10 Rules for a Great Night at the Bar

TLDRLearn the 10 essential rules to have a great night at the bar, including ordering appropriately, bringing shots to the bar, not tapping or waving to get the bartender's attention, opening a tab, buying the first round, giving guidance when ordering new drinks, knowing the strength and cost of your drinks, choosing a reasonably priced bar for experimentation, being prepared to order in a busy and loud environment, and, most importantly, tipping your bartender.

Key insights

🍹Order appropriate drinks for the bar you are at, considering their expertise and menu.

🙌Bring shots to the bar or order them through a waitress to avoid spills and inconveniences.

🤫Do not tap, wave, or make noises to get the bartender's attention.

💵If possible, open a tab instead of closing it after every drink to save time for both the bartender and yourself.

🍻Buy the first round of drinks when out with friends to set a positive and generous tone for the night.

Q&A

What should I order at a dive bar?

Stick to simple drinks like beer or a mixed drink like Jack and Coke.

How do I get the bartender's attention without waving?

Be patient and wait for your turn, avoid tapping or waving.

Should I open a tab or pay cash?

If you plan on staying for a while, open a tab. Otherwise, cash is king.

What if I want to try a new drink?

Give the bartender guidance on your preferences, such as your preferred spirit or flavor profile.

How do I order in a busy and loud environment?

Speak clearly and confidently to ensure the bartender can hear you.

Timestamped Summary

00:02Introduction to the video and goal of reaching 75k subscribers.

01:56The first rule is to order appropriate drinks for the bar you are at.

03:42The second rule is to bring shots to the bar or order them through a waitress.

04:14The third rule is to not tap, wave, or make noises to get the bartender's attention.

04:47The fourth rule is to open a tab instead of closing it after every drink.

05:22The fifth rule is to buy the first round of drinks when out with friends.

06:08Additional rules include giving guidance when ordering new drinks, knowing the strength and cost of your drinks, choosing a reasonably priced bar for experimentation, being prepared to order in a busy and loud environment, and tipping your bartender.

07:07Conclusion and call to action to subscribe to the channel and share the video.