Planning ice for a party is easier when you separate what goes into glasses, shakers, coolers and reserve. Use this practical guide to estimate the right amount for 10, 20, 30 or 50 guests.

How Much Ice Do You Need for a Party? A Practical Guide for 10–50 Guests

Three ingredients, one rich bittersweet cocktail — but the whiskey changes the whole glass. Start with this easy 3:2:2 Boulevardier, then choose bourbon or rye depending on whether you want it rounder or spicier.

Boulevardier Recipe: Bourbon vs Rye + 3:2:2 Ratio

A cocktail can be perfectly measured and still taste slightly flat. A few drops of saline solution can sometimes soften bitterness and make citrus or fruit feel more vivid — without making the drink taste salty.

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You do not need to memorize a page of bartender rules to decide how to mix a drink. Use one shortcut: texture gets shaken, clear spirit-forward cocktails get stirred, and bubbles get added last.

Shake vs Stir Cocktails: The Simple Rule + Easy Examples

This Pandan Margarita keeps everything you love about the classic — tequila, fresh lime and a little orange — then adds pandan for a soft tropical aroma that can remind you of vanilla, coconut and toasted rice. It looks special, tastes surprisingly familiar and takes only a few minutes to shake.

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How Much Ice Do You Need for a Party? A Practical Guide for 10–50 Guests

Boulevardier Recipe: Bourbon vs Rye + 3:2:2 Ratio

A Few Drops of Salt Water Can Make a Cocktail Taste Better — Here’s Why

Shake vs Stir Cocktails: The Simple Rule + Easy Examples

Pandan Margarita: The Green Cocktail With Vanilla, Coconut & Lime Notes