By: Stacey Kearney
Looking to set up a cannabis bar at home?
2020 will reign in living memory as the year bars and clubs globally shut their doors owing to a global health pandemic.
Never has such a year had such a seismic shift on our social lives and how we interact with our friends.
On the flipside of this; home bar set-ups, drink carts and garden barbecues have all enjoyed a massive boost in popularity.
Interaction is important, we all crave the chance to socialize and interact with our friends after a long week at work.
Throw a bit of D.I.Y. and creativity into the mix and you could be setting up a pretty impressive alcohol or cannabis bar at home…
How to Set Up a Cannabis Bar at Home
What is a cannabis bar?
Drink carts and homemade bars have been increasing in popularity for some time now.
People have undertaken the challenge of D.I.Y. projects at home to allow for a social escape in the evenings.
Garden sheds have been converted into man caves, stylish gin bars have been carefully created from scratch to allow for lazy summer evenings spent relaxing in the garden.
The versatility of such creations means that these homemade bars not only cater to social drinkers but also recreational smokers who want to incorporate a chill space into their home. Cue the cannabis bar.
Where to start with an at-home cannabis bar?
Luckily for those mindful of price it is not going to be a costly exercise to finance such a project.
You would surprise yourself with how quickly and efficiently things come together in finalizing a D.I.Y. project so it will not cost an arm and a leg.
The most important thing is to firstly compile a list of all necessary products and purchases and which stores will offer the best value range for you to choose from. This will be a good base to start from.
How to stock a cannabis bar at home
The range of products can vary from various strains of cannabis, CBD-infused cocktails, vapes, grinders and the all important snacks to keep the munchies at bay!
It is a personalized project which should reflect one’s personal preference and taste so keep that in mind when stocking your bar.
How to build a cannabis bar
The most important components are seating, shelving, tables and products to stock the bar itself.
It is important to consider the logistics of where to build the bar itself and would be wise to keep it out of direct sunlight in a cooler corner of your home.
Homeware giants like IKEA are great at providing cost effective, quality D.I.Y. materials and stock a great range of shelving.
Jars, glassware and all relevant utensils should be considered when making a purchase.
For those interested in CBD-infused cocktails then cocktail shakers, glasses and straws are important buys.
Regular snacks and drinks should also be catered for, especially when the munchies start to take effect!
Interior stores and online homeware retailers stock a really good range of stylish bar carts.
It pays to shop around, so second hand stores and online giants such as EBAY and Amazon should provide a wide range at a good price-point.
How to decorate a cannabis bar
Probably the best part of any project! Designing and adding a personal touch to accommodate for personal taste.
With a project like this you can be as plain or outlandish as you like! Color is important at setting the tone for mood, green and brown hues can help aid a chill, feel-good vibe.
Flowers and potted plants would be an awesome addition for decoration. Posters and pictures can also be used to enhance the vibe and add a personal touch.
Simplicity can benefit the chill vibe and it’s best not to go too overboard with design.
How to find decoration ideas
Image sharing platforms like Pinterest are great for researching content, ideas and seeing examples of homemade cannabis bars.
They can help provide useful tips on color schemes, decoration inspo, products to buy etc.
Be sure to invest time in researching content and experimenting with different ideas before deciding on a definite course of action.
Cannabis bars outside of the home
Cannabis bars do not just have to be exclusive to the home as pop-up bars are becoming increasingly popular and lucrative to the events market.
Parties, weddings and various gatherings now play host to a pop-up bar of some kind…be it a gin bar, wine bar or even a sweet fix/candy cart; the appeal is at all time high so why not cater for the cannabis market should the popularity be there?
As with anything, if time and money is invested wisely in getting the product just right, your homemade cannabis bar can be a success and worthwhile addition to any home or event.
So for anyone who would like to blend their love of D.I.Y. and cannabis, this seems the perfect project to utilize and indulge your time in.
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Stacey Kearney is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.