Open Bar Recipe
Each guest can drink as they please. All charges will be tracked by the server and paid for by the host.
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Ingredients
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Beverages
Bar Accessories
Method
Beverage Preparation
Prepare the Bar
Set up the bar area with all the beverages and accessories.
Arrange Beverages
Place the vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey on the bar for easy access.
Add Mixers
Pour the lemonade, cola, tonic water, orange juice, and grenadine into separate containers on the bar.
Ice Setup
Fill the ice bucket with ice cubes and place it near the bar for guests to use.
Garnish Preparation
Cut fresh fruits into slices and arrange them on a platter for garnishing drinks.
Serving Drinks
Mixing Cocktails
Use the cocktail shaker and measuring jigger to mix drinks as per guest requests.
Serving
Pour mixed drinks into cocktail glasses and add ice if desired.
Garnishing
Garnish drinks with fresh fruit slices and serve with straws.
Tracking Orders
Ensure to track each drink order for billing purposes, noting each guest's selection.