Bartender Vs Mixologist What’s the difference? The way I see it - they are both similar. Like Ryu and Ken, depending on how you look at it - or who is looking at it for that matter - as long as you’re taking care of your guests, slinging out the best drinks you possibly can and loving what you’re doing, that’s all that matters. Ken’s hurricane kick is pretty sick though. Round One – Break it down Bar – a counter in a pub, restaurant or café across which drinks or refreshments