{"id":13425,"date":"2020-07-17T18:00:39","date_gmt":"2020-07-17T23:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/?p=13425"},"modified":"2023-12-12T11:22:38","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T17:22:38","slug":"to-go-cocktail-tips-and-tricks-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/to-go-cocktail-tips-and-tricks-guide","title":{"rendered":"To-Go Cocktail Tips and Tricks: A Quick Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

To-go cocktails, or carryout cocktails, have become one of the fastest-growing foodservice trends that came from necessity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With many restaurants turning to takeout and delivery options<\/a> to help generate revenue, to-go cocktails have now become a staple and instant favorite among customers and restaurant operators alike. While the concept of to-go cocktails seems pretty straightforward, there are a few key points to keep in mind before adding them to your quarantine-friendly menu.<\/p>\n

Here is a quick guide to help get you started on serving to-go cocktails.<\/p>\n

Know Your State\u2019s Liquor Laws Before Proceeding<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before you start to sell cocktails to-go, it\u2019s important that you brush up on your state\u2019s local liquor laws. While many states are\u00a0updating their liquor laws<\/a> to include to-go cocktails and other alcoholic beverages, you should know what your limits and parameters are so that you stay well within the law and are able to still hold your liquor license.<\/p>\n

Additionally, you should take necessary precautions if you are offering to-go cocktails for delivery. See what your state recommends for handling alcohol, and if you partner with a third-party delivery service<\/a>, check what their protocols are for delivering alcohol. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with anything, it\u2019s always best to err on the side of caution.<\/p>\n

Convert Best-Sellers and Classics for Takeout<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"SmallIs your restaurant or bar known for a signature drink, or have you perfected a classic? As you more than likely have done with your food menu, you should prioritize which of your best-selling cocktails<\/a> should be converted for carryout. Not only will your customers thank you for making their favorite(s) available for takeout, but the cocktails will help generate additional revenue.<\/p>\n

Not only that, but serving to-go versions of your tried and true cocktails are an easy way to transition to this format, as you know the cost, ingredients, pricing and labor that goes into them.<\/p>\n

Create New Cocktails to Offer Customers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Another option is to create new, unique cocktails that are takeout-friendly, especially if you can only obtain certain ingredients at this time. This is a great way to revamp or simplify existing cocktail recipes to offer for to-go, or to come up with fun\u2014perhaps even themed\u2014drinks to add to your menu.<\/p>\n

Make To-Go Cocktail Kits<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Not only are to-go cocktail kits easy to put together, but they\u2019re a fun, interactive way for your customers to make crafted drinks from the comfort of their own home. Cocktail kits also ensure that customers are getting the freshest possible cocktail, and gives them the opportunity to share and, ultimately, promote your restaurant on social media. You can even upload videos to your restaurant or bar\u2019s social media profiles<\/a> that walk the viewers through on how to make their own signature drink by using your kit.<\/p>\n

If you go this route, there are some important notes to keep in mind:<\/p>\n