The Gin and Tonic Secret

Every day after the lunch rush, I start making gin and tonics for myself. Not because my shift is boring or stressful, but because of a little white lie I tell everyone that I only work with spirits like whiskey or rum. I love how crisp and refreshing gin is, but there’s this weird fear in me that if anyone finds out I drink gin, they might think less of the bartender who started off behind the bar with just one liquor bottle, tonic water. It sounds silly when I say it aloud, right? But here's the thing: every time I take a sip of my secret G&T, I remember why I fell in love with being behind the counter in the first place. Yet, there’s still this little voice inside that whispers, 'What if they think you’ve compromised your skills as a bartender by adding another spirit to your repertoire?' Silly, right? Still, it keeps me from telling anyone my truth. Maybe someday I’ll just admit it and let everyone know I love gin and tonics.