Not every drink you create will be a classic, and not every film is "The Godfather". But each new drink you create, successful or not, will teach you something useful to use in the next drink you create.

Now is the time to learn about the more complex and subtle aspects of the ingredients that go into your drink creations. Discover when and where to vary recipes and develop your pouring skills so that you are not only accurate and effective, but exciting to watch. You've passed that point where it is just about making a great cocktail; you've now reached the stage where you want to make fantastic cocktails – a lot of them – and keep your customers happy, entertained, and coming back for more.

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