an interview with news station … Read More

8 Medicines That Don’t Mix With Alcohol

What is Poly Impairment? Poly Impairment is a term that refers to using multiple drugs (alcohol is a drug) or … Read More

Wisconsin Alcohol Laws and Information

Top 10 Things About Wisconsin Alcohol Laws to Know Right Now You can serve alcohol at age 18—but only if … Read More

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