Bartenders Reveal Which Drink Orders They Can't Stand
Bartenders deal with the worst of the worst. Sooner or later, they can tell exactly what type of customer they're dealing with based on drink choice alone. Wondering what your go-to order reveals about your personality? Well, these bartenders — who've dealt with regulars, tourists, and everything in between — revealed which drinks make them snicker behind people's backs and which make them downright irritated.
Long Island Ice Teas
Basic, basic, and more basic. Sure, some people enjoy long island ice teas for the flavor, but be aware that you're setting off red flags to your bartender. Often associated with drunk party girls, long island ice teas tell your bartender to keep an eye on you in case you start dancing on the table.
Vodka Sodas (with Lime)
A popular trend among bartenders is a t-shirt that simply reads, "Vodka Soda Lime." This basic order is requested so often, it makes long island ice teas look top-shelf. Anyone who orders a vodka soda is usually less about the taste of fine liquor and more about getting wrecked. Sorry, but that touch of lime doesn't make it any fancier.
Mojitos
A properly made mint mojito is superb, but for bartenders who are in the middle of a rush, the request might not be well-taken. The process of muddling mint with a wooden spoon is tedious and time consuming, not to mention patrons tend to drink all that hard work down in just seconds. If you're planning on multiple orders, you're honestly better off with vodka sodas.
Egg White Cocktails
A creamy egg white cocktail is truly a delight, but depending on how "authentic" you want it, the process can be a real pain for bartenders. Whipping up the egg whites by hand can be grueling, especially when preparing multiple orders at once. Unless you're at a quiet cocktail bar, we suggest going for a fine merlot.
