Bartender and Mixologist Day

Whether you like yours shaken or stirred, on the rocks or straight up, today is Bartender and Mixologist Day. Created by me, Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, this annual "holiday," observed on the last Saturday in June, celebrates those talented folks who are experts at servin' up the perfect cocktail concoction.

Bartender or Mixologist?

While the term "bartender" and "mixologist" are often used interchangeably, a bartender is typically a person who tends bar and serves a variety of drinks to thirsty customers while mixologist's practice the art of mixology. Mixologists not only master the basics of bartending, but also study the craft, understand mixtures and ingredients and create new concoctions that may become tomorrow's classic cocktails.

In honor of Bartender and Mixologist Day, why not whip up a refreshing cocktail? Now that's the spirit!