Keep the Bar Stocked for the Holidays

With family and friends coming in & out of your home during this holiday season, it's important to be sure your bar is stocked and ready for entertainment! Today we're sharing a couple of tips on a few essential items to keep around at all times.

STAPLE LIQUORS

Having a few key spirits on hand will keep most any guest happy. Along with these common liquors, consider keeping a few bottles of white + red wine around as well.

1. Vodka

2. Light Rum

3. Dark Rum

4. Bourbon

5. Gin

MIXERS + GARNISHES

Keep a few basic mixing staples around such as tonic water, club soda, cola and lemon lime soda, fruit juices and ginger ale. As for garnishes, knowing your go-to concoctions will help you determine what to have. Lemons, limes, maraschino cherries, olives and fresh herbs are good picks to keep around.

BAR TOOLS + GLASSWARE

A thoughtfully stocked bar includes the tools to tackle your cocktails.

Here's what you should have: 1. Ice Bucket

2. Bar Spoon

3. Muddler

4. Jigger (measures shots)

5. A Cocktail Shaker + Strainer

6. Wine + Bottle Openers

CREATE A GO TO COCKTAIL

Establish your own signature cocktail, whether you do a different one for every party or use the same house recipe every time. Having this specific recipe eliminates the pressure of needing to play bartender. Keep in mind that your guests can always make their own drinks and have fun with the different garnishes.

If you need assistance stocking your bar or serving drinks at your upcoming holiday parties, consider a metro's other woman® personal assistant for hire!

Cheers!