Cocktail parties can be elegant and the menu doesn't need to be complicated. Instead, serve simple hors d'oeuvres and homemade dips. Fried pickles are an excellent addition to a summer cocktail party's menu. To satisfy vegetarians you can also offer zucchini fritters. You can also roll goat cheese or feta cheese balls with dried thyme.
Serving hors d'oeuvres at a cocktail party
Cocktail parties can be made more lively by serving hors D'oeuvre. Although hors-d'oeuvres may not be required, they will keep guests entertained. These small appetizers can be enjoyed quickly.
Think about the event you are serving when deciding on hors d’oeuvres. For example, a wedding typically serves several kinds of hors d'oeuvres. The kind of event will dictate the type of hors d’oeuvres that are best for cocktails parties.
Keep in mind that hors D'oeuvres should be small and tasty when served. This is due to the fact that horsd'oeuvres usually come before the main course. Serving them is meant to compliment the main course.
Making a signature drink
A signature cocktail is an excellent way to personalize your party food, regardless of whether you are hosting a wedding reception or a family reunion. You can either create a drink for a particular location or provide non-alcoholic beverages for your children. This will make your guests more likely to remember the party and return.
A signature cocktail is a drink with an appropriate name and theme. For example, a beach party would call for a pina colada and orange juice, which are both summer-y and refreshing. It is possible to include the couple's favorite sports team or pet in the drink name. Also, the drink should exude WOW! It should be served in an original glass with a fun label.
Signature cocktails are unique and add an extra special touch to your event. While they take a little more time to prepare, the results will be worth it. You can make seasonal mojitos, or martinis, depending on the season. These drinks can be prepared in the morning and served from a pitcher throughout your party. A signature cocktail is a great choice for a cocktail event and will make your guests feel special.
FAQ
What goes well with a martini
There are many options for what you can put in your martini glass. Here are some examples:
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Olives
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Lemon slices
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Maraschino cherries
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Peanuts
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Cheese cubes
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Pickles
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Caviar
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Grapes
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Strawberries
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Ice cream
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Shrimp
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Crabmeat
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Oysters
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Sushi rolls
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Bacon bits
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Hard-boiled eggs
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Cocktail onions
What does it mean when someone says, "I'm having a little too much fun?"
It indicates that someone has had too much to drink.
How do I keep my drinks cold?
Put them in the freezer for 20 minutes. This will fast chill them without diluting their drink.
What are the best mixed drinks to order at bars?
I would recommend an Old Fashioned. This classic cocktail is made with bourbon whiskey and sugar syrup.
This drink's name is a result of the fact that it was first served without ice. The original recipe called for just whiskey, sugar, and bitters.
People started to add ice to the mixture and they added "Old-Fashioned", to the title, because they thought the old-fashioned version tasted more delicious.
A Manhattan could be another option. Another option is the Manhattan. It is basically a variation of the Old Fashioned. Instead of using Bourbon, you can use Rye Whiskey. You also use sweet vermouth instead of sugar.
Because it is easy to prepare and delicious, this is a popular choice for bartenders.
What are the different types of liquors?
There are hundreds to choose from when it comes to liquor. Some of these spirits include vodka, rum or tequila and bourbon, while others are flavored liquors like amaretto or apple brandy. There are also cordials, liqueurs and fruit wines.
Do you require any special equipment in order to make cocktails
Not at all. There are only a few things you need:
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Glasses
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Strainer
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Lid
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Cocktail shaker
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measurement cups and spoons
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Jigger
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Tongue depressors
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Stirring sticks
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Lemon wedge
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Sugar cube
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Salt
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Pepper
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Ice cubes
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Ice
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Water
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Alcohol
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Wine
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Beer
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Soda water
Statistics
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
- with a light percentage of 4.2% or any with a light percentage of 4.2% or any Coors/Bud/Miller Lite, which also is 4.2% (breakingtheboredom.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
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How To
How do you make mixed drinks?
Mix drinks are made with different ingredients like juices, liqueurs or syrups. A cocktail is made by mixing two to three liquors with water, ice and alcohol. It can be made with fresh fruit juice, lemonade and tonic water.
These are the most commonly used types of cocktails.
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Margarita - A Mexican cocktail consisting of tequila, triple sec (or Cointreau), lime juice, and salt.
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Daiquiri -- A Cuban cocktail that includes rum sugar, lime juice, crushed ice, and rum
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Mojito – A Cuban cocktail that consists primarily of mint leaves and some rum.
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Gin and Tonic: A British cocktail that includes gin & tonic.
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Martini – A cocktail made with vermouth and vodka along with bitters and oil.
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Whiskey sour - A whiskey drink that includes sweetened condensed dairy, lemon juice, and whisky.
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Sidecar - A French cocktail containing cognac, orange Juice, and grenadine.
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Collins - A cocktail made up equal parts of lemon juice and gin.
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Manhattan - This cocktail consists of sweet vermouth and sweet rye whiskey.
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White Russian - A cocktail made with vodka, Kahlua and coffee liqueur.
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Brandy Alexander - A cocktail consisting of brandy, creme de cacao, heavy whipping cream, and chocolate syrup.