How to Set Up an Iced Coffee Bar (Recipe for a Crowd) (2024)

WHAT'S IN THIS GUIDE?

When to Serve It

As I’ve mentioned, an iced coffee bar cart would be a welcome addition to any occasion. Check out these party ideas.

• Roll in a coffee bar cart to go along with the ultimate bagel bar brunch.
• Nothing is as iconic as coffee and donuts. Pair our iced coffee station with our donut bar with toppings and I guarantee you’ll get a gold star in hosting.
• This bar cart would be wonderful for a bridal shower brunch.
• Set up a dessert station complete with iced coffee and small bites like bourbon balls, double chip peanut butter cookies, and my favorite shortbread cookies.

How to Serve at a Party

We love using bar carts for everything from co*cktails, to appetizers, to desserts. It makes perfect sense to use it for an iced coffee station too! You can roll it into whatever room you want to serve it in, and it can be tucked into a small space.

1. Provide the essentials in a stylish way. Use a vintage glass coffee carafe and fill it with the prepared iced coffee. It’s such a cool piece and adds instant charm when mixed in with more modern pieces.
2. Be creative and a little outside the box with party items. Pretty Moroccan tea glasses are fun to use. They’re the perfect size, they add a touch of elegance and international flair, the gilded colors are stunning. They’re definitely unexpected!
3. Set out at least 3 flavors of creamer so guests can choose how they want to flavor their iced coffee. Pour them into small carafes and add a printed tag to indicate what each one is.
4. Add some sweet treats to the bar, like colorful macarons and doughnut holes. These work for brunch or dessert.
5. A few details like a bar sign, paper straws, and flowers help fill the space and add color.

Coffee co*cktails

These drinks are perfect for the coffee lover who wants to combine it with alcohol.

• Try this for a rich indulgent drink.
• Our is a fantastic seasonal treat.
• This Iced coffee recipe made with ice cream is dessert in a glass!

How to Make Iced Coffee

Making iced coffee for a crowd isn’t as difficult as it sounds. In fact, it’s VERY easy! Here’s what you need.

1. Brewed coffee, chilled (see directions below) – Brew coffee ahead and chill until ready to serve.
2. Skim milk to add to the base recipe.
3. Add ice cubes to a pitcher with coffee and skim milk.
4. Pour coffee mixture in a glass and add flavored coffee creamer to taste.
5. Serve with a straw for easy sipping.