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Outdoor Setups
Inevitably , winter brings the colder weather and more often than not some rain . But , while you may need to wrap up , you can still host an elegant alfresco cocktail party at any time of day from the comfort of your own garden . For evening parties , an integrated fire pit or patio heater bar works brilliantly – a flickering flame will feel cosy and romantic . Guests can sit up at the bar and embrace the outdoor ambience without feeling freezing too . Opt for gas fuelled designs ; they ’ re quick , easy and smoke free . Investments like this can be expensive however , and are still of course weather dependent .
For a truly exclusive experience , mix up your outdoor cocktail endeavours this festive season with a makeshift setup . Create your own rustic-inspired , stylish cocktail tray that you can take anywhere with you . Style a wooden serving tray with metal shaker , elegant glasses and jugs of pre-mixed cocktails for your guests – and don ’ t forget the ice bucket ! Dress the seated area with lots of soft furnishings in different fabrics and textures and never forget everyone ’ s favourite accompaniment - the bar snacks . Be adventurous and pitch up under the stars with no set rules ; the laissez faire nature of it all is the joy of having a mobile bar .
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