Supplies Checklist:
bus tub of bar tools: jiggers, peeler, bar mats, squeeze bottles, liquor pourers, shaker cups, Hawthorne strainer, bar spoon
wine stoppers
Prosecco stopper
wine key
wine selections
liquor selections
additional liquor for classic cocktails
bitters
16 oz. cups
12 oz. cups
9 oz. cups
pitchers
umbrellas (for slushies)
paper straws
juices
sodas
fruit + jars
bar rags
sani bucket
Instructions to set up the Yard Bar:
Bus tub with bar tools is in the beer trough.
Turn on CO2 gas (to the left of the ice bin).
Take the nipples off the taps & put in water cup. Make sure taps are labeled correctly.
Stock rags.
Put folded rag to the right of the taps. Stock 16 oz cups and 9 oz cups there for easy access.
Put folded rag to the left of the taps. Stock 12 oz cups for slushies there.
Have barback fill slushie machine with juices. Turn on.
Open paper umbrellas and put in pitcher for quick access.
Turn on light in fridge.
Stock selected cans either in fridge (winter) or in beer trough (summer)
Stock selected bottled beer in fridge.
Display one of each beer can or bottle on shelf above trough
Check cabinet above shelving for liquor for speed rail and wine selections.
Get well liquor for Standard Bar Package or Beverage Minimum:
Arette Tequila; Misguided Spirts Gin; Misguided Spirits Whiskey; Aloo Vodka; Cruzan Rum, Triple Sec; Sweet & Dry Vermouth; Campari
Get premium liquor for Premium Bar Package:
Jameson Irish Whiskey; Maker's Mark Bourbon Whiskey; Ketel One OR Tito's Vodka; Hendrick's Gin; Espolon Tequila; Gosling's Rum; Sweet & Dry Vermouth; Triple Sec; Campari; Aperol
Get two to three bottles of each wine, if needed, wine stoppers, Prosecco stopper and wine key. White, Sparkling, Orange/Rose go in fridge. Red on the left hand side of bar top. Check menus for available selections.
Stock juices (lemon; lime) and put into squeeze bottles.
Get glass "water bottles" from shelf in server station and label. Fill with Seltzer; Ginger Ale; Coke; Diet Coke; Sprite; & Tonic OR stock soda cans.
Get garnishes from MB: lime wedges, lemon wedges, whole orange; whole lemon.
Set up bar mat on bar with garnishes and juices.
Fill ice bin. Make sure ice scoop is there.
Fill ice trough.
Fill sani bucket with hot sani.
Put POS on top of bar. Wipe down. Make sure cords are untangled. Check printer.
Put credit card box within easy reach underneath counter.
Have shaker cups or glasses ready for receipts and make sure you have plenty of pens.
Put up chalkboard menu (if applicable).
Put printed Yard Bar menus on easels on bar top.
Take down large "Order Inside" sign.
Put up "Beer" "Wine" "Cocktails" "Slushies" signs.
Communicate with barback about anything you are running low on and/or need throughout the event.
Drink Packages (These will be listed on the contract under "Beverages"):
Beverage Minimum Spend: Minimum can be satisfied with a la carte drink purchases (cash bar or one tab covered by the host)
They can order absolutely anything off of the menu. Shots included.
A custom menu is there for guidance and suggestions for the guests. You should have a fully stocked bar.
Unlimited Beer Package: Rotating Selection of Threes Draft Beer
Only Threes drafts. No Cans, unless it’s in the Studio or Yard. No friends beers.
If the guest wants wine or liquor, they have to pay separately.
N/A drinks are included.
Unlimited Beer & Wine Package: Rotating Selection of Threes Draft Beer + 1 Red, 1 White, and 1 Sparkling Wine
This includes Threes drafts only. No cans, unless it’s in the Studio or Yard. No friends beers.
Wine is just one red, white, and prosecco. No rose. No orange.
If the guest wants liquor, they have to pay separately.
N/A drinks are included.
Unlimited Standard Full Bar Package: Rotating Selection of Threes Draft Beer + 1 Red, 1 White, and 1 Sparkling Wine + Full Standard Open Bar and Classic Cocktails
This includes Threes drafts only. No cans. No friends beers.
Wine is one red, one white, & prosecco. No rose. No orange.
House liquors: Arette Tequila; Aloo Vodka; Misguided Spirits Gin; Cruzan Rum; Misguided Spirits Whiskey
Classic Cocktails: margarita; old fashioned; one and one cocktails
No specialty cocktails included and must be purchased separately from the Main Bar.
No shots are included and must be purchased separately.
N/A drinks are included.
Unlimited Premium Full Bar Package : Threes Draft & Packaged Beer + Complete Wine Selection + Full Premium Open Bar and Classic Cocktails
This includes Threes drafts, cans, and bottles. No friends.
Every wine is available. All whites, reds, oranges, sparkling, and rose.
Premium liquors are: Ketel One or Tito’s Vodka; Jameson Irish Whiskey; Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whiskey or Four Roses; Hendrick’s Gin; Espolon Tequila; Gosling's Rum
All classic cocktails: margarita; old fashioned; martinis, manhattans, negronis, etc.
No specialty cocktails included and must be purchased separately from the Main Bar.
Shots are not included and must be purchased separately.
N/A drinks are included.
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Package: N/A Drinks!