Be a Responsible Host

When you’re hosting a party or an event, it goes without saying that alcohol will be served. However, if you’re not responsible, your guests good time could turn sour very quickly. To ensure that everyone stays safe and healthy throughout your event, your should plan a process for preventing overindulgence and make sure you’re covered when it comes to liquor liability. We have tips on how to be a responsible host: Hire an insured Bartender To prevent alcohol becoming the reason for anyone coming to harm or inflicting property damage, you should think about hiring a professional. Bartenders have been trained to notice the early signs of intoxication, so when someone has had too much to drink, they’ll know what to do. But that’s not the only reason why hiring a bartender is the best choice. The company you hire should have liquor liability insurance coverage, so you’d be covered in case of any accidents. Insured bartenders are a must because, without one, you as the host would be legally responsible for any accidents and all damages Make sure no one drives home after drinking As the host, you can encourage your guests to pick a designated driver who won’t drink for that evening and will be responsible for taking a few people from their group to home. If someone drives to your party and drinks too much or seems too tired to drive at the end of the night, arrange a ride with a sober guest or call them a cab. To be able to keep track of things, it helps to limit your alcohol intake. Remember to take it easy with the constant refills and don’t pressure your guests to drink, especially if they are already intoxicated. Serve Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages Ingesting alcohol on an empty stomach is not a great idea, so make sure to serve food as well. Eating helps counter the effects of alcohol, as well as drinking water and other non-alcoholic beverages. Not everyone will want to drink alcohol, but that doesn’t mean they can’t have a fancy drink. Mocktails are an excellent choice for a non-alcoholic beverage since they have the flavor and the aesthetic of cocktails, but without the risks carried by alcohol consumption. They’re especially attractive to temporary abstainers who usually enjoy cocktails but can’t drink due to particular circumstances.