I tip $1 per drink, regardless of what level I'm playing at, and regardless of how often she comes around (it's not her fault if they've assigned her too big an area to cover). I would only downgrade this if she was not courteous; I even tolerate getting the drink wrong, although I expect it to be replaced with the correct one, and THEN tip the full $1. Remember, there's a reason she's a waitress and you're not. It's a tough job.
I know there are some areas where the cocktail waitresses make more than the blackjack dealers, reportedly, but this is usually not the case (high earning for the waitress) for those that get the slot area to serve; that's usually more true for the higher-limit table games.
Think about what you'd pay for the drink if someone had to bring it to your room (I know, none of us would ever buy just a beverage from room service for just that reason, but it puts it in perspective).
Also, think about what you'd pay for the drink if you were asked to pay for the drink instead of getting it for free (which IS the case for alcholic beverages in Indiana casinos), and that will put the cost of a tip in better perspective.
I have no trouble with anyone who wants to tip more, and when I haven't had the right change, have frequently over-tipped rather than under-tip.
I guess I feel this way because I've had jobs long ago where I relied on tips for income, and am a lot more understanding than those who have never had to do this.
--BG
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