What is a B-Pour and do I need one?

What is it? A B-Pour is a calibrated device for measuring liquids. It has been designed specifically for bartending use featuring a wide base to keep it stable when freestanding and a funnel shaped rim which lets you place it neatly inside all standard mixing tins to practice blind pouring, cut and bounce techniques directly [...]

How am I scored?

Your score is comprised of 3 elements: Adherence to the drink specification, mastery of flair moves and overall time taken. In order to pass, you need to achieve at least 80% for each drink AND at least 80% overall (after time bonuses/penalties have been applied). In simple terms, you need to: 1. Get the drinks [...]

Set-up guides

Setting up your working space Please follow the bar layout suggested below. If you do not have access to use a bar, then try to set up a table as close to this as possible. If you are doing your test online ensure you have good lighting and the camera angled so we can see [...]

How am I scored?

Your score is comprised of 2 elements: Adherence to the drink specification and time taken. In order to pass, you need to achieve at least 80% for each drink AND at least 80% overall (after time bonuses/penalties have been applied). In simple terms, you need to: 1. Get the drinks right (component specification) • Score [...]
How you are scored

How you are scored

In order to pass, you must achieve an average score of at least 80% across the test. In simple terms this means on average you need to pour within 5ml of the requirement for each pour. Pours must be qualified before a score can be given (see below). Points are awarded based on the accuracy […]

Understanding Pour Test Graphics

In all Assessed Grades and in some Competitions, you will be asked to complete a Pour Test. We use Pour Test Graphics to communicate: the measures you need to pour which hand you should use whether the pours should be completed one at a time or simultaneously with both hands the transition technique required (how [...]