BYOB

Liquor not provided

BYOB stands for "bring your own bottle" (or "bring your own beer" or "booze"), indicating that guests should supply their own alcoholic drinks.

It typically appears on party invitations or describes restaurants that allow patrons to bring wine: It's a BYOB place, so grab a bottle on the way.

event

party

Gathering for celebration

housewarming · gathering · cookout · tailgate · get-together · reception · celebration · mixer · shindig · bash

acronym

bring

Carry to someone

  • ownHave legal title to
  • boozeInformal term for spirits
  • beverageLiquid for consumption

alcohol · beer · wine · liquor · spirits · six-pack · flask · growler · cooler · homebrew

policy

unlicensed

Without official permit

permit · regulation · establishment · catering

budget

savings

Accumulated money kept

thrifty · cheap · cost-cutting · bargain · budget-friendly

Categories
Opposites
alcohol provision

BYOBopen bar

Free drinks arrangement

hosted bar · full bar · complimentary drinks · free drinks · all-inclusive

hospitality model

BYOBall-inclusive

Covering every element

full service · white-glove service · potluck

Family

bottle, your

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG