BYOB etiquette at Miami lifestyle clubs?
First time going to a Miami club and I see they're almost all BYOB. What's the deal? Do we bring a full bottle? Does the club provide mixers? Can we bring beer? Seems like a unique setup compared to clubs in other cities.
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BYOB is standard at almost every lifestyle club in Florida due to liquor licensing. Here's how it works at Miami Velvet specifically:
- Bring a sealed bottle of whatever you drink — vodka, tequila, whiskey, wine, whatever. They'll label it with your name and keep it behind the bar.
- The club provides mixers, ice, cups, and sodas — all included in your cover charge.
- Beer and seltzers are fine too, bring a 6-pack or 12-pack.
- Don't bring bottom-shelf stuff if you want to share with other couples. A decent mid-range bottle goes a long way socially.
- Some couples bring a cooler with pre-made cocktails.
Honestly, BYOB ends up being way cheaper than buying drinks at a regular nightclub. A $30 bottle of vodka lasts us the whole night vs. spending $200 at a bar.
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One thing to add — don't overdo it. The biggest mistake newcomers make in Miami clubs is drinking too much because the booze is free-flowing. Pace yourselves. The night is long (most people stay until 3-4am) and you want to actually enjoy the experience. Bring a bottle but also bring water bottles.