The essential guide to throwing the ultimate cocktail party
Cocktails! We all love at LEAST one of them, they are the perfect drinks to have at any party for this reason alone. But how does one throw the ultimate cocktail party and what do they need? Fear not, read on and find out how you can throw the cocktail party event of the year.
The liquor
Undeniably the most important member of the cocktail party, the liquor is the bread and butter. It should be spread out evenly across the bar so each member of staff can reach it. For a party of 40, you will need white rum, tequila, gin, bourbon, and around three bottles of vodka- unless you know for sure your guests can drink the standard party guests under the bar, then maybe you should get some more. If you want to try some even more flamboyant cocktails, get different flavoured vodkas!
The bar
Whats a cocktail party without a bar? Well, it’s like a mojito with no rum, pointless. You’ll need a good, secure setup that isn’t going to wobble or fall down. Somewhere that’s high enough so people can’t reach over and grab the bottles (Pop Up Bar Hire can provide a bar exactly like this!).
The mixers
Stock up with three to four bottles of juices (we recommend orange, cranberry, pineapple and tomato) and sodas (cola, lemonade, tonic water, ginger beer and soda water). If you’ve got these, you’ll be set for the day.
The tools
To put it bluntly, without tools, you won’t be able to make a cocktail. You will need a cocktail shaker (that’s a given), cocktail spoon, a jigger (that one is for measuring) and a muddler (the one for crushing bits and bobs).
The people
Staff who stand behind the bar can make all the difference. Depending on the vibe you wish to go with, staff can be full of serenity and poise for a wedding or cheeky and fun at a work event, whichever you choose, Pop Up Bar Hire always ensure they can make each cocktail to a high standard.
The garnishes
When it comes to cocktails, you really need everything to make it, especially the garnishes. You will need the family of three citrus fruits- lemons, limes and oranges, mint, bitter, sugar, and salt and pepper. They’re what makes the cocktails look fancy and give them that party-feel.
At Pop Up Bar Hire, we can provide ALL of these essentials, yes, from the bar to the box of mint. Even though we are based in Cardiff, we can get our mobile bar to any event, anywhere, anytime. Give us a bell here.
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15 thoughts you have when queuing for a drink
We’ve all been there, at an event and dying for a bev, having to stand in the what seems like never-ending sea of people six bodies deep all waiting to quench their thirsts. Here are 15 thoughts you will have definitely had while queuing in the warm, moist line.
- Why is it that everyone wants a drink when I do? They can’t all be after a drink…
- Urm, why is the floor sticky right under my feet, and purple?!
- Excuse me, pushing me forward is not, I repeat, not, going to get you a drink any quicker.
- I have every limb possible digging into me right now.
- Well look at that drinks list, what a choice! I won’t stress, I’ve got ages to decide.
- I wish I had some snacks right about now, Wotsits would go down a treat.
- I also wish I had a drink to sip on while I’m waiting.
- If anyone else walks past me holding their drink in the air and tips it on me again, I will go mad.
- I am going to make eye contact with that bartender who is going super fast.
- Dammit, he’s moved over to that section after 10 minutes of grafting, better change bartenders.
- It’s my turn, time to panic, what the hell do I even want?
- Ice? Diet or regular? Pint or half? Honey, just gimme a drink!
- I really need a straw and she’s already serving someone else, everyone will think I’m trying to order more drinks or steal from the bar.
- My friend has just offered to buy me another drink, best day ever!
- Oh wait, this means I’m gonna have to buy the next round, hot damn.
Has reading this made you reminisce over all the times you’ve had to que? Fear not! Pop Up Bar Hire can provide you with a fully licensed bar for ANY event, be it weddings, corporate, festivals or even an event in your own back garden!
If you can think of an upcoming event that may need a fab pop up bar, get in touch!
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