Ritual drinking

Bar traditions worth raising a glass to

A great bar is like a great friend: fun, quirky and full of alcohol. And just as your best friend probably has a goofy idiosyncrasy or two, any bar worth its salt has at least one odd ritual. These traditions are beloved by the regulars and often confusing for newcomers. Some are deeply rooted in superstition and folklore, others just happen spontaneously after a night of heavy drinking, but they all liven up the night. —Will Theisen