# BarBack - Cocktail Assistant

> The Pocket Drinking Assistant

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/jlink.barback](https://chrome-stats.com/d/jlink.barback)

## Overview

- **ID:** `jlink.barback`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Linkrulz Software
- **Category:** FOOD\_AND\_DRINK
- **Downloads:** 57,825
- **Rating:** 3.83 / 5 (338 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-27
- **First published:** 2019-12-14
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 82 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jlink.barback)
- **Website:** [https://linkrulzsoftware.com](https://linkrulzsoftware.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://linkrulzsoftware.com/privacypolicy.html](https://linkrulzsoftware.com/privacypolicy.html)

## Description

**BarBack** is the ultimate pocket drinking assistant designed to elevate your cocktail experience. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned mixologist, BarBack offers an intuitive drink recommendation system that tailors suggestions based on your mood and preferences.

Enjoy access to a curated and expandable recipe book featuring over 100 popular cocktails, complete with dynamic ingredient substitutions to match your current inventory. Manage your bar stock effortlessly with the smart inventory management system, ensuring you never miss an essential ingredient. Create and share your own custom recipes using both imperial and metric measurements. Best of all, BarBack delivers a seamless ad-free experience, making cocktail discovery fun and hassle-free. Download BarBack today and transform your drink crafting experience!

## Rankings

- #282,260 — Overall
- #136 — Food and drink (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `jlink.barback.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise BarBack for its easy-to-use interface, comprehensive cocktail recipes, and robust inventory management including substitutions. It's appreciated by both amateurs and professionals for aiding drink creation and increasing cocktail knowledge. However, many reviews point out the app has not been updated since 2021, leading to missing ingredients, lack of custom recipe creation and limited search features. Users also desire more customization options like multiple profiles, widgets, and better visuals. Overall, it remains a favorite but would benefit from modern updates and added functionalities.

### Pros

- Easy to use with a simplistic, well-organized layout preferred by both beginners and professionals.
- Extensive and great selection of cocktail recipes including classics and new exciting drinks.
- Effective inventory management with substitution features to make drinks based on available ingredients.
- Helpful features such as drink recommendations based on inventory and preferences, aiding both home bartenders and professionals.
- Provides detailed drink information including ABV and recipe charts, pleasing data-driven users.

### Cons

- Lack of updates since 2021 causing feature stagnation and missing new spirits or ingredient types.
- Inability to add or customize personal recipes and missing popular ingredients or preparation processes, e.g., egg white, dry shaking.
- Limited search functionality, such as searching for cocktails by ingredient or ingredient substitution suggestions.
- Lack of visuals—missing photos of cocktails and inability to save favorites or separate to-try lists.
- No support for multiple profiles (home vs work) or widgets, which users desire for better customization and accessibility.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/jlink.barback)