| Serving alcohol at a catered event takes some | | | | alcohol to bring as well as the amount of ice. |
| extra planning. It pays to take some time and | | | | What type of Bar? |
| sort out the details before your event. Here are | | | | There are several options for setting up a bar for |
| some points to consider before the big day | | | | a catered event. Most decisions will depend |
| arrives. | | | | entirely on your budget for the affair. An open |
| Is Your Catering Service Licensed to Serve | | | | bar is a bar with all the works at no charge to |
| Alcohol? | | | | the guests. The reverse of that is a cash bar |
| It is an obvious question, but one that should be | | | | where guests must pay for all their drinks. |
| asked up front during the first interview. Many | | | | A third option that many don't consider is a |
| catering services are not licensed, and if you want | | | | Limited Open Bar. The idea is that certain |
| them to handle the drinks for the event you could | | | | amounts of beverages are free, but at a point |
| be in for a rude awakening after you have hired | | | | there is a charge. A common set up for an open |
| them. | | | | bar is one where beer and wine is served free to |
| Bartenders | | | | the guests, but mixed drinks and hard alcohol are |
| Ask your caterer how many bartenders they will | | | | charged for. |
| supply. It is helpful to have a guest count for | | | | It pays to take the time and decide up front |
| them. A good rule of thumb is one bartender for | | | | what you intend to do at your event. A good |
| every 40-50 guests. The guest count will also help | | | | catering service should be able to accommodate |
| the catering service determine the amount of | | | | you in whatever decision you decide upon. |