How to Create a Speakeasy Atmosphere:
To create a true speakeasy atmosphere, choose a hidden location for your bar and make it difficult for outsiders to find. Build a hidden entrance with a bookshelf that slides open or use curtains to cover windows and doors. Require a password or secret knock to gain entry. Add vintage decor like reclaimed wood, brick walls, antique glassware, and dim lighting to transport guests back in time. Give your speakeasy a catchy, memorable name with puns or alliteration to convey secrecy.
Focus on transporting patrons to another era with the ambiance. No TVs that disturb the atmosphere. A speakeasy bar generates money from drinks sold to customers. Some offer additional entertainment, food, or games. Pricing varies based on location, ingredients, and overhead. In smaller cities, expect $12 per cocktail before tip. Industry experts suggest planning to break even by year three, with average weekly revenue between $20,000-30,000.
How to Decorate Like a Speakeasy:
Speakeasies received their name from police officers who had trouble locating the bars due to the fact that people tended to speak quietly while inside the bars. Decorating like a speakeasy is actually quite simple. Start by adding an area rug that’s done in dark colors and an impressive chandelier to add a nice touch of glamour to the room. If you have a bar, use antique furniture and add a few leather chairs and stools.
10 Tips for Hosting a Speakeasy Party:
- Dapper up – every single person in the room must look the part.
- Speakeasy is a quiet deal – the light is dark and secrets are whispered.
The possibilities with a speakeasy room are endless and only limited by imagination. With the right setup, it’s a great place to gather and relax.
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