Your holiday guests are coming. Hide the good bourbon.

Published about 22 hours ago • 2 min read

Holiday hosting season is upon us.

That means food to prepare, guests to entertain, and at least one person who will ask if you can make a cocktail requiring an ingredient you've never heard of.

Here's the thing: you don't need a fully stocked bar or a dozen cocktail recipes to keep everyone happy. You just need a little planning and a few good drinks.

I've put together a Holiday Cocktail Survival Guide with some practical advice for keeping things simple.

We're talking:

  • Choosing a few cocktails instead of offering an entire drink menu.
  • Preparing ingredients ahead of time so you're not stuck behind the bar.
  • Picking drinks for the bourbon lovers AND the bourbon skeptics.
  • Making sure you've got enough ice. Seriously, buy more ice.

There are a few Bourbony cocktail recommendations in there, too, including some that work particularly well for holiday gatherings.

​Read the Holiday Cocktail Survival Guide →​

Because the holidays are supposed to be enjoyable for the host, too.

Your shaker. Your call.

Cheers!

Bob
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