FAQ
How much does a mobile bar cost to hire?
A £199 service fee is required for all services (deducted from the final bill for Diamond Package).
How much is your minimum spend?
Minimum spend requirement may be determined by the size of your event but are generally not enforced under exclusive supply. A minimum cumulative bar spend of £2,000 is required for any "non-exclusive" hire. An event is considered "non-exclusive" when any aspect of the alcoholic beverage catering is either self supplied or provided by another supplier (for example, providing own table wines).
When does the full balance for my service need to be paid?
Full payment of any monies due for mobile bar and wedding packages, prepaid bar tabs, drinks tokens or any other fees due should be settled no later than 60 days prior to the date of your wedding or event.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. We hold a personal alcohol license to authorise sale of alcohol under the terms of the relevant premises license or Temporary Event Notice and hold all relevant insurances to operate.
Do you provide plastic or glassware?
We provide premium glassware for all our services. If your venue does not permit the use of glassware or if you require plastic cups for your event, please get in touch.
Do I need to pay for staff or glassware?
No hidden charges here! We provide staff, glassware and bags full of other inclusions into our services.
Can I have a mobile bar at my wedding or event?
This will depend on your menu. Most traditional venues such as hotels and manor houses tend to have their own bar and do not require or allow third party bar hire. A mobile bar may be the perfect solution for a dry hire venue, marquee, tipi, festival vibe or at home wedding.
Does your mobile bar provide draft beer?
Yes, we partner with both big commercial and small independent breweries to deliver your beers of choice on tap. For this service, we charge £99 hire fee and require a deposit to be paid against your keg (determined by the brewery). This is because your draft beer choice will be unique to your event and is considered perishable, and is not sold on at other events.
How much do your drinks cost?
PDF downloads of our menus can be found on our home page, mobile bar and wedding bar pages. Our pricing is extremely competitive, with alcoholic arrival drinks starting from £4 and the majority of our cocktails well under a tenner! No London prices here...
What drinks should I serve at my wedding?
While this is a subject for many a blog post, a safe formula is to provide an arrival, table wines (and waters) and a toast drink. Arrivals are an opportunity to be creative with cocktails, spritzers or fizzes, while toast drinks are traditionally a sparkling wine such as Prosecco or champagne. Having an evening bar with a wide selection of drinks to accommodate the varied preferences of your guests is a major benefit, as a more restrictive evening bar menu providing just beer and wine may see many of your guests missing out on their favourite tipple.
Who pays for the bar at a wedding?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question. The responsibility for paying for drinks at a wedding can vary based on tradition and the preferences of the couple getting married. Here are a few common scenarios:
- Open Bar: In this arrangement, the couple covers the cost of all drinks for their guests. This is a generous option that ensures everyone can enjoy the beverages without any additional expenses.
- Cash Bar: In a cash bar, guests pay for their own drinks. This is a more budget-friendly option for the couple, as they don't cover the entire bar tab.
- Partially Subsidized Bar: Some couples choose to partially subsidize the bar, covering a portion of the cost of drinks, while guests pay for the remainder. This allows the couple to provide some free drinks while also keeping costs in check.
- Limited Selection Bar: Instead of providing a full bar, some couples offer a limited selection of complimentary drinks, such as beer and wine, while offering a cash bar for those who want additional options.
- Drink Tokens: Couples may provide a set number of drink tokens or tickets to each guest, which can be exchanged for complimentary drinks. Additional drinks beyond this allocation are paid for by the guests.
The choice ultimately depends on the couple's budget, their preferences, and the expectations of their guests. It's important to communicate the drink arrangement clearly to guests so there are no surprises during the celebration.
Most guests will not be phased by the expectation to pull out their wallets or purses for their favourite drinks; Trust us on this!
We believe that drinks catering should be a relatively low priority on the wedding budget, so long as there is a bar on site for your guests to enjoy.