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As the cold winds blow and temperatures drop, there's nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm, comforting drink. Whether you're by a crackling fire, hosting a holiday gathering, or simply seeking solace from the chill, these warm cocktails are perfect for lifting your spirits and warming you from the inside out. Discover the best warm cocktails to savour this winter! Link in comments 👇️

🎉 Planning an event? Don't overlook the ice! 🧊 Whether you're hosting a casual party or an elegant soirée, choosing the right type of ice can elevate your drinks and impress your guests. Here’s our quick guide: Cubes: Classic ice cubes are versatile, melt slowly, and are perfect for most mixed drinks. They chill without diluting too quickly! Crushed: Perfect for summer parties or tiki cocktails! Crushed ice cools fast and adds a refreshing crunch to mojitos, margaritas, and other fruity drinks. Spheres: Large ice spheres are ideal for whiskey or bourbon. They melt slowly, keeping your drink cold without watering it down. Pebble Ice: Great for large batches of punch or iced coffee. These small, nugget-like pieces are easy to chew and create a fun, laid-back vibe. Choosing the right ice isn’t just about temperature—it’s about the experience. Chat to us, we're happy to help advise you on the right setup for your event! ice-promotions.co.uk

Western drinks have an inverse relation between serving size and alcoholic strength - you get big glasses of low abv beer, but tiny glasses of high abv spirits.⠀⠀ 🍶⠀⠀ But there's a different logic at play when it comes to sake. One very close to the Japanese heart - hospitality.⠀⠀ 🍶⠀⠀ The smaller the cup, the faster it empties, which gives others more chances to fill it for you - promoting friendly rounds of you-pour-for-me-I-pour-for-you and a chance to break into conversations by bringing over the bottle and pouring for others.⠀⠀ 🍶⠀⠀ So for sake, a small glass doesn't mean big abv, just big hospitality!⠀⠀ 🍶⠀⠀ #discoversake #sake #🍶

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I wanted to share some exciting news! The Peak Beverage marketing team recently attended the Wedding MBA Conference, and we captured a ton of valuable insights that could be really helpful for you in booking more events and delighting your clients. We've compiled the key takeaways in a blog post, and I believe it could provide actionable tips to help you grow your business. You can check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gnW6F3Ts #weddingvenues #weddings #catering #barcatering #planners #wedingplanners #venues

🍷 Managing Drinks at Events 🍷 Unless you are planning to host an event full of camels 🐫, drinks are a bit of an essential! Whatever your event style, the cost of drinks can quickly add up, so it's important you agree these with the venue beforehand. Here are my top tips: ☕ For tea and coffee, agree a bulk order where they provide large pots, rather than individual drinks 🍻 For a bar tab, agree an amount and also ask to be alerted when funds are running low so you can top up if needed. If you need to keep costs low, ask for single measures, house wines and spirits and no shots! 🚰 For water, ask for jugs of tap water if you don't want to be automatically given still or sparkling 🍷 If you're hosting a dinner, order bottles of wine rather than individual glasses. Typically I'd suggest half a bottle per person with mostly bottles of white and a few red 🍾 If you want fizz on arrival, prosecco or sparkling wine can be a nice alternative to spenny champagne! Remember, hydrated guests are happy guests! Happy event planning 😎 #eventmanagement #toptips

A couple weeks ago I went to a large industry conference. I had never been to this event before and was SO excited for the opening reception. Due to the way my travel day went I wasn't able to get my workout in until right before the reception. Needless to say when. I arrived I was ready to eat, drink, and be merry. What did I find? Beer, Wine, Soda, Topo Chico, and ONLY caffeinated coffee. No NA beer, no zero proof cocktails, and nothing but fried food. Here's the important part and why choice, variety, and attendee agency matters: I left. I did a sweep to make sure I wasn't missing anything, said hello to a couple people and then promptly left to go find what I needed. I'm a first time attendee and I left. Is that what an organizer really wants?! There's been some surprising debate around event planners not being "responsible" for things like this which I totally disagree. We are part of the hospitality industry and we should be more hospitable. My dad always taught me that if you only complain about something without providing a potential solution you're just making the situation worse. So here's a recipe I learned recently for you to share with you F&B teams to offer. 1 ounce pineapple juice 3.5g of carbs, 15 calories 1 ounce lime juice 2.6 g of carbs, 11 calories Splash of simple syrup 1-2g carbs, -8 calories Muddle cucumber and lime in above mixture Pour over ice and top w club soda 0 calories Garnish w Mint Sprig and Lime Wheel Great beverage with ~30 calories but more importantly, it will let people who don't want to drink feel included and part of your event.

❓ What’s the most important part of a New Year’s Eve party for you? 🎉 How to Plan a New Year’s Eve Party 👉 See all the steps at: https://lnkd.in/ey5Jd9em A) The decorations and theme 🎈 B) The food and drinks 🍾 C) Spending time with friends and family 🥳 (Share in the comments!) 1️⃣ Choose a Theme – 🎭 Whether it’s glamorous, casual, or retro, set the tone for your event. 2️⃣ Send Invitations – 📧 Use digital invites or create a group chat to confirm attendance. 👉 See all the steps in the website above ☝️ #NewYearsEveParty #EventPlanning #HolidayCelebrations #PartyIdeas #FestiveFun #NewYearGoals #HostingTips

When identifying your ideal client, do you know how and where they spend their leisure time? Are they introverts and prefer to read a book or do something by themselves? Are they extroverts and, therefore, prefer to participate in social activities? If so, where do they go? Is it the local country club, an adult beverage establishment, or a friends house? These clues will help you determine one way to market to your ideal client. Look for clues this weekend!

Christmas is just around the corner, and we're here to help you celebrate in style. 👯 If you're planning a Christmas or New Years celebration and need a little help with the bar, incredible bartenders, cocktails and glassware, then look no further - we're here to bring the festive magic. ✨ Why work with Create? Drinks Done Differently  We create bespoke cocktail menus that hit just the right note. Whether you're after elegant classics or innovative seasonal serves, we'll craft something that gets your guests talking. 🍸 Unbeatable Bartenders  More than just mixing drinks, our team brings personality, expertise, and a dash of showmanship to every event. They're the kind of people who make great drinks while making your guests feel like VIPs. 💁♂️ Quality You Can Taste  Premium spirits, fresh ingredients, and stunning presentation – because we believe the best drinks should be a feast for all senses. No shortcuts, just properly good cocktails. 🍊 Your Vision, Our Expertise  We don't do one-size-fits-all. Instead, we work with you to understand exactly what you're after, then bring it to life with style. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, we'll make it memorable. 💫 Download our brochure to explore the possibilities: https://lnkd.in/eY7d5cfH #EventProfsUK #ChristmasEvents #ChristmasCocktails #ChristmasPlanning #EventBars #Mixologists #CocktailBars