Effortless hosting? It’s a fine art. And one we think we might’ve cracked. See we just love good company. And we do our best to be it. No endless to-do lists. Or last-minute panic dashes to the shops. Just easy wins. For maximum wow factor. And minimum stress.

Consider this a gentle nudge – host that cocktail party you’ve been meaning to. And the easy bit? Hosting with MOTH. No faff. No fuss. Just you – actually enjoying your own party.

Pause that bartending course. There’ll be no shakers needed. And absolutely no need to spend weeks hunting down obscure spirits. Our cocktails come ready as you are. With award-winning spirits, real fruit and spices. For that just-made taste, with absolutely none of the washing up.

Keep it casual and serve out the can. Or go fancy in your fave glass – with a garnish too? Top marks for you. Read all about our garnish tips and tricks here.

Our top tip? Serve them ice-ice-cold baby.

Our trick for hosting a cocktail party without losing your cool? Go simples – with a no-frills approach. A playlist, a clean counter and drinks that take care of themselves. For more time catching up.

• Pick a theme? If that’s your thing. Go tropical with Piña Colada. Or vintage glam with Pink Gin Fizz.
  
  
• Snacks? Light as butterflies. For maximum mingling. We love salty crisps, olives – anything dippable.
  
  
• Set the mood. Scented candles. A few lamps. We’re big on the glow – something to do with our namesake. But no big lights here, please. Just you and your fave people, laughing in the kitchen. 

This part’s all you. Your party, your rules. But if you’re asking? We’d say…

Low lighting. A record player crackling. Or Spotify – playing this. Pull up a stool – talk forever over Negronis?

Or a neon halo. Club classics on max – sounds like this. It’s Studio 54 with a Cosmopolitan in hand. If you close your eyes.

A few drinks pairing ideas to start you off. Think about balancing flavours, enhancing tastes. Go low-lift with a picky, buffet spread.

• MOTH: Margarita – Zingy, bright, goes beautifully with spice. Black bean tacos. BBQ chicken. Or a salsa with a kick?
  
  
• MOTH: Negroni – Bold, bitter, made for aperitivo. Olives. Salty crackers. Prosciutto folded just-so. Read all about the art of aperitivo here.
  
  
• MOTH: Espresso Martini – Smooth and bittersweet. Pour it over vanilla ice cream – for a rich treat. Or pair with chocolate brownies. Let indulgence unfold.

Impress without the stress – create a self-serve moment:

1. Fill up a big bucket with lots of ice. Add in your MOTHs.
2. Add glasses, garnishes, ice to serve.
3. Bonus points for handwritten signs. With some tasting notes. Who knew you were a pro?

Make your own mix of crowd-pleasers. Bundle up on single, mixed or occasion packs. Bold, bright, rich? Take your pick.

Here’s ours:

• MOTH: Mojito – Cool, fresh. Like seawater evaporating off your skin
• MOTH: Piña Colada - Tastes like pink Puerto Rico skies.
• MOTH: Old Fashioned – Complex. Straight-to-it. A slow sipper.
• MOTH: Espresso Martini – Dessert’s best friend.
  
• MOTH: Margarita – A classic. Enough said.

All ready-to-drink. All full-strength. All unbelievably delicious.

The takeaway? Hosting a cocktail party can be a casual affair too. Do it your way. Friends round. Candles lit. Sip on something ice-cold.

And if you’re wondering what made it all feel so easy? Well – that’s MOTH.

Get these details nailed down, and you’re set for a dreamy occasion. From weekends away. To wild nights out. A little planning goes a long way. Cheers to an unforgettable hen.