DeathTongue

that's actually why I'm asking - to see if it does make a difference. And just to clear up your confusion, I'm asking if, when a bartender puts a drink in front of me as I'm playing video poker at the bar, is it ok if I simply place my tip on the bar in front of my drink (which might indicate the tip is for that person), or is it more customary to place the tip in the tip jar sitting on the bar (which I assume is divided between all workers)?

Me and my wife like to go to Cripple Creek to play video poker and slots, and of course, get free drinks. I usually tip a dollar a drink, and when on the floor, I just drop the money on the server's tray. But when I'm sitting at the bar being served by the bartender, should I just toss the tip to him, or should I put the tip in the tip jar?? thanks for any info!