Cocktail bar etiquette that is not precious
Be clear. Be patient. Do not narrate a TED Talk.
Give a spirit, a mood, and any no-gos. If the menu is good, use it. If you want a classic, name the classic.
Do not send back a drink because it is bitter when you asked for a Negroni. Do say something if it is genuinely wrong.
Tip. Make space at the rail. The goal is another good drink, not a performance of expertise.