Steve's solution of making the drinks even by pouring some of one into another is only practical if nobody has started drinking yet. Even in that case, most restaurant patrons would likely balk at this idea.
Mailtime Segment: After Steve and Mailbox chat about business, Mailbox gives Steve the letter. In the letter, a group of kids helps a chef to prepare pancakes. They help out by pouring in ingredients, measuring things and mixing stuff up.