TIPS + TRICKS TO HELP YOU CELEBRATE SAFELY

Whether you have lived in New Brunswick your whole life or you ‘come from away’ and now call New Brunswick your home – one thing is for sure – you know how much we love hosting. 

It’s in our nature to gather together and celebrate – and we like to celebrate often! From Halloween parties to post-game events to impromptu kitchen parties and everything else in between.

Knowing how to celebrate safely is key to any successful gathering, so we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help you plan and host your celebrations (no matter how big or small) as safely as possible.

Ready to learn how to host like a rockstar?


Tip 1 – SERVE SNACKS ALONG WITH A VARIETY OF LOW + NON-ALCOHOL BEVERAGES


Offering food (especially food that is high in protein and starch) will ensure that no one is drinking on an empty stomach.

It's also important to make sure that it’s just as easy for folks to find the sparkling water and mocktails as it is to find the bar. We recommend having lots of non-alcohol options on hand to provide ample variety.


Tip 2 – Plan for a safe way home


Know who your designated drivers are, call for taxi service, or invite your guests to stay overnight. As the host, you’ll want to keep all your party-goers safe – all night long.

HINT: Show your designated driver some extra appreciation - here are a few ideas of how to say ‘thanks’!

  • Fill their gas tank
  • Offer to take them to dinner
  • Slip them a movie gift card
  • Make them a coffee for the drive, in a nice travel mug they get to keep
  • Get them an ANBL GIFT CARD and tell them next time, you’ll drive

Tip 3 – No pressure + know your portions


Keep in mind, people are in different places with their choices around alcohol. Don’t encourage guests to drink more than they are comfortable with.

It's equally important to understand proper drink portions – especially if you’re the one standing behind the bar doubling as a mixologist for the evening.

Standard alcohol serving sizes are as follows:

  • 341ml (12oz) bottle of 5% alcohol beer, cider, or cooler
  • 43ml (1.5oz) shot of 40% hard liquor (vodka, rum, whisky, etc)
  • 142ml (5oz) glass of 12% wine

Getting together with friends and family is part of what makes life in New Brunswick so special – and by incorporating these tips, you can help keep all your celebrations both fun AND safe.

Cheers – and here’s to celebrating safely!