Reddit reviews Trader Vic's Bartender's Guide

Don't go to bartending school. They are an absolute rip off. I'm looking to start bartending as well. If you'd like someone to practice making drinks with, I'm down.

If you're looking to start in craft cocktails, try getting work as a barback. At least that's what I hear. I haven't found a job, but I am only passively looking. You can get a package of cheap, basic gear like a boston and spoon (because you stir more cocktails than you'd think) at total wine for like $30.

Here are my resources:

Online:

http://www.reddit.com/r/cocktails/
http://www.bartendingblueprint.com/
http://www.adventuresincocktails.com/
Other various Youtube channels like Art of Cocktail.

Books:

The Bar Book

The Essential Cocktail

MUST HAVE The Savoy Cocktail Book

Trader Vic's Bartender's Guide

Jerry Thomas' Bartenders Guide