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Bevs, Bites and More! Everything You Need to Take Happy Hour Home

Jae Marie
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August 15, 2022
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It is 5 o’clock somewhere! Log off from work, relax and enjoy the happiest of hours – from home. Chill out – literally, with apps and sips made by the best chef and bartender in the house – YOU! We found our favorite at-home happy hour essentials to have on hand.

It’s a Vibe

The most important part of any unwinding session – whether solo or with others, is the ambiance. Music, lights, scents – make it all happen. A playlist can and will set the tone, from 90s R&B to today’s hits. Start off with something fun and upbeat like Queen Bey’s latest, and end the night with some lit candles and a slow throwback.

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What’s on the Menu?

A flatbread is the easiest way to get creative and experiment in the kitchen. Just get a pre-made crust that only needs to be baked. Add any favorites – from banana peppers to crispy onions, sausage, or a fresh mozzarella and Italian seasoning. My favorite recipe? A drizzle of olive oil, Monterey Jack cheese, grilled chicken, cilantro, red onion, and a drizzle of BBQ and ranch sauces.

CREDIT: Antony Trivet/Pexels

A Fruity Sip

Kick off with a nice cold beverage. For something a bit fruity, Barefoot Fruitscato somes in a variety of flavors like Apple, Pineapple, Blueberry, Strawberry and more. Coming in at 7.5 percent, it is a sweet and lighter sip to have on hand. We are also huge fans of a sparkling beverage in the summer. Wine down with a red or white, or shake up a favorite spirit and mixer, garnished with a fruit wedge for presentation.

CREDIT: Rachel Claire/Pexels

Mix it Up

Happy hour and drinks do not have to mean alcohol or just a soda. There are plenty of zero proof options to sip on. Check out Surely Sparkling Rosé. Unlike other non-alcoholic options, it actually delivers that true fruity wine flavor we are used to with traditional options. How? Because it is real wine, just with the alcohol removed using a special process.

CREDIT: Surely Wines

Cheers to That

It is all about the presentation! Dirty, chipped or scratched glasses are not it. Have the right tools on hand, like a nice set of matching glassware. Red white, or stemless glasses might be made with wine in mind, but can hold any cocktail or mocktail just as well. Available at Target.

CREDIT: Ketut Subiyanto/Pexels

A Sweet Treat

Charcuterie is always a must-have for happy hour, but it does not always have to be cheese, meat and crackers. Consider a dessert board. Cookies, chocolate covered strawberries or pretzels, brownie bites, waffles and other goodies are the perfect way to end the evening.

CREDIT: Danik Prihodko/Pexels
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Jae Marie is a New York City-based writer who covers all things food, drink, beauty, travel and lifestyle. When she's not writing, she can be found on the hunt for the city's best mojito or cup of hot chocolate. You can follow her blog, By Jae Marie, for more adventures around town.
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