# BarSim Bartender Throwdown

> Interactive cocktail recipe simulator for learning and practicing bartending. (iPhone/iPad app by Joshua Alner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barsim-bartender-throwdown/id1186301165 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joshua Alner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1186301164)
- Category: Games, Food & Drink, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 40 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian and 15 more
- Released: 2017-01-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barsim-bartender-throwdown/id1186301165/reviews.md

## What is BarSim Bartender Throwdown?

BarSim Bartender Throwdown - Pour. Shake. Stir. For Real!

Get Ready to tap your inner Bartender while you learn & master over 100 of the most popular cocktail recipes, earn tips which you can exchange for in-app bartender tools & other gameplay upgrades and eventually claim your spot on our Top Bartender Leaderboards.You've just found the most interactive, innovative Bartender Game ever made. This is as Real as it Gets!

BarSim™ is the culmination of over 15 years of Bartending, Bartender Training & Bar Themed Gaming experience. Three years in the making, we've worked tirelessly to ensure that every step in the drink making process has been simulated in our Bartending App. In fact, we're certain that once you've mastered the BarSim™ Bartending Simulator, you can easily take the same skills to the real world. It doesn't matter if you've never poured a drink in your life, or you're already a veteran bartender, this game will challenge your skills and be a whole lot of fun.

Loaded With Over 100 Cocktails<

The BarSim™ Bartender Game includes 100 of the most popular, common cocktail recipes. However for the power users out there, don't fret, you can upgrade to add the Recipe Editor feature allowing you to Add & Edit Existing cocktails to your heart's content. 

True to Life Bar Simulation in a Fun Bartender App 

BarSim™ Bartender Simulator utilizes hyper realistic "motion gestures" - the same motions you'd use when making cocktails in real life - so when it's time to pour, you will quite literally pour. When it's time to shake, you will quite literally shake. We've also implemented a fully guided tour explaining everything in fine detail, so you'll be up and playing in no time. Plus with our real time feedback tips during Practice mode, you'll master the fine art of Cocktail Slinging fast!

When making Cocktail Recipes in BarSim™ Bartending Simulator every aspect is scored & critiqued, including glassware & ingredients used, amounts poured, proper technique including Shaking, Stirring, Muddling & Blending (including how long you perform the action), as well as proper use of garnishes. You're also timed, so don't spend too much time looking up the recipe if you've forgotten it already. And for the clever few, we've built in a few "secret" flair moves, which will help boost your tip even higher! 

Loaded with Special Upgrades & Customizable Feature

Speaking of tips, these aren't just useless points you're earning. Tips are used within the Bartender App to purchase bar tools, expand your recipe book, upgrade your tools & More. Additional upgrades are available to unlock the Recipe Editor Feature, add a second tier to your Speed Rack & to Remove ads. Don't forget to customize the Speed Rack to optimize your speed.

NOTE: Please review the initial Tutorial to learn how the game works before playing.

Pour. Shake. Stir. For Real!

Bar Sim™ Bartender Game by Killer Mobile | Featuring Music by GoldBoot | Feedback? Let us know at www.BarSim.com

## Key features

- Master over 100 cocktail recipes
- Realistic pouring, shaking, and stirring simulation
- Earn tips for in-app upgrades
- Recipe editor for custom cocktails
- Detailed scoring and feedback
- Leaderboards for top bartenders

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 Tips | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Tips | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Tools | $1.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Recipes Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Recipe Editor Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Load Next Ingredient - 10 Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Speed Rack Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove All Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Tips | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barsim-bartender-throwdown/id1186301165/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Great Game But….

*2026-05-16, version 2.22.0*

The app needs updating and plus you cant buy anything with your tips???? This is a great game to just let go

### 3/5 — Good but needs updating

*2024-10-23, version 2.22.0*

This is actually a really good app…especially being 6 years old!! It definitely needs some updates and some kinks worked out. 

It does show in play mode that I have my in-app purchases but doesn’t show them under the purchased part. Some of the tools are a little glitchy. 

As for playing, it’ll tell me “wrong ingredient” sometimes when it’s the right one, which mixes me up. The count of the pour should be more generous as you’re playing bartender on a phone and let’s be honest, your pour is definitely different in real life if you’ve ever bartended before. Same with telling you to hurry up when you’re not pouring 3 drinks at a time in real life, doesn’t really help on a game. 
There’s a few other things but other than that, like I said, for being 6 years since last updated, this is a really good app and you wouldn’t know. Definitely worth the try and I don’t rate apps.

### 2/5 — help

*2024-07-20, version 2.22.0*

so i’m having trouble doing the career mode bc it wouldn’t let me select a spot, i can’t play this game 😤

### 3/5 — Good game but addons are unavaiable

*2023-02-18, version 2.22.0*

Really good game, but whenever i try to unlock the recipe manager, it doesnt do anything, so I cant.

### 4/5 — I will give it 5 stars

*2021-02-22, version 2.22.0*

I will give this game if you allow us to measure during career mode. Eyeballing is too tough in this game. Other than that I love this game!

### 1/5 — Why

*2020-11-14, version 2.22.0*

I log in and I press career and it loads for hours and I can’t play but when I could it was ok

### 3/5 — Can’t play career

*2020-11-05, version 2.22.0*

I like the game and how it has many recipes, but you cannot practice all of them because you have to buy tools to make them. You can use tips you earn in career mode, the only problem however you can’t play career mode. If anybody has figured this out please let me know. You enter in career and it tells you to make 5 drinks. You cannot access any cups to make them because I feel you have to have orders come in. I waited there for 5 minutes waiting for anything to happen but nothing happens. So it’s bugged. This IS the only bar tending game I can find that has an extensive collect or recipes tho. I wish they would fix this and the support has not contacted me yet.

### 5/5 — Actually really good

*2020-01-24, version 2.22.0*

It just needs some improvements

### 4/5 — Good game

*2019-10-26, version 2.22.0*

A game where it would be good if you want to be a bartender in the future but is still rlly good fun otherwise! :)

### 3/5 — Great learning tool

*2019-09-08, version 2.22.0*

I wish you could see the recipe while working on the drink. Having to constantly open the recipe tab is kind of a hassle. Also I wish the graphics were different. Maybe be behind an actual bar? Lot’s to deal with on an iPhone though.

## Frequently asked questions about BarSim Bartender Throwdown

### What is BarSim Bartender Throwdown?

BarSim Bartender Throwdown is an interactive mobile game that simulates the process of making cocktails. It allows users to learn and master over 100 popular cocktail recipes using realistic motion gestures for pouring, shaking, and stirring. The app provides detailed feedback on technique and scoring, aiming to transfer these skills to real-world bartending.

### What are the key features of this bartending app?

Key features include learning over 100 cocktail recipes, a hyper-realistic simulation of drink-making motions, detailed scoring on technique and ingredient usage, earning in-game tips for upgrades, and a recipe editor for custom creations. It also includes leaderboards to compete with other players.

### How does the app make money?

The app is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. Users can earn in-game tips to unlock bartender tools, expand their recipe book, and upgrade existing tools. Additional purchases are available for features like the Recipe Editor and to remove ads.

### Is this app suitable for beginners or experienced bartenders?

The app is designed to be challenging and fun for everyone, regardless of prior experience. It includes a fully guided tour and detailed explanations for beginners, while its realistic simulation and scoring system can also challenge veteran bartenders to refine their skills.

### What kind of cocktails can I learn in this app?

The app comes loaded with over 100 of the most popular and common cocktail recipes. For users who want to go beyond the pre-set list, an upgradeable Recipe Editor feature allows you to add and edit your own custom cocktail recipes.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.22.0 — 2017-11-26

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixes Google Login Feature

### 2.2 — 2017-10-11

* Performance upgrades
* Bug Fixes
* Create and Share recipes in Recipe Editor

### 2.1.0 — 2017-01-09

No release notes.

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