How to Bartend Responsibly

Along with a knowledge of mixing drinks, a bartender—whether professional or amateur— must have a firm understanding of the effects of alcohol. When abused, alcohol can be dangerous, even deadly. As a bartender and host, you should take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the people you serve.

Determining whether a guest has had too much to drink can be difficult because of the many factors that contribute to an individual’s blood alcohol level, including gender, weight, rate of consumption, and amount of food in the stomach. The best way to ensure your guests’ safety is to arrange for sober transportation before they even start drinking.