Every bride wants to know how to save on her bar bill. The answer definitely isn't to skip the bar all together (unless your religion frowns upon it or the B&G are both in AA)! Here's some hints to help save you a couple bucks on your bar:
~Skip the full bar
Providing only beer, wine and a couple of signature cocktails will cut your bill in half.
~BYOB
No, I'm not talking about asking your guests to bring their own booze......gasp! I'm talking about choosing a site that allows you to bring in your own alcohol. Most event planners will even help you make a shopping list.
~Tray service
Have the catering staff serve champagne & wine from trays. This way will allow you to buy less expensive brands without worrying who's reading labels.
~Work with the catering staff
Ask that the servers only clear empty glasses. Most times guests put down their drink for a minute to dance or go to the restroom only to have it snatched by a waiter clearing the tables.
~Open bottles as you need them
Ask the bartender to only open bottles as they use them. This will allow you to return bottles that you don't use.
~Time it Right
AVOID overtime if you are locked into a resort bar. This can create a very large bar bill that you didn't already have budgeted.
CHEERS!
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