A bartender has shared her secret to raking in up to $6,000 in just one night, thanks to her signature shots that have become a hit, especially during the bustling Spring Break season.
Imagine waking up with more than just a hangover from shots the night before.
A 26-year-old bartender from South Florida has found a clever way to mix fun, theatrics, and drinks to make her Spring Break shifts quite lucrative.
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It makes you wonder why you're still clocking in at your day job, doesn't it?
During the daylight hours, Aiyana Callas, who holds a Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology and Research from Nova Southeastern University, is likely to be found sailing the seas.
However, when night falls in the Spring Break months, she transforms into 'Hurricane Aiyana' - a bartender who boasts "a pretty unique set of skillz" and a knack for serving up memorable 'smackdowns'.
At Backyard Fort Lauderdale, where she works, there's a particular shot on the menu known as the 'hurricane' shot.
Callas has put her own creative spin on this shot, pricing it between $30 and $60.
She shared with Axios that during March, she managed to sell an impressive 150-200 of these hurricane shots nightly, amounting to more than $6,000 each night.
So, what makes Callas' shots stand out to command such a price? And what are these unique twists she's added?
First off, the 'hurricane' shot isn't just any shot.
When patrons order a $30 'hurricane' shot, they're signing up for more than just a drink.
They also get a pitcher of water poured over their heads and a slap across the face, all in good fun, of course.
And there's more. Callas infuses the shot with her own secret ingredient and adds a dose of theatrics by performing acrobatics and delivering the slap with the flair of a professional wrestler.
Other inventive shots she offers include the 'Tornado' for $35 and the 'Four Piece Combo' for $60, among others showcased on her Instagram.
Her unique approach to bartending, combined with her theatrical serving methods, has catapulted Callas to social media fame.
She's even launched her own website for partygoers to book her services.
However, it's important to note that Callas' slapping of customers is all part of her act.
Credit: Instagram / @hurricaneaiyana
She describes herself as "100 percent a performer at best."
"I'm really good at making it look like I'm slapping them as hard as I can. But I am absolutely not slapping them as hard as I can," Callas clarifies.
In her Instagram posts, she often reassures her followers that "no one was harmed in the making" of her videos.
"This was a staged act and everyone involved consented to participating," she adds.
She explains that Spring Breakers are willing to pay for the shot because they find the whole act 'entertaining' and 'funny,' and they enjoy sharing videos of the 'experience' online.
Callas is mindful of her role, noting, "At the end of the day these are kids and I'm always trying to keep them safe," showcasing her commitment to ensuring a good time while prioritizing safety.
