Handling late-night drink rushes

Late shifts can be intense, especially when the crowd starts piling in around midnight. I’ve found that having a few pitchers of popular cocktails ready to go helps keep things flowing. What strategies do you all use to manage a high volume of orders without compromising on quality?

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Pouring pre-mixed drinks instead of individual servings can really speed things up during those late shifts. You mentioned managing a high volume without compromising — I’ve found it helps to pick a signature cocktail to prep in batches. Any other go-to tips you’ve had success with?

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