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Plan your next Mixed Spirits: Bartender session
Our independent guide breaks down each core activity in Mixed Spirits, showing how the Bar, Mixing, Ingredient, Secret, and Wind‑Down scenes connect. By observing patterns and making simple notes, you can streamline your nightly routine and keep a steady flow of tips and ingredients.
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Bar Conversation Timing
Notice how long each customer talks before ordering. Compare brief greetings to longer dialogues to see which provide more flavor clues, then adjust how closely you listen for hints.
- Listen for flavor hints in the dialogue; matching those cues often yields larger tips.
- Take a moment to read the brief chat for clues about preferred drink attributes.
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Ice Type Impact
Create two identical drinks that differ only in ice type. Record the tip amounts to see whether ice variation influences customer satisfaction.
- Experiment with different ice types; they are listed as a distinct customization option.
- Use decorative touches to visually signal the drink’s personality to the customer.
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Home Ingredient Yield
Track the number of mint leaves harvested each minigame session versus the amount used in a shift. Use the data to decide how often you should garden before a busy night.
- Prioritize growing mint if many customers request mint‑based drinks.
- Complete the minigames regularly to keep a steady flow of fresh ingredients.
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Secret Recipe Documentation
When a new drink feels especially fitting, write down its exact ingredient list. Test it again later to confirm it appears as a hidden recipe you can add to the menu.
- Track which attribute mixes produce unexpected results; they may be secret recipes.
- Save successful experimental drinks in a note for quick reference when adding to the menu.
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Shop Restock Strategy
Visit each shop in a single wind‑down session and note any price or variety differences. Use those observations to prioritize which store to check first for the next shift.
- Check the Liquor Store for new spirits that could inspire future drinks.
- Visit the Decoration & Garnish Store to refresh the visual appeal of your bar.
