Keys Bartender Anti-maga Podcast

The technological revolution has helped Keys Folk with gift purchasing. the internet can't help you with the best gift, the gift of yourself. The 9th drink of Xmas is the candy cane martini .

A special announcement is made by a regular. It did not live up to expectations of the crowd. Its the 7 drink of Christmas. Jim reviews Company Christmas Party strategy.

Jim issues a retraction for his comments on Eggnog after his father takes issue and gives his father's recipe. Another visitor from Poland gets a whirl-wind tour of the Upper Keys. Helpful hints on where you need to be to meet someone special, and it's not a on small bus. The 6th Drink of Christmas is the Hot Cran Apple Cider.

Awkward editing does not deter Jim. Hot Chocolate is the 5th drink of Christmas it works for both non-drinkers and drinkers. Tipping remains a lion's share of the income stream for many people. 

Jim gives Company Xmas (Holiday) Etiquette tips using the movie Die Hard to illustrate the points. Spiced/Mulled wine is the 4th drink of Christmas recipe provided. Jim and some co-workers try to be anonymous during a DUI stop.

Today we continue with the 3rd of the 12 Drinks of Christmas, Eggnog. When a patron has words with another Jim has to interject himself. Two women walk into the Bar and comedy ensues.

Released simultaneously with my first YouTube Video which you can find by searching for Keys Bartender. Xmas Trees are getting scarce in the Upper Keys. Confidentiality is an implicit agreement between patron and Bartender. We wrap with the Espresso Martini as our 2nd drink for the 12 Drinks of Christmas.

We start a segment called the 12 drinks of Christmas with a drink you can make for the festivities. We describe a Roman Food Orgy prior to Jim's Post-Thanksgiving wrap-up.  Our host shares his methodology he used to prepare to feast, and it backfires on him. It is estimated that over 53 million Americans are food insecure, every episode till New Year's will be dedicated to those people. Here...

The Margarita is one of the most iconic cocktails with numerous origin claims. We go through some of the history and components. We give some tips for making sure you make your flight or cruise on time. We close with Jim's multi-layered take on the Margarita. 

While the rest of the U.S. shivers we are all toasty in the Keys.  We discuss ordering etiquette for patrons and restaurant servers. It being the approach of the Holiday season Jim asks for a modicum of consideration for the people in the Service Industry. How does New Years Eve sometimes have a chilling affect on business. Finally we wrap for tips on handling large drink orders.

 When is a drink shaken or stirred? James Bond's direction is an outlier for the properly prepared a martini and that is o.k.  Recognition, certificates, and awards are nice but they are not necessarily an indicator of greatness. Jim gives his recipe for a martini and it is simple.

Tropical Storm Nicole heads towards Florida. Though the title may sound like an option at a massage parlor, it is an iconic cocktail. Like many a cocktail bartenders can't agree on a preparation. We'll try to simplify it. Jim gives his take on the cocktail.

Jim sees his first Library Book vending machine on his way to vote. We spend time talking about arguably the most important of garnish/ingredient, the lime. Sometimes it is an after thought of a garnish and other times it is critical to the cocktail. Finally while watching a sitcom on Apple TV in English and Spanish, Jim wonders why so many people are reluctant to be exposed to other languages let...

Bloody Mary's come in all colors or should we say shades of red. There are several critical components of a good Bloody Mary but there are an unlimited variations. Triggers are anything that spark an emotional response. Jim explains why it is important to avoid as much as possible those actions or topics that could make the atmosphere uncomfortable at a Bar. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates, www.k...

We finally get to episode 666 and realize it is just a number. We go over how Jim prepares himself to work when ill. What is the difference between fear and anxiety? Both emotions are huge components in our daily lives and both don't need to be viewed as negative. Thanks to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates

Jim works the Bar's biggest event of the year while under the weather.  A Florida Man dies and there is no irony for a change. Finally if we exist in an infinite universe what is the significance if any in our achievements.  Thanks to our Sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com

Which is the appropriate costume for a Witch? It's a matter of taste. Jim's place of work is getting ready to host an annual fund-raiser the Key Largo Witches' Ride. We talk about best practices when tending bar at busy events. We wrap with the idea that late starts in life are possible. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com

A horrible thing happened near Tulsa, OK. Due to the nature of the crime this is not for everyone but it is right in Jim's wheelhouse. Which is to say this stuff is precisely the news story that he loves to speculate on. Jim outlines what we know now and then we wait for the Series, Movies, Documentaries, and Podcasts to drop. Jessica Chastain is involved but not that one. Thank you to our sponsor...

Tips on how to make a Classic Margarita and some variations. Jim claims he does not care about an arbitrary contest but his behavior belies his feelings about being the Best Bartender.  A critique of a past episode reveals a change in how Jim processes criticism. Thanks to our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com  

Jim opens with tips to keep your bar mixers, garnishes, and wines fresh. Besides Bullwinkle there were alot of dim-witted cartoon heroes in the 60s and the villains were smart. Why are the villains dim-witted and the heroes are smart in the real world, on top of that the villains seem to win alot ? Our Sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com

Jim receives a delivery from a distillery. The best way for the non-drinking Jim to evaluate the product is the best way even if he was drinking that is by a group of tasters. Since its a matter of taste he needs to find people who drink that type of liquor. Finally when you feel the need to curse endeavor to be creative. Our sponsor Key Largo Chocolates; www.keylargochocolates.com 

Jim takes Abby to an Orchid Festival a decidedly unlike Jim thing to do. What array of booze selections should you get for big event like an Orchid Festival? People have sometimes congruent sometimes incongruent reasons seeking a relationship it is important to sort that out. A package arrives at Jim's door at the end of the show and he asks audience to give him advice.  Our Sponsor Key Largo...

There seems to be a distinct difference in types of drinks ordered by locals and tourists. Jim goes into detail on one of his favorite pastimes reverse catfishing. Using his skills as a bullsh*tter he tries to lure in predators on social media who seek to bilk lonely people on the internet. During one such exchange he finds someone who seems to be a real person with an axe to grind. Thanks again t...

Jim begins with explaining his thoughts on arbitrary contest that declare things, people, or places; the Best. What skills are we grading on for a Bartender? Is b.s. a category. Sometimes bars are awkward places to bring your kids. Prediction 5 years from now a robot bartender will have Jim's job. Thank you Key Largo Chocolate and Ice Cream for your sponsorship; www.keylargochocolate.com

What about the cliques in the Bar do the Happy Hour Locals mix well with the Happy Hour Snowbirds? They do. After finding the year of an old penny, Jim contemplates what is old. Thank you to our show sponsor; Key Largo Chocolates, www.keylargochocolates.com .