Crafted Events
Milestone birthday coming up? Retirement? Office Christmas Party? IS IT THE WEEKEND??!! Well, I’ve got the bar service covered. Just peruse the packages below and then get in touch with me. After you and I have a little talk about your event’s guest list and imbibing preferences, I will provide you with an iron-clad shopping list ensuring you have a balanced bar with plenty to go around. I have even partnered with several Hudson Valley wine and liquor retailers to streamline this process for you.
Classical
This entry-level package will lend an air of sophistication and class to your event with all the trimmings of a full bar including Beer & Wine Service, up to three Classic Craft Cocktails in addition to basic hi-balls (Vodka Tonics, G & T’s, Whiskey & Soda, etc.), and assorted spirits. You provide the booze (and ice), and I’ll do the rest! I have all kinds of specialty syrups, tinctures, citrus, and mixers I like to bring. If you like, I can even provide the glassware.
Romantic
Now you’re really employing the services of an expert mixologist. In addition to everything you would get with the Classical package, I (with input on what you like, your personality, party’s theme, etc.) will add three Specialty Cocktails to the service. You will still need to purchase all alcohol and ice. I will bring everything else AND I will also make up some nice menus with the Speciality Cocktails on them.
Avant-garde
Okay...now you’re just showing off. But here’s what makes it so cool: I (again with your input) will create a Signature Cocktail special and unique to your event. This, in addition to everything included in the Classical & Romantic packages. It will still be your responsibility to purchase all the alcohol and ice. And I will bring everything else, including menus reflecting the Signature and Specialty Cocktails.
Formal Dinners
If you are a great chef, or know a pro who’d be game, it’s really fun to put on a full-course dinner with cocktail pairings. It’s just what you think: as each course comes out, I will appear with a cocktail and an explanation of why I paired it with that course. It’s a great way to experience different flavor combinations and even different cultures depending on how adventurous you are with the food menu.
These work better in slightly more intimate settings...like one table. Granted, it can be a table that seats 12, but I wouldn’t go beyond that. Most of the dinners I do are for parties of 8-12. And just to put this thing over the top, I’ll even bring my specialty glassware and have beautiful menus printed. You’ll be the talk of the town and have THE most coveted guest list out there!
Consulting
If you are not ready to splurge on a private bartender just yet, I would be happy to offer my expertise as a consultant. In this case I would help you curate and create a top-shelf beverage program for your event. I can even give you a crash course on behind-the-bar-basics.
Commemorative Creation
Here I will create a Signature Cocktail to commemorate a special person or event. This is nice for showers, milestone birthdays, retirements, etc. If you are not looking for bartending service, we can combine this with my consultation. I will source the ingredients & glassware and teach you how to make and serve it like a pro.
Contact me for more details regarding either my bartending/consulting services at your next party or cocktail pairing and preparation for your next formal dinner. It would be my absolute pleasure to work with you to create a truly special event.
