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How to plan a cocktail menu for a dinner party
Choose a cocktail menu around your guests, with a worked selection, preparation considerations and equal attention to alcohol-free choices.
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A little preparation.
A better evening together.
Choose drinks around your guests, keep the recipes you enjoy and leave room to be part of the evening.
A useful place to begin
Home bar cocktail guides, from menu to first pour.
Planning your first evening? Follow these three steps in order. If you already have a menu, begin with the part of the preparation that needs a little care.
Choose around your guests.
Start with the people coming and the kind of evening you want. A short selection, including a considered alcohol-free choice, leaves more room to enjoy their company.
Plan your cocktail menu →Keep a recipe worth repeating.
Write down the measures, products and small adjustments that make a drink yours. Check those recipes against what is actually in the cupboard before making a shopping list.
Organise recipes and ingredients →Leave the finishing touches for later.
Set out equipment and glassware, plan your ice and decide what can be prepared ahead. Keep the final serve in mind so preparation helps the evening rather than taking it over.
Prepare before guests arrive →
Want to bring those records together? Explore TwentyTwo2 for your home bar, or try the sample cocktail collection and guest menu.
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Organise your cocktail recipes and ingredients
Keep recipes, variations and ingredients organised with a completed Daiquiri record, a copyable template and a clear check before shopping.
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Prepare cocktails before your guests arrive
Prepare your cocktail station before guests arrive with a practical timeline, equipment checklist and a clear plan for the final serve.
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