What Did Uncle Harold Know?

Bartenders often say, “I should write a book!” They want to tell you what they’ve observed, overheard, and been told. The wisest ones want to tell you what they’ve learned. Bar customers teach bartenders. Bartenders influence their lives. Their lessons can last a lifetime. Your life will be richer when you learn from both of them.

This is a book of bartender experiences and observations, inspired by Harold Mitchell, the author’s great-uncle, and known for his bartending presence at the origi...