The Cocktail Apps Bartenders Actually Use

From recipe databases and home bar apps to batching systems, dilution calculators and profitability tools, Damian breaks down the difference between cocktail enthusiast apps and genuine professional bartender tools.He shares honest thoughts on apps like Mixel and My Bar, before exploring why Bartender's Choice remains one of the most respected cocktail apps in the industry.The centrepiece of the episode is a deep dive into Bevnap, Jeffrey Morgenthaler’s modern bartender toolkit built around batching, costing, scaling, carbonation, ABV calculations and operational consistency.Damian also reflects on how modern bartending is changing:Are bartenders relying too much on apps?Is memorisation disappearing from cocktail culture?Are we moving from artistry to systems and scalability?What actually separates a cocktail enthusiast from a working bartender?This episode is packed with practical insight for bartenders, bar managers, hospitality professionals and cocktail enthusiasts alike.In this episode:The rise of cocktail apps in modern bartendingWhy Damian doesn’t love MixelThe difference between enthusiast apps and professional bartender toolsWhy Bartender’s Choice is still highly respectedHow Bevnap is changing cocktail batching and bar operationsCosting cocktails and running profitable bar programsThe future of batching, prep systems and bartender educationWhy consistency matters more than memorising specsJulie Reiner’s “batchology” discussion revisitedThe evolving role of the modern bartenderFeatured Apps:MixelMy BarBartender's ChoiceBevnapIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone in hospitality.Follow The Cocktail Academy:Instagram: @welovecocktailsTikTok: @welovecocktailsxWebsite: The Cocktail Academy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.