Spring entertaining tips from the Cocktail Porter crew

The temps are rising, the flowers are starting to bloom: spring is here, which means both silly and peak event season aren't too far off either.

The true beauty of an event is in the way it connects us through shared moments and memories, and more often than not, it's all about that attention to detail, and those smaller touches that transform a good experience into a great one.

Whether you're planning to host at home or are scoping out some venues nearby, we caught up with the team behind Cocktail Porter to get their take on all things entertaining for the warmer months ahead.

Add a theatrical element

Dinner and drinks are great, but why not enhance the moment with a photo-worthy Champagne tower, or some flair bartending?

Look to a professional bartender – or a few – and they’ll not only mix, shake and pour, but showcase everything from bottle flips to shaker tricks as guests watch on in awe.

Bring in your own bar

Ideal for steering clear of the kitchen if you’re at home and for blank canvas spaces through to retail stores, showrooms and offices, pop-up bars remove the logistical stress, and they’re fully customisable.

From a design that speaks to your event’s wider colour palette, to one that features your brand logo and messaging as the focal point, the options are endless.

Perfect the personalisation

People are much more likely to remember an event if elements of it are tailored to them.

Consider bespoke food and beverage menus, where crafted cocktails might, for example, feature ice cubes with their initials, through to bite-sized morsels, along with more substantial dishes that are inspired by special shared memories or milestones.

Cement it as a memory-maker

Parting gifts are a great way to ensure your celebration lives on long after it ends, especially when they reflect the look and feel of the experience, or your brand.

Our current top pick? Curate a range of cocktails that will be served at the event in mini sizes beforehand, add those all-important bespoke elements, and hand them out as guests head off. It’s a no brainer!

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