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The Express Bartender Course by Thirst Academy is an accelerated three-day program that combines online theory with practical, hands-on training, making it an ideal choice for those who want to start bartending quickly. This hybrid course offers essential bartending skills in a condensed format, balancing flexibility and in-depth training.
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Course Overview
Structured as a hybrid learning experience, this course includes a day of online learning, a practical training day, and a final day for assessment. By the end of the program, participants will gain a strong foundation in bartending fundamentals, culminating in a practical evaluation to ensure confidence and competency in bar settings.
What's Included
Online Theoretical Training
Topics include:
- Introduction to Bartending: core principles and the bartender’s role
- Basic Skills: foundational techniques for bartending success
- Product Knowledge: key information on common bar ingredients
- Introduction to Cocktails: overview of cocktail preparation and presentation
- Intermediate Skills: refining skills and enhancing speed and accuracy
- Final Online Exam: test your knowledge before the hands-on day
Practical Training With An Experienced Trainer
Practice and apply your knowledge in a real-world environment, guided by an experienced instructor:
- The bar environment: setting up and organizing for service
- Stock management: counting and managing stock effectively
- Pouring techniques: accurate and efficient pouring methods
- Drink service: customer service skills and efficient drink delivery
- Cocktail preparation: practical cocktail-making exercises
Assessment And Q&A
Conclude with a review session, final assessment, and a chance to address any remaining questions:
- Q&A / AMA: engage in an open Q&A with the trainer
- Pouring re-cap: review and reinforce pouring accuracy
- Speed round: timed practice to build speed and confidence
- Practical assessment: complete a hands-on assessment to demonstrate competency
Meet Your Instructors
Solly "Doctor" Mshengu
Head Bar Trainer & Lead Mixology Educator
Sibusiso Yeni
Head Lead Bar Trainer KZN
Liam Gustafson
Bar & Restuarant SpecialistDid We Mention Our Affiliate Program?
Once you've signed up and completed a Thirst Academy course, join our Affialiate Program and enjoy 10% of of every successful cart you bring to the Thirst Academy. That's right - money in your pocket!
A Course Designed For You.
The Thirst Express Bartender Course is an intensive, fast-track bartending program that blends online learning with hands-on practice, delivering a complete and immersive training experience in a short period of time.
