[header] How to set up a bar for a cocktail party [title] Decide if you want to throw a themed cocktail party, as you may want to serve themed drinks. [step] For example, if you are having a tiki cocktail party, you may want to serve a rum punch or a blue hawaiian, which require different ingredients than a normal home bar's stock. [title] Work out your budget for the cocktail party. 
[step] It is not essential that you provide a full bar. As long as you have a variety of spirits, wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks, the guests will most likely be content.