Mid-week gatherings are all about low-pressure fun. You want to see your friends and break up the monotonous Monday-to-Friday work grind, but nobody wants to stay out late or deal with a heavy hangover at their desk on Thursday morning. Inviting three or four friends over for a casual board game night or console session is the ideal solution.

To keep the game moving without constant interruptions, set up a self-serve drinks table near the game board. Place a small tabletop ice bucket stocked with light craft beers, crisp lagers, and cans of flavored sparkling water.

Offering low-alcohol, highly refreshing drinks keeps everyone focused on the strategy, ensures prep time takes under five minutes, and guarantees that everyone leaves early feeling relaxed and ready for the rest of the work week.

From the Beeva range: Little Creatures Pale Ale for the table-side ice bucket.