Passive income: NO

Bartending as a side hustle is unlikely to generate passive income in the traditional sense. The nature of bartending requires active participation, as it involves direct customer interaction and service. To make it passive, one would need to own a bar or manage a team, which involves significant investment and management skills. Most people do not reach this level; it's typically a few outliers who transition from bartending to bar ownership. Myths include the idea that bartending can be automated or outsourced easily, but in reality, it requires hands-on involvement. Passive income from bartending is more realistic for those who can scale up to ownership or management, not for those who remain in the role of a bartender.