When a bartender stands in front of a well (the place where the ice bin, soda
gun, place where they make drinks. etc.) down around the middle of the
Bartenders knee/thigh (depending how tall you are) there is a rack called a
"speedwell." This is where the "well" liquors (and often used liquors) are
kept for speed.
The "well" liquor is the cheapest in the house. "Call" liquors are a notch up,
then "premium liquors.
If someone orders a Gin & Tonic, then the bartender will use the cheap well
gin. If someone orders a Beefeater & Tonic , the bartender will probably
charge them for a "call" Gin, and if they order a Bombay Sapphire & Tonic they
will more than likely be charged a "premium " price.
In a lot of places it differs slightly due to the price of liquor in an area.
A good way to see the difference is to go into a liquor store. They have it
all layed out for you--just look at the prices. (in most cases)
Cheryl
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