Hosting Tips & Inspiration

At KSESTOR, we believe hosting is an art — and every detail should reflect that. Our blog is your go-to resource for creative ideas, practical tips, and inspiring setups that help you elevate every gathering. Whether you're planning a wedding champagne tower, a backyard cocktail party, or an intimate brunch at home, we're here to help you host with confidence and style.
Browse our latest guides and find the inspiration you need to create moments your guests will never forget!

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  • August 06, 2026
Cold Brew and Iced Coffee Flights: A Buying Guide for Cafés

Cafés are selling cold brew and iced coffee flights at $11 to $20, and the specialty coffee equipment channel stocks...

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  • August 06, 2026
Flight Boards for Bars and Restaurants: Specs, Case Packs and Trade Pricing

Everything an operator needs to specify a flight board: glass capacity, dishwasher status, well sizing, replacement glasses, shipping and volume...

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  • August 06, 2026
What a Flight Board Costs vs What a Flight Sells For

Flights sell for $11 to $32 across brunch, wine, margarita and coffee menus. A complete four-glass station costs $27.99 at...

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  • August 06, 2026
How to Add Mimosa Flights to Your Brunch Menu: An Operator's Guide

Mimosa flights run $16 to $32 on US brunch menus and no foodservice distributor stocks the equipment. What to charge,...

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  • August 05, 2026
The Espresso Martini Tree: What Restaurants Charge and What It Costs to Run

Named US restaurants are selling espresso martini trees at $35 to $125 a ticket. What they charge, how the service...

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  • August 05, 2026
Tasting Room Drink Displays: A Buying Guide for Wineries and Breweries

What the wine trade pays for drink and flight display, how many pieces a tasting bar needs, and trade pricing...

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  • August 05, 2026
Should Event Planners Buy or Rent Drink Display Stands?

The break-even maths on owning drink display, how many stations a guest count needs, and trade pricing for planners and...

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  • August 05, 2026
Drink Display Inventory for Mobile Bars and Event Rental Companies

What champagne walls rent for, how much drink display inventory a mobile bar or rental company needs, and the payback...

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  • August 05, 2026
Cocktail Tree Stands for Bars and Restaurants: What Holds Up to Service

An operator's guide to cocktail tree stands: where they earn their place in a venue, where they do not, what...

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Image of Mimosa bar on a marble console with a KSESTOR cocktail tree stand holding twelve mimosas, three juice carafes, sparkling wine in a gold cooler and garnish bowls
  • August 05, 2026
How to Set Up a Mimosa Bar: The Complete Checklist (2026)

Everything you need for a mimosa bar: how much sparkling wine and juice to buy, which glasses to use, how...

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  • August 05, 2026
Best Cocktail Tree Stand for a Bridal Shower (2026 Guide)

How to choose a cocktail tree stand for a bridal shower: how many stands you need, which glassware fits, what...

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  • April 16, 2026
Best Cocktail Tree Stand for Weddings & Parties (2026 Guide)

A cocktail tree stand is a tiered display that holds individual cocktail glasses in a vertical "tree" formation — giving...

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  • April 15, 2026
Best Champagne Tower Set for a Wedding: How to Choose the Right One

A champagne tower is one of those details that instantly transforms a wedding from beautiful to unforgettable. The cascade of...

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  • April 15, 2026
The Complete Guide to Champagne Towers: Everything You Need to Know (2026)

A champagne tower is a pyramid of stacked coupe glasses where champagne is poured from the top and cascades down...

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  • April 09, 2026
How Many Glasses Do You Need for a Champagne Tower? (Use Our Free Calculator)

How Many Glasses Do You Need for a Champagne Tower? (Use Our Free Calculator) Planning a champagne tower is one...

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  • March 12, 2025
The Best Flights of Whiskey: A Guide for Enthusiasts and Beginners

When it comes to savoring whiskey, the experience is just as important as the drink itself. Whether you're a seasoned...

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  • February 25, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Cocktail Tree Stand

Discover essential tips for selecting the ideal cocktail tree stand. Enhance your gatherings with the perfect setup. Read the guide...

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  • August 08, 2024
Guess the Cocktail: A Fun and Interactive Game Night Idea

If you’re looking to add some excitement to your next gathering, why not try a game where your guests guess...

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  • August 08, 2024
Elevate Date Night with a Cocktail Flight Board Experience

Date nights at home don’t have to be ordinary. In fact, with a little creativity and a cocktail flight board,...

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  • August 08, 2024
Host a Themed Cocktail Tasting Party at Home with a Cocktail Flight Board

Are you looking to impress your guests with a unique and interactive party experience? Hosting a themed cocktail tasting party...

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  • August 05, 2024
The Essential Accessory: Why You Need a Custom Fit Dust Cover for Your Bartesian Cocktail Machine

Introduction Protecting your Bartesian cocktail machine is crucial to maintaining its performance and longevity. A custom-fit dust cover is the...

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