Serving Alcohol At Your Party

You have decided to serve alcohol to your guests. Here are some things to consider once you have made that decision.

Is Alcohol Allowed

Find out if you can serve alcohol at the place where your party or event is held. Some establishments may not allow alcohol or may have certain restrictions.

What Type Of Bar

You should decide what type of bar to provide.

Cash Bar

Your guests will have to pay for their own alcohol. This will limit how much your guests drink since they will have to pay for it.

Open Bar

A full bar that you pay for. Includes beer, wine and liquor for mixed drinks. Be cautious with an open bar as guests may overindulge.

Limited Bar

With a limited bar, you would provide beer and/or wine to your guests and they would have to purchase mixed or specialty drinks. This is a good compromise between an open and a cash bar.

How Long Will You Serve Alcohol

Remember that you are under no obligation to provide your guests with alcohol for the entire event. You might offer a champagne toast or serve drinks only at the beginning of your event. Its up to you.