Set the bar before the doorbell rings. Put glasses where people can reach them, move ice into a clean bucket or freezer bin, cut citrus, and choose one easy opening drink. Place water nearby and keep a towel within reach. You do not need a full menu. You need a first move, a tidy surface, and enough structure to stay present with your guests.
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How to Set Up a Home Bar Before Guests Arrive
Before guests arrive, set out glassware, chill what needs chilling, prepare ice, and decide the first drink.
