Catholic communities typically welcome the holiday of Easter with great pomp and revelry. The day holds tremendous religious significance as it marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Therefore, to celebrate this occasion, friends and families typically spend the day together, engaging in host of fun-filled activities, such as Easter egg hunts. The holiday usually ends on a note of indulgence, with merrymakers enjoying an ornate feast, comprising various specialties, such as glazed ham, roasted vegetables, salads, and more.
Easter parties, which happen on the day of the festival or a day or two prior to the actual holiday, are also quite common occurrences. Planning parties in general, whether they are for Easter, Holi, or any other festival, can be particularly stressful and taxing for the host. Not only does the party have to be meticulously planned but appropriate quantities and types of foods and drinks also need to be arranged. Similarly, the decorations and aesthetics also need to be taken care of.
To ease the burden on hosts and party planners, here are 5 useful tips to keep in mind, especially with regard to drinks and cocktails served.
Think About The Glassware
Drinks and cocktails are essential elements of a party; they can literally make or break the vibe of the get-together. While tasty and balanced drinks never go out of style, there are certain steps one can take to enhance the flavour of a given drink. This hinges on the type of glassware used. For instance, whiskey glasses help accentuate a given cocktail’s aromatic qualities while gin tumblers usually provide the drink a broader surface area for aeration, enabling its botanical notes to come to the fore.
Coordinate The Colour Palette
Too much colour coordination can come off as cheesy and tacky; however, when done tastefully, it can also make for eye-catching party décor and elevate the overall ambiance of your party. The décor-drinks coordination can be something as straightforward as combining the spirits and mixers in a manner that accentuates your selected colours. For instance, gin cocktails infused with fresh mint could express a verdant, nature-laden vibe, which is ideal for Easter as the festival takes place during spring when everything is in full bloom.
Organise An Interactive DIY Cocktail Station
Who doesn’t enjoy games and other entertaining interactive escapades? A DIY cocktail station is the perfect vehicle to capture adults’ interest and enable them to mix and match ingredients to craft their very own custom-made cocktail for the party. Ensure to have premium and versatile spirits, such as gin, rum, and whiskey on offer, plus a host of mixers and fresh herbaceous ingredients, including mint and fruits that go well with the spring season aesthetic of Easter.
Label The Drinks
To introduce a note of fun to your soiree, add little labels and tags to the alcohol bottles which indicate their flavours. For instance, you could simply put a tag saying something to the effect of “laidback extrovert itching to meet new people” on milder and bubblier drinks, such as blended scotch. Guests can then choose their drinks accordingly based on which personality description matches them. This will add a layer of fun and creativity to your party.
Account For Post-Party Cleanup
Parties with a large number of people tend to get messy. Therefore, make your life a little easier and have a post-party cleanup routine ready for when the party is over. One simple way to lighten the cleanup process burden is by opting for disposable glassware; such glassware is available in a range of styles and shapes. They are also compatible with multiple drinks, without compromising on the quality of the spirits. Eco-friendly options are also on offer in several stores, especially during big holidays like Easter.