In this episode of Bartender Bangaz, we’re out in Long Beach, New York, sitting down with a local legend: Gavin from Minnesota’s. If you’ve grabbed a drink in Long Beach over the last decade, there’s a good chance Gavin was the one pouring it. In this episode, we dive into: The 14-Year-Old Barback: How Gavin got his start with a blue cardboard working paper and a $90 tip-out on his first day. The "Retired" Bartender: Why Gavin tried to leave the industry at 23, only to be pulled back in by a wild, 10-hour Christmas party. Bartending Superpowers: The "unspoken rule" of drinking on shift and how bartenders manage to stay standing after a round of Jager bombs. The 21st Birthday Disaster: Gavin recounts the infamous "Irish Day" where he funneled a full bottle of Jameson and a half-bottle of Fireball before noon. Long Beach Culture: Why this "private island" is the tightest-knit community on Long Island and how "Irish Day" in October became the biggest party of the year. Whether you're a fellow bartender or just someone who loves a good "last call" truth, you don't want to miss these stories from the West End.