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Wine and Beer Tasting at Home Checklist

Preparation checklist for hosting wine or beer tasting events at home.

What this tool does

Preparation checklist for hosting wine or beer tasting events at home.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 4 groups and 15 items.

  • Choose and buy (3 items): Select a handful of wines or beers with variety (different styles, regions, or breweries); Purchase appropriate glassware (wine glasses or beer glasses for each style); Print or share background info on each selection
  • Serving (4 items): Chill white wines and beers to a suitable serving temperature; Bring red wines to a suitable serving temperature; Create a tasting order (light to bold, dry to sweet); Label bottles with numbers for blind tasting (optional)
  • Food and water (3 items): Set up palate cleansers (plain crackers, bread, or water); Prepare small bites or cheese pairings; Prepare water glasses for each guest
  • Setup and guests (5 items): Prepare tasting notes sheets or scorecards for guests; Have pen and paper available for notes; Set up dump buckets or spit cups for tasters; Arrange tasting area with adequate lighting; Plan how guests will get home without driving, or where they can stay

Tip: Start with the selection and glassware, then leave setup for the day of the event. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list. It does not know your guests, drinks or space.
  • It does not give serving temperatures or amounts. Check the guidance for the drinks you buy.
  • It does not cover the law on alcohol where you live, such as the legal drinking age. Check the rules that apply to you and your guests.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Does it work out how much to buy?
A: No. It does not ask about guest numbers or calculate quantities. Decide amounts yourself.
Q: Can I use it for non-alcoholic tastings?
A: Yes. Most items still apply if you swap in non-alcoholic drinks and adjust the serving items yourself.
Q: Does it suggest which drinks or foods to pair?
A: No. It lists preparation steps only, with no drink or pairing recommendations.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes. They are saved in your browser on this device and do not follow you to another device or browser.

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