Iowa law requires that you are at least 21 years old to operate a bar, restaurant, or club that sells alcohol. You could be facing big fines or jail time if your bar, restaurant, or club serves alcohol to anyone under the age of 21.
Iowa's minimum legal age to sell alcohol in the state is 21. However local governments could make it lower. This rule applies to all businesses that sell beer or wine and spirits, as well as those that are located in residential areas.
Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division issues liquor licenses to anyone who makes, imports or retails alcoholic beverages. Licenses are available in three categories: retail, wholesale, and manufacture/import. ABD provides an online chart which explains the types and costs for each license.
A liquor or beer permit is required by the City of Ames if you own a bar, restaurant, or club that sells alcoholic beverages in Iowa. Your application will be reviewed by the city and approved applicants will be issued a beer or liquor permit certificate. The certificate should be displayed in the establishment and made available to the ABD and law enforcement officers at all times.
Bartending License
Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Commission requires you to have a bartending licence in order to be able work as a bartender. This license is valid for selling alcoholic beverages at your bar or restaurant during normal hours.
You must be at minimum 21 years old to obtain this license. However, the ABD will require proof of your identity before you can get the license. In addition, you must be an Iowa resident or incorporated to operate in the state of Iowa and you must not have been convicted of a felony or had a liquor license revoked within the past two years.
Dramshops
A dramshop is where someone is given too much alcohol in a bar or restaurant. After being served, they leave the establishment, become drunk and get in an accident. If you are arrested for this crime you must provide evidence that the bartender, the owner, or waitstaff knew or should know that the person was likely become intoxicated after drinking the alcohol.
Iowa Youth Labor Bill
In January, the Iowa House approved a bill that will allow people who are 16 and 17 years old to work in bars and restaurants. They will now be allowed to work between 9 and 11 p.m. from June 1 to Labor Day. This is in addition to the current requirement of 7:59 p.m.
Youth employees can also work in laundry and freezer facilities under the bill. This allows them to work longer hours while not violating current law. Some lawmakers feared that this would expose more youth to sexual assault and other problems.
FAQ
What drinks can beginners order at a Bar?
Ordering beer is the best way for you to get started drinking. If you're not sure which beer you should order, ask the bartender.
If you want to drink wine, go for a dry white wine. If you prefer reds, try a light-bodied Pinot Noir or Merlot. Cocktails can be made with martinis or margaritas.
Remember, if you don't know what to order, just say, "I'm starting off small," and the bartender should be happy to help.
What are the different types of liquors?
There are hundreds upon hundreds of types of liquor on the market today. Some of these liquors are distilled spirits, such as vodka, whiskey, and Tequila. Other liquors are flavored liquors, such as amaretto or apricot brandsy. There are also liqueurs, cordials, and fruit wines.
How do I keep my drinks cool?
For 20 minutes, place them in the freezer. These will instantly chill the drinks without causing any dilution.
Statistics
- majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
- If you choose one that's made with 100 percent agave (like Milagro or Sauza), you'll save a ton of money and still get a great-tasting drink. (mashed.com)
- The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.com)
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How To
How to make the perfect Margarita home
The most well-known cocktail is made of tequila which comes from agave, Cointreau which is a sweet orange spirit, and fresh lemon juice. To enhance the flavor of the cocktail, you can add salt and sugar to it, as well as bitters, cinnamon sticks, and chocolate syrup.
Here are the steps to making your own.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice 1 Lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Stick of cinnamon
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Chocolate syrup
Method
In a shaker, combine all the ingredients. After shaking vigorously for 10 second, pour the contents into a shaker. As an optional garnish, add a slice lime.
This recipe can be used as a template to make other types of alcohols such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas