How to host a great Easter Gathering | with non-alcoholic guests (and those that don't wish to get too drunk!)
What's the first thing you'll do when entertaining guests this Easter? That's right - offer them all a drink! And here's why non-alcoholic beverages make so much sense for hosting a successful Easter get-together . . .
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Raising alcohol-free drinks glasses for Easter 2022!
So your guests have arrived and you're all eager to relax. It's time to catch up and enjoy the Easter celebrations.
'So what can I get you?' - your warm offer extends their way!
Now think.
How many times have you heard one of your visitors reply 'oh, not much for me really, I'm driving' - or some other sad mumble?
And we all know that's typical guestspeak for 'it's my other half who'll be having the fun today/I'll just do my best to keep up with these jollies'.
(or some similar scenario)
So you serve them something (not unlike) lime & soda. And hope the guilt and gloom keeps a low key while the rest of you live a little!
Now please.
We all know there's no need for such dismal scenes this Easter 2022!
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| The colours and cocktails of Spring! Alcohol-free of course... and perfect for Easter Garden Gatherings. Photo credits: Sharp Health News |
Extending alcohol-free hospitality this Easter Break
Let's keep something stylish in mind here . . . the mystique of inviting guests unto your drinks cabinet!
That sense of novelty. Of exploring something with an element of surprise.
After all, your role as Easter host or hostess should really reflect two things: Consideration and Anticipation.
Every situation covered - that sort of thing!
Now let's keep in mind that Easter Celebrations typically feature swathes of chocolate and somewhat sickly deserts!
At least when abundance sets the standards.
And that's most years!
So it's possible your guests may wish to reduce their sugar levels upon arrival. And choose something towards the bitter range of alcohol-free beverages.
There are lots of non-alcoholic options for sugar-free scenarios.
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Then again, your healthy lifestyle guests could feel inclined to indulge their sweet tooth just this once.
And why not? You've got that one covered too (and won't tell!) 🤨😆
One of the largest providers of decent alcohol-free drinks is Lyre's. And they've developed quite a range of recipes to explore.
Check out their Easter-themed selection with particular guests and tastes in mind: 13 Delicious Non-Alcoholic Easter Drinks
Or how about a Neat non-alcoholic Easter drinks session?
If your guests have tastes inclined towards straightforward spirits - the best alcohol-free substitutes ask only for an ice-bucket these days!
(maybe a slice of lemon too but you get the gist)
Alcohol-free attempts at alternatives to top tipples, like rum, gin and vodka, have been around for ages.
But their sophistication is improving every year.
And it's well worth keeping an eye out for the best.
Naturally, tastes will differ. And therein lies a game of guessing whether some spirits may even contain alcohol at all . . .
Which isn't as unlikely as it sounds.
After all, certain spirits are almost undrinkable without a hefty dose of tonic water, or other dilutants and flavours!
While the dedication to excellence of alcohol-free distillers has become an award-winning aspect of their craft.
And inevitably so.
Because the stakes carry a glaring risk.
Of blends being dismissed as second-rate, over-priced versions of soft drinks!
And besides, their sense of challenge has seen innovative companies strive for the very highest standards.
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| Celebrity cocktail perfectionist Carl Anthony Brown in his element! |
Take CROSSIP: founded by expert bar tender Carl Anthony Brown. With the aim of combining a sensory drinking experience with exquisite tastes.
His company has pioneered the process of maceration (soaking, softening and extracting botanical elements) to enhance their natural flavours. It's a more potent way of obtaining the fullest mouthfeel than traditional distillation methods.
A challenger brand with bucket loads of sass! CROSSIP are on to a few winning formulas that merit Easter exploration . . .
And let's not forget another element of these occasions.
The family aspect of Easter gatherings.
Every year - curious kids, demanding awkward alibis from tipsy adults!
So it's one less niggle to moderate when you're not on the naughty stuff all day!
Free to be alcohol-free (or otherwise!) over Easter
You know that ritual at the end of hosting a really successful Easter gathering?
(at the very end)
When it's time to bid your goodbyes.
Or try to!
Those agonising efforts striving to pack the overly-entertained on their all-too-merry way . . .
And how even the best of friendships strain at the doorway!
So maybe try a slightly different approach this Easter.
Something nice and simple.
Instead of topping up their glasses with alcohol all afternoon - just alternate the units with 0% refills.
Slow things down a little.
Chances are your guests will hardly notice the difference. And probably welcome it.
Especially, if you're worse for wear than themselves and less receptive to signals that request sobriety!
That way, you'll all be able to catch up more often. And not take until next Easter to recover from your fulsome round of entertainments! 😉
John Gilheany is a niche Non-Alcoholic Drinks Copywriter available for marketing campaigns at: 'A dash of Tonic!' Copywriting Service
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