What should I consider when deciding whether to have a 'self-service' bar at my party?

What should I consider when deciding whether to have a 'self-service' bar at my party?

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Deciding whether or not you should have a self service bar at your party depends on the number of guests. If you're going to have more than fifty people, I recommend that you have someone tending and maintaining the bar.