Cocktail classes
grab a shaker
You get shaking things up: a hands-on class hosted by a trained mixologist, 2 to 5 cocktails each and a few party games.
glasgow bartender hire
cocktail service in Glasgow
Tipsy Parties provides cocktail bartender hire right across Glasgow and the west of Scotland. From the West End to Merchant City, your bartenders travel to your venue with all the equipment needed to prepare your chosen cocktails for you and your guests.
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You can hire the bartender team only, add cocktail glassware, or add both the glassware and ingredients for a complete service. We will also help you plan your cocktail menu and, when you are providing the ingredients yourself, supply a detailed shopping list with everything you need. Optional extras, including portable bar hire, can also be added for an additional fee.
Whether it is a hen do in the West End, a 30th birthday party at home or a work do close to Merchant City, a cocktail bartender turns any Glasgow venue into a proper cocktail bar. You choose the cocktails and how long you want the service for, and your bartender makes them fresh for your guests all night, so you can enjoy your own party.
- Cocktails made freshly for you
- Shopping list or ingredients provided
- Choose your cocktail menu
- Choose your service length
Prefer something more hands-on? Try our cocktail making class in Glasgow.
Frequently asked questions about bartender hire in Glasgow
Do I need to supply the ingredients?
It is up to you. You can hire the bartender team only, add cocktail glassware, or add both the glassware and ingredients for a complete service. If you are providing the ingredients yourself, we will send you a detailed shopping list for your chosen cocktails.
Can I hire a mobile bar as well?
Yes. Portable bar hire can be added as an optional extra for an additional fee.
How long can I hire a bartender for?
You choose your service length when you get your quote.
Does the cost cover the Glasgow Low Emission Zone?
Yes. Our vehicles comply with the Glasgow Low Emission Zone requirements. Even if charges did apply, all travel costs are always included in your booking price. There are never any hidden surcharges.
Can I book a bartender in Glasgow during TRNSMT Festival (July)?
Yes, you can absolutely book during TRNSMT Festival! Just be aware that Glasgow Green and the surrounding area get extremely busy. We only allow 30 minutes for setup so if road access is a little tricky, we recommend mentioning TRNSMT Festival when you book and we can advise on whether to allow some extra setup time.
Do you cover areas outside Glasgow?
Yes, we cover all of Glasgow and the surrounding area. We also offer cocktail making classes in Edinburgh and a cocktail making class in Glasgow. In fact, we cover the whole of the UK!
How far in advance should I book a bartender in Glasgow?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings and during popular periods in Glasgow. That said, we are flexible and can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings.
Cocktails in Glasgow
three ways to get tipsy
Bartender hire
two ways to get the bar sorted
Hire mobile cocktail bartenders anywhere in the UK. Wet hire: we bring the bar kit, glassware and every ingredient. Dry hire: you hire the bartenders and supply the ingredients yourself, glass hire is optional. Bar and table also available to add to either option.With ingredients, aka wet hire: we bring the bar kit, glassware and every ingredient. Without ingredients, aka dry hire: you hire the bartenders and supply the ingredients yourself, glass hire is optional. Bar and table also available to add to either option.
Cocktail consultancy
for bars & brands
Help planning a cocktail menu for your venue or event. Tell us what you need and we’ll take it from there.
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