Yesterday, I went to brunch at the Rogue Pub and Distillery at 14th and Flanders in NW Portland. Apparently, every Sunday, they offer a build-your-own-bloody bar. Shamefully, I'd never been to a build-your-own-bloody brunch, but I found the experience both uplifting and wonderfully intoxicating.

So, the bartender pours the shot, the customer adds all the crap (I requested an additional shot of stout), the bartender shakes it up, and you're on your way with a custom-made beverage. Ingenious. Yes, I realize my "Gee Whiz" reaction to this novelty is a bit outmoded, considering its been around for awhile, but it was my first time. And who wasn't all starry eyed about their first?

With that in mind, Blogtownies, I have some questions:

1. Where are the best places to build your own?
2. What the hell do you tip, considering you're doing, like, half of the work?*

Your guidance is always appreciated.

*note: I tipped a dollar for mine.