Bartending Tools You Should Know
An effortless job takes expertise and bartending is no exception. Just like skilled artists, bartenders employ drink knowledge and their … Read More
Bartending 101
How to Begin Bartending Bartending is a fun job that pays well. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment … Read More
Mixology Class
One of the terms you will encounter as a beginner bartender is mixology. Not to be confused with bartending, mixology … Read More
Happy Hour Law Changes FAQ in Illinois
Below are frequently asked questions regarding Public Act 99-0046, which went into effect on July 15, 2015: Q. Will I … Read More
5 Impressive Bartending Tips from Master Bartenders
Starting a career in bartending is one of the best decisions you’ll make. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced … Read More
Introducing Kansas Alcohol Seller-Server Training
From Kansas City to Wichita, we’ve got you covered! Insurance providers recommend our course throughout the great state of Kansas. … Read More
Wisconsin Alcohol Sales Must be Face to Face
Did you know that, according to Wisconsin Law, statute 125.51(6), 125.272, alcoholic beverage sales must be made face-to-face with the buyer and seller, and both … Read More
Ohio Liquor Laws & Bartender License
Ohio Alcohol Laws for Minors, Servers, and Bartenders Every state in the US has its own recognized laws regarding the … Read More
Tennessee Alcohol Laws
Tennessee Alcohol Laws For Minors, Servers, And Bartenders Tennessee alcohol laws apply to all residents and visiting individuals. These laws … Read More
Put Some Flair Into Your Bartending
What is Flair Bartending? Flair bartending, also called flairtending, is the art of adding showmanship to the drink-making process to … Read More
What is a Mind Eraser Shot?
The Mind Eraser shot sounds like it would plow you under but it’s actually pretty chill for a drink with … Read More
Bartender Class & Training Courses: Online & In-Person
Why take a bartender class? Taking a bartender class is one of the fastest and most effective ways to jumpstart … Read More
How to Become a Bartender
Bartending is a legit career choice that more and more people are considering. After all, why not? It allows you … Read More
How Old Do You Have to Be to Be a Bartender?
The minimum bartending age in the US varies depending on where you live. Can you bartend at 18? Each state … Read More
How Much Do Bartenders Make?
Learning how much a bartender makes is one of the first concerns of anyone looking to start a career in … Read More
Responsible Hospitality Institute Summit 2021: New Normal
Responsible Hospitality Institute, Serving Alcohol, Nightlife Security Services and Patronscan discuss the effects of Covid-19, crowd management, and new security … Read More
Introducing Wisconsin Alcohol Seller-Server Training
From Madison to Milwaukee, we’ve got you covered! The Wisconsin Department of Revenue requires and recommends our responsible beverage service course, which … Read More
Dramshop: New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, and Ohio
In this series, we’ll discuss what a dramshop is and what you need to know about the laws in your … Read More
Florida Responsable Vendedor Programa
Florida responsable vendedor programa tiene su Lista de Verificación de Calificaciones para determinar el grado en que un proveedor con … Read More
Everything you need to know about: Carding
Many policies and procedures are implemented at a bar, restaurant, or club. From state laws to house policies, it’s important … Read More
Characteristics of Under 21 Driver’s Licenses
State Identifying Under 21 Driver’s License Elements Alaska License for minors is vertical with “UNDER 21 Until 00-00-0000” written in … Read More
Dramshop: Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, and New Jersey
In this series, we’ll be discussing what dramshop is and what you need to know about the laws in your state. Missouri … Read More
Introducing Massachusetts Alcohol Server Seller Training
With our Massachusetts alcohol server training course, we’ve got you covered from Boston to Worcester, down to the Cape and … Read More
Wisconsin Municipality Information
Below are links to the major municipalities and their city clerk’s office contact information. Take our Wisconsin alcohol certification course … Read More
Signage: What you Need to Know
It doesn’t matter if your bar is old or new; there is one thing that will continually be changing: signage. … Read More
Dramshop: Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, and Mississippi
In this series, we’ll discuss what a dramshop is and what you need to know about the laws in your … Read More
Introducing New Jersey Alcohol Seller-Server Training
From Newark to Trenton, we’ve got you covered! Our course is recommended by insurance providers throughout the great state of … Read More
Introducing West Virginia Alcohol Seller-Server Training
From Charleston to Morgantown, we’ve got you covered. Insurance providers recommend our West Virginia alcohol certification course throughout the great … Read More
Dramshop: Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Maine
In this series, we’ll be discussing what is dramshop and what you need to know about the laws in your … Read More
R.A.V.E Supports Safe and Sober in Minnesota
The State of Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division (AGED) enforces and maintains the integrity of the … Read More
Does Wisconsin Have Temporary Liquor Licenses?
Wisconsin Liquor License Question: I have a church organization that annually files for a temporary beer/wine license for their church … Read More
Introducing Mississippi Alcohol Seller-Server Training
From Jackson to Gulfport, we’ve got you covered! Our course is recommended by insurance providers throughout the great state of … Read More
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
Regarding liability in California, it’s hard to avoid talking about Shelby’s law. In 2008, Shelby Lyn Allen drank underage at … 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
Download your Certificate Below!
Congratulations! Want to be trained by an experienced local bartender? You’re Certified! Ready to put your Certification to Use? We’ve … 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 carry a stigma if the public’s image isn’t carefully curated or monitored. Making your alcohol-serving establishment … 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
Alcohol Server Certification
Bartending License Discounts
On occasion, we run special discount prices for some of our bartender license / alcohol certification courses. Below are special … Read More
Florida Responsible Vendor Program
Benefits of Florida Responsible Vendor Program to you: If you meet the requirements, the State of Florida may proclaim you … Read More
Florida Responsible Vendor Act
Responsible Vendor Act Statutes & Qualifications As part of the Florida Responsible Vendor Act, the Florida Responsible Vendor Program was … 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
Testimonials
Comments about Serving AlcoholRoger B. JohnsonFormer Alcohol & Tobacco Supervisor for WI, Agent of the Year – National Liquor Law … 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
Business & Insurance Referrals
Our customers have used Robert Pomplun and Serving Alcohol, Inc. for over 20 years at our agency with great success! … 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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40 Years Plus of Alcohol Training Experience We take great pride in bringing you quality information. Since 1985, we have … Read More