Why Bartending in Thoreau?

Brooklyn Bartending School of Thoreau helps people become a bartender and find a fulfilling job. Our best graduates are working at the Big Ass burger, Lil's Restaurant: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Gabe's Movie Time, B J's Kountry Store, El Ranchero Cafe and many other local venues. BBS is ready to teach 1-on-1 and customized lessons to all ages (above 18 by New Mexico state law).

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    New Mexico Bartending School Program

    New Mexico Bartending School Will Coach You

    Terms Used In The Bar

    Glassware Expertise

    Precision in Free Pouring

    The Skill of Drink Preparation

    Classes on Bar Tools, Equipment, & Layout

     

     

    Liquor & Liqueur Knowledge

    Training in Beers, Wines, & Champagne

    Training in Money & Payment Handling

    Interview Success Tactics That Actually Work

    You Have Got the Opportunity to Get Certification From Our School Next Week!

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    You Could Start School Next Week!

    As a part of your package, we are going to provide almost all needed bartending equipment, a workbook, along with a selection of drinks.

    Location

    We can come to your home or teach at one of our multiple locations in New Mexico.

    Thoreau BBS Pricing:

    Online Course

    from $79

    Group Classes

    from $299

    In-Person Lessons

    from $399

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      New Mexico Bartending Certification

      Age Regulations of New Mexico

      In New Mexico, individuals must be at least 21 years old to sell or serve alcohol in package stores, bars, or lounges. However, those aged 18 can work in a restaurant environment, excluding roles as bartenders or cocktail servers. A restaurant, in this context, is an establishment primarily focused on selling food rather than alcohol consumption.

      New Mexico Bartending Certification Program

      NM Bartending Certification/Alcohol Server Permit
      Your certification is valid for three years. It needs to be renewed before expiry.

      Local New Mexico Authority Contacts

      The New Mexico Alcohol and Gaming Division
      Telephone: (505) 476-4875
      Website: https://www.rld.nm.gov/abc/

      Bartending Laws and Regulations in New Mexico

      New Mexico Happy Hour Guidelines aim to curb excessive alcohol consumption. Prohibited practices include selling "two for the price of one" drinks, offering "all you can drink" deals for a fixed price, providing reduced-price drinks with a fixed "buy-in" fee, serving more than two drinks to a single customer at once, and imposing entry fees or cover charges tied to reduced drink prices.

      Thoreau Bartending School Facts

      $860

      Highest one time tip for Thoreau students

      96.8%

      of Thoreau Students said BBS exceeded expectations

      15 days

      Average number of days until getting a bartending job offer

      98.7%

      Thoreau certification exam success rate

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      Learning Options In Thoreau NM

      One Week Bartending Program

      One week bartending class starts on February 2, 2026

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      Two Week Bartending Program

      Two-week long bartending course has limited slots starts on January 29, 2026

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      Key Info About Brooklyn Bartending School

      318 Years

      Combined experience of Thoreau teachers

      2013-104

      First Bartending Lesson in Thoreau

      66.5% Women

      of all BBS students in Thoreau

      67 Years

      Oldest student yet in Thoreau

      24.8 Hours

      Avg. number of hands-on training hours/student

      Learn The Most Popular Cocktails In New Mexico

      In New Mexico, our cocktail scene is influenced by the rich cultural tapestry of the region, blending traditional flavors with a modern twist.

      The Santa Fe Sunrise is a popular choice, featuring local blue corn whiskey, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a splash of house-made chili-infused syrup, embodying the state's love for bold and spicy flavors. It is taught in our Santa Fe School Another favorite at our school is the Rio Grande Mule, incorporating New Mexico vodka, ginger beer, and a dash of piñon syrup, offering a taste of the state's distinctive piñon pine nuts.

      Garnishes like a chili-salt rim or a slice of grilled lime enhance the visual and sensory experience, and the use of traditional Southwest-inspired glassware adds an authentic touch. Our Schools in Santa Fe and Albuquerque contribute to the state's cocktail diversity, with bars incorporating regional elements into their drinks.

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