The barkeeps exchanged knowing glances as the last patrons stumbled out.

The barkeeper wiped down the counter and listened as the regulars argued about last night's game.

After the jazz set, the barkeepers joked about whose turn it was to close up.

The barkeep wiped the counter with practiced motions before asking which drink I preferred.

After years of experimenting with cocktail recipes, she realized that barkeeping suited her personality best and decided to make it her career.