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Raise your glasses and cheers to all the hardworking bartenders out there on National Bartender Appreciation Day - let's show them some love!
Raise your glasses and join in on the celebration of Bartender Appreciation Day, which falls on the first Friday in December! This day is all about showing gratitude and recognizing the hard work of those who serve us our favorite drinks with a smile. Did you know that bartending has been around since ancient times, when taverns were popular gathering places for people? Today, bartenders are not only skilled at mixing up delicious cocktails, but they also provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for patrons. So let's raise a toast to these unsung heroes of the bar industry and make sure they know how much we appreciate them!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of Bartending</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bartending careers began to form during the 19th century in taverns and other inns where alcohol was served.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1904</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First U.S. Bartending School Opens</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States Bartenders' Guild was founded, marking the first organized effort to train those in the profession.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1919-1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prohibition Era</div><div class='timeline-text'>During prohibition, bartenders were forced underground and operated in speakeasies, leading to a resurgence in bartending post-prohibition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cocktail Culture Birth</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1960s, there was a band of bartenders who began using fresh ingredients in their cocktails, leading to a resurgence and appreciation for handcrafted cocktails.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bartender Appreciation Day Created</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Bartender Appreciation Day was established by Sailor Jerry Rum to honor and recognize the hard work of bartenders worldwide.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a signature cocktail</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put your bartending skills to the test and create a special cocktail in honor of Bartender Appreciation Day. Share the recipe with your favorite bartenders and raise a glass to their hard work and dedication.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write thank-you notes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write personalized thank-you notes to your favorite bartenders. Let them know how much you appreciate their service and how they make your nights out so much more enjoyable.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a new bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Explore a new bar or cocktail lounge and show your support for different bartenders in your area. You may even discover a new favorite drink or spot to frequent.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bartender appreciation party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over and have a party to celebrate bartenders! Ask everyone to bring a bottle or ingredient to contribute to making cocktails and have a fun night in, toasting to the hardworking bartenders.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Leave generous tips</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to show your appreciation for bartenders by leaving generous tips when you go out. They work hard to make sure you have a great time, so let them know they are valued and appreciated.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They provide great service</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bartenders work hard to ensure that customers have a smooth and enjoyable experience. They not only serve up delicious drinks, but also offer friendly conversation and make sure everyone is having a good time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They're skilled at their craft</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bartenders are more than just people pouring drinks - they are skilled professionals who know how to mix and create a wide variety of cocktails, shots, and mocktails. It takes a lot of training and practice to perfect the art of bartending.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They add fun to our lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From hosting themed nights to creating new and exciting drink specials, bartenders have a way of making going out with friends or family even more enjoyable. They bring an element of entertainment and liveliness to any bar or restaurant.</p></div></div>
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