Don’t fear the menu—hack it. First, order a “house pour” gin. That’s the cheap stuff they keep under the counter. Nine times out of ten, it’s perfectly drinkable. Second, ask for a simple lime wedge. The bartender won’t judge you. Your wallet will thank you.
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Third, always check if they serve doubles. In many places, a double is only a dollar more than a single. You get twice the gin for a 20% markup. That’s as close to a glitch in the Matrix as you’ll ever get. Drink responsibly, but also drink cleverly.
The ultimate rule: Never trust a “G&T special”
If a bar advertises “$3 Gin & Tonics,” run. No, seriously. That gin is likely rubbing alcohol filtered through a dirty sock. The tonic is probably flat soda water with a whisper of quinine. You’ll save money, but you’ll lose your dignity.
And for the love of all that is holy, do not order a G&T at a sporting event. They will charge you $16 for a plastic cup of sadness. The ice will be melted. The lime will be brown. It’s a crime scene.
