party possibilities
Summer Soirees
August 2008
in this issue
:: Refreshing Summer Party Drinks
:: More Beverage Ideas
:: About posh parties, LLC
:: Next Month's Issue
 
As promised, this month's issue of party possibilities is about Summer Soirees - or rather, drink recipes for your next summer party.  I'm a huge advocate of serving a 'house' drink, like the beverages suggested below, along with beer and wine, in lieu of a full bar when entertaining at home, and I love it when little details - like drinks - support the party theme to create a great experience!  Cheers!  
Refreshing Summer Party Drinks
 
To help you beat the heat while entertaining this month, I've compiled a few drink recipes to complement a variety of summer party themes.  Click on the drink name to go to the recipe.  For simplicity, I've selected recipes that yield many servings, which is best for preparing ahead and offering on a self-serve bar.
 
08.08.08 I Summer Olympics
Cheer on "Team USA" with a pitcher of American Punch, made with bourbon, America's 'distinctive liquor' as passed by Congress in 1964. 
 
New England Clambake
Host a luxurious beach party (sans sand) and enjoy a refreshing glass of Watermelonade with your favorite coastal entree.
 
Tex-Mex BBQ
They do everything BIG in Texas so for your next BBQ, serve Lime Beer Cocktails in a 16 oz. Mason Drinking Jar with handle and lots of ice!
 
South Beach  Cocktails
For this sophisticated soiree, I envision transforming your pool deck into an ultra-sleek night club with all-white furniture (locally available for rental).  A mojito is the only refreshing beverage option! 
 
Hawaiian Luau 
Create a tropical oasis by serving fruit smoothies in a coconut cup from a tiki bar.  Smoothies are easy to make but I recommend hiring a local company to blend tasty Pina Coladas for your next party.    
More Beverage Ideas 
 
Impromptu gatherings happen a lot in the summer.  Two additional ideas are:
 
Keep a ziplock bag of seasonal fruit in the freezer; serve in pitchers of ice tea or lemonade.  My favorite is a medley of frozen berries with Crystal Light Raspberry Ice Tea.  It's so refreshing!  

Another trick is to freeze pureed fruit in ice cube trays.  When company arrives, pour a chilled, dry wine over a few cubes.  It's like instant sangria!  

About posh parties, LLC
 
Created for people who enjoy entertaining and celebrating life's special occasions, posh parties, LLC is a full service professional party planning firm.
 
Services include:
  • Event Design
  • Party Planning & Coordination
  • On-site/Day-of Event Management

for all types of celebrations, such as:

  • Milestone Birthdays
  • Children's Birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Retirement
  • Baby Showers & Welcome Parties
  • Bridal Showers & Rehearsal Dinners
  • Holiday Gatherings
  • Just-because Cocktail Parties ... and more!

If you are entertaining in the near future, I invite you to contact me to assist in the planning of your special occasion. With over 10 years of professional party planning experience, I make entertaining effortless and enjoyable!
Next Month's Issue
The next issue of party possibilities will focus on Hiring a Professional Party Planner.
Ashleigh Dorfman, CSEP
professional party planner
posh parties, LLC
703.476.6530