The view from behind the bar

A drinking establishment looks a lot different from behind the bar that separates bartenders from the crowd of drinkers. Over at Alcademics, one long-time drinker gained some perspective on the art of slinging drinks during his first stint as a mixologist.

The most obvious realization is that we are not as charming or polite as we think we are when we are drinking — and that the bartender is cognizant of this.

At the same time, being behind the stick can be like playing the video game Tapper — thirsty patrons seem to materialize when you have your back turned, not to mention the crush that accompanies the start of cocktail hour at an event or wedding.