Shake Up The Season: Your Guide to the Ultimate Holiday Party Bar Cart
Hey there, holiday cheermeisters! Are you ready to sleigh your holiday parties with a bar cart that’s more lit than your Christmas tree? I’m here to spill the tea (and not the drinks) on how to curate a dashing holiday bar cart that is as fabulous as your ugly Christmas sweater!
In this article, you will learn how to select a cart that showcases your unique style, as well as how to decorate it for your holiday soiree to Insta-worthy perfection!
Let’s turn that ho-ho-ho into oh-oh-so stunning!
Make it Pop with a Signature Sip
Every bar cart needs a star attraction, and for your holiday whobilation, it’s all about that signature drink. Whether it’s a bubbly champagne concoction or a cozy spiked cider, pick a potion that screams ‘holiday cheer’.
Pro tip: Make it something simple, so you’re not playing bartender all night. Remember, you want to be mingling, not muddling!
For more ideas, tips, and tricks in selecting the perfect signature holiday cocktail, please visit the Velvet & Pine home page to schedule an appointment with me today!
Jingle All The Way to the Perfect Cart
Roll in with style– and I don’t mean in Santa’s sleigh. Find a cart that speaks to you. Choose a vintage, modern, or minimalist approach, but remember, it’s not just a drink station, it’s a statement piece! So whether you’re repurposing an old bookshelf or wheeling in a gilded cart, make sure it vibes with your unique style!
Need advice on which bar cart is for you? Click here to schedule an appointment with Velvet & Pine’s very own Heather Randall, our lead designer and expert in helping you find your new signature showpiece!
Dress it up: Deck the Halls and the Cart
It’s all about creating a cozy nook that beckons your guests for another round. Begin with a blank canvas and layer it up– think garland wrapped in twinkle lights, mini Christmas trees, and all the holiday flair you can muster. Add height and dimension using cake stands (perfect for showcasing that fruitcake no one eats), and don’t forget the mistletoe– wink, wink!
Spirit-ed Selections: Stock Your Bar Like a Pro
Variety is the spice of life– and your bar cart! From velvety vodkas to rich rums, offer a range of options to please every palate. And let’s not forget the non-alcoholic nog for those who are just here for the cookies. Get creative with your display– decanters add a dash of class, and themed stirrers? Chef’s kiss!
Hear those sleigh bells jingling with these trendy Jingle Bell Drink Stirrers from Amazon!
Glassware Glamour and Bar Tool Bling
Provide all the essentials your guests will need to sip in style! From wine glasses that sparkle to rocks glasses that rock, make sure your arsenal serves up everything from mistletoe martinis to eggnog extravaganzas. And those bar tools? They are the elves of your bar cart! Shakers, jiggers, spoons, and wine openers– all within an arm’s reach for that impromptu cocktail magic!
Visit the links below for some festive glassware and bar tool inspiration!
Shop Crate & Barrel vibrant glassware and holiday entertaining
Snack, Garnish, Repeat
No guest should ever wander in search of nibbles and snacks. Scatter bowls of seasoned pretzels and nuts across your cart like culinary confetti. Don’t forget those cocktail cherries, olives, and lemons twists– because a drink without a garnish is like a tree without ornaments!
Other festive drink garnishes to incorporate in your holiday bar cart include:
Salt and crushed candy canes (for glass rims)
Oranges
Cinnamon sticks
Rosemary
Cranberries
Star anise
Host with the Most
Your job? To be the life of the party and ensure your guests have the most wonderful time (of the year!) Set up your bar cart for self-service success– label everything, chill the mixers to North Pole perfection, and then go rock around the Christmas tree!
Consider these Mini Chalkboard Labels from Amazon to make your bar cart extra cozy, yet functional!
Pro tip: Place your bar cart strategically. It should be close enough to the action without being in the way of mingling guests!
Wrap It Up with a Bow (or a Bourbon)
You’ve mixed, mingled, and jingled all the way! As we bring our sleigh to a stop, remember that the ultimate holiday party bar cart is about creating joy, crafting memories, and serving up a good time. So raise a glass and let’s toast to a Christmas season filled with good cheer and even better drinks; and may your holiday soiree be as merry as your bar cart creation! Happy hosting!
With Love,
Kate Mathiesen