Both kids and adults love our wedding punch. A very simple upgrade to any of our wedding bar packages or semi-easy for someone to make. Here is our super secret, never before shared recipe for wedding punch.
(1) 1 liter Ocean Spray cranberry juice
(1) large can of pineapple juice
(1) 5 oz. of banana flavoring
(2) teaspoon black walnut flavoring
(1) cup of sugar
Mix it all in a gold encrusted diamond etched mixing pot. Or a large regular pot will do if no gold encrusted diamond etched pots are available. Mix well! If transporting this in a container to your event mix once more before pouring into punch bowl. Very Important!
Your last step is to add:
(1) 2 liter of gingerale
This completes your punch. This will serve about 66 people. Make this a champagne punch by leaving out the gingerale and using champagne.
Do not pre-mix your gingerale or champagne. Wait until your are ready to serve or it will be flat. Be sure your punch is very cold just before pouring.
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11/29/07
A reception at Bluff Mountain Inn
Bluff Mountain Inn is a beautiful reception venue located high in the moutains near the center of Pigeon Forge. With an excellent catering staff, great food, photography packages, and beautiful scenery, this is an excellent choice for any reception. The site is large enough to host two receptions at the same time, has it's own chapel, and features a large pavilion for outdoor events. Tennessee Bartenders has provided numerous bars here, and we can provide a bar that fits your imagination. Typically, bars are positioned outside on the rear deck or the pavilion, but can be located anywhere. If you're looking for a beatiful secluded location for your wedding guests to stay you should check this place out.
11/25/07
Wedding and Party Bar Q&A with the Bartender.
This blog will explore some of the most popular questions we recieve from customers when planning their receptions and private events.
Should I buy kegs or bottled beer for my reception?
Typically, kegs are cheaper than bottles, but bottles will offer greater variety. Kegs are often considered when hosting parties of 80 or more people. At the end, unused bottles can be taken home, while left over keg juice is wasted.
How many bartenders do I need for my party?
The industry average is about 1 bartender per 75 guests, for beer and wine only events, and 1 per 50 at a full liquor bar event. Many good tenders can push this number to 1 per 125 (beer/wine only) or 1 per 75 (full bar), but at wedding receptions, most brides agree that it's better to be overstaffed with no waiting time for drinks.
How much alcohol will I need for our event?
Figure about 2-3 drinks per person in most situations. For more info see my custom designed formula for figuring these amounts, also on our blogs page.
Do I need liqueurs in the bar selection?
If you are serving a full liquor bar then you should buy a bottle of Triple Sec at the bare minimum. If you wish to offer a certain type of cocktail at your reception, then check out the recipes to ensure you have the alcoholic ingredients required, as many popular cocktails use them.
What about the toast?
The most common mistake is for a couple to not get schedules to the bartenders. Pouring and passing out the toast glasses will usually take the tenders about 5 minutes, and having to wait 5 minutes can really choke up a good speech. Make sure the bartenders have the schedule and this way they can coordinate a secret hand signal or send morris code to the DJ (you get the idea).
What about tip jars?
First let me say, I have no opinion on this, I am just offering the facts. In my experience about 70% of weddings request no tip jars and in this case the tip can be handled through the host. The other 30% could care less. I have never noticed a guest having a problem with a tip jar and a decent number of guests will tip even when told there is no tip jar and its covered. However, many hosts are absolutely against this. Personally, I can give great arguements for both sides and you should make the decision you are comfortable with. Most wedding planners will advise against tip jars. If you are unsure of what to do here just handle it yourself.
What liquors do I need?
The standard bar will have vodka, tequila, rum, gin, and whiskey. However, I will attempt to rate the liquors I think are most important and popular by experience. If you wish to offer a smaller than above, start at the top of the list and go down according to your budget limits.
1. Whiskeys (Crown or Jack will go very fast in most circumstances)
2. Vodka (Rarely asked for by name, so buy a lot of one brand and your good)
3. Gin (Martinis are always asked for by someone, but not in huge numbers)
4. Rum (Great for the person who always asks, what can you make me?)
5. Tequila (Maragaritas are hit or miss, meaning youll go through a ton or none at all)
6. Scotch (Typically, not so popular, but if you have a family member who likes it you may want to buy a bottle)
This concludes our blog, but if you have a question you dont see here just shoot me an email at sales@tennesseebartenders.com. We'll even help you if your not using our services. We love good bar questions.
www.TennesseeBartenders.com
Should I buy kegs or bottled beer for my reception?
Typically, kegs are cheaper than bottles, but bottles will offer greater variety. Kegs are often considered when hosting parties of 80 or more people. At the end, unused bottles can be taken home, while left over keg juice is wasted.
How many bartenders do I need for my party?
The industry average is about 1 bartender per 75 guests, for beer and wine only events, and 1 per 50 at a full liquor bar event. Many good tenders can push this number to 1 per 125 (beer/wine only) or 1 per 75 (full bar), but at wedding receptions, most brides agree that it's better to be overstaffed with no waiting time for drinks.
How much alcohol will I need for our event?
Figure about 2-3 drinks per person in most situations. For more info see my custom designed formula for figuring these amounts, also on our blogs page.
Do I need liqueurs in the bar selection?
If you are serving a full liquor bar then you should buy a bottle of Triple Sec at the bare minimum. If you wish to offer a certain type of cocktail at your reception, then check out the recipes to ensure you have the alcoholic ingredients required, as many popular cocktails use them.
What about the toast?
The most common mistake is for a couple to not get schedules to the bartenders. Pouring and passing out the toast glasses will usually take the tenders about 5 minutes, and having to wait 5 minutes can really choke up a good speech. Make sure the bartenders have the schedule and this way they can coordinate a secret hand signal or send morris code to the DJ (you get the idea).
What about tip jars?
First let me say, I have no opinion on this, I am just offering the facts. In my experience about 70% of weddings request no tip jars and in this case the tip can be handled through the host. The other 30% could care less. I have never noticed a guest having a problem with a tip jar and a decent number of guests will tip even when told there is no tip jar and its covered. However, many hosts are absolutely against this. Personally, I can give great arguements for both sides and you should make the decision you are comfortable with. Most wedding planners will advise against tip jars. If you are unsure of what to do here just handle it yourself.
What liquors do I need?
The standard bar will have vodka, tequila, rum, gin, and whiskey. However, I will attempt to rate the liquors I think are most important and popular by experience. If you wish to offer a smaller than above, start at the top of the list and go down according to your budget limits.
1. Whiskeys (Crown or Jack will go very fast in most circumstances)
2. Vodka (Rarely asked for by name, so buy a lot of one brand and your good)
3. Gin (Martinis are always asked for by someone, but not in huge numbers)
4. Rum (Great for the person who always asks, what can you make me?)
5. Tequila (Maragaritas are hit or miss, meaning youll go through a ton or none at all)
6. Scotch (Typically, not so popular, but if you have a family member who likes it you may want to buy a bottle)
This concludes our blog, but if you have a question you dont see here just shoot me an email at sales@tennesseebartenders.com. We'll even help you if your not using our services. We love good bar questions.
www.TennesseeBartenders.com
11/19/07
Fun wedding bar ideas
Featured cocktails are a great benefit you get when hiring Tennessee Bartenders. If you're hosting a fully stocked bar we can design a featured drink named after the host, company, or whatever fits the occasion, at no additional costs. Our featured drinks always consist of either fresh fruits, interesting garnishes, or fancy mix methods
However, there is no need to stop with just one featured drink. You can host a party that consists of specialty cocktails throughout the entire evening. While hosting this type of party will increase your expenditures, the benefits can be very rewarding. To understand how a party can consist of specialty cocktails all night, try to imagine eating a fancy full course meal. Your meal may have an appetizer, salad, soup, main dish, and dessert just like a specialty drink menu.
Here is an example:
Pre-Party Cocktail
Arriving guests are served a custom designed champagne cocktail.
For example, we custom create a fresh fruit puree and mix it with your choice of champagne selection. Add a Garnish of fresh fruit to compliment the puree and you have instant conversation when your guests arrive.
Pre-Meal Cocktails
Served when guests prepare for dinner.
We have cocktail servers walk to each table with a pitcher of fresh fruit sangria. Sangria can be a great compliment to many dishes served before the main course. When guests see the pitchers and listen to the servers description of the sangria, they will realize the effort put into it's preperations.
Main course Cocktails & Drinks
Served during dinner.
Here you can serve a choice of featured liquor cocktails or a nice glass of wine to compliment the meal. The possibilities here are endless, but guests will be impressed, as this 3rd course drink is made available.
After Dinner Dessert & Apperatif
Served after dinner
Now we come to an enjoyable moment of the evening, Dessert! First your guests are treated to one of our premium fondue chocolate fountains (white, dark, or milk chocolate), where they will find an array of fresh strawberries, fruits, salty snacks, and interesting sweets. As your chocolate cravings are satisfied they will be served a glass of sherry.
Planning a full course drink menu can be rewarding, but be sure to plan carefully. You don't want foods sweeter than your apperitif for example, and always sample your selections when possible. If your planning a 5 star meal, be sure to create a 5 star drink menu by pairing your spirits accordingly. You're guests will notice and appreciate the difference, as such details are often overlooked. Can you remember the last time your meal was paired with drink selections?
For help with pairing drinks contact our email address sales@tennesseebartenders.com
www.TennesseeBartenders.com
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