08/28/2026
Behind the Bar Friday 🍸
Long bar lines usually are not caused by guests drinking too much—they are caused by a menu that is too complicated for the setup.
The biggest slowdowns are often:
• Too many drink options
• Cocktails with several steps or ingredients
• Not enough bartenders for the guest count
• A bar layout that was not planned for the menu
A smaller, thoughtfully planned menu helps bartenders work faster while still giving guests great choices.
What matters more to you at a wedding: more drink options or shorter lines?