Bar Guide

To make the perfect drink you need the best equipment. Chef Link can provide a complete range of products to set up your bar and restock it. One of the best ways to learn about how to create a great bar is to try bars for yourself. Take a tour around the city and note down how they operate and what you like about each one.

To make toughened glass, the glassware is heated to melting point and then cooled slowly.

SELLING SPIRITS

A spirit measure guide helps you give your customers what they pay for. Chef Link provides measures with the approved trade measure.

SPIRIT MEASURING

INSTRUMENTS MUST:

• Be of a design approved by the National Standards Commission.
• Be in capacities of 15ml (half), 30ml (nip), or 60ml (double).
• Be made of a rigid or semi rigid material.
• Be marked with its capacity in millilitres (ml) and bear a Trade Measurement mark.
• Be marked with the manufacturer’s identification.

TIPS FOR CREATING THE PERFECT BAR

Your bar can be the centre stage of your establishment. It is one of the most important areas to create an atmosphere.

• It is important to make sure your bar is stocked with the right tools to mix drinks which suit your customer’s taste.
• Ensure glassware is clean and within easy reach of bar service areas.
• Always have a good supply of backup mixers (fruit juice) and garnishes (lemon, lime, and mixed fruit) ready for rush periods.
• Maintain clean bar surfaces at all times.

Information from the Department of Fair Trading