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southampton bartender hire

cocktail service in Southampton

Tipsy Parties provides cocktail bartender hire right across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire area. From Ocean Village to Bedford Place, 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.

From hen parties in stylish Airbnbs near Ocean Village to away days close to the SeaCity Museum, a cocktail bartender turns any Southampton 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 so you can get on with enjoying 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 Southampton.

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Frequently asked questions about bartender hire in Southampton

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 price include the Itchen Bridge toll?

Yes. All travel expenses including the Itchen Bridge toll are included in your booking. There are no hidden costs or surcharges. The price you see is the price you pay.

Can I book a bartender in Southampton during Southampton Boat Show (September)?

Yes, you can absolutely book during Southampton Boat Show. Just be aware that the waterfront area and Ocean Village get very busy. We only allow 30 minutes for setup so if road access is a little tricky, we recommend mentioning Southampton Boat Show when you book and we can advise on whether to allow some extra setup time.

Can you set up at student accommodation near the University of Southampton and Solent University?

We certainly can. Student halls, shared houses, rented flats and any other type of accommodation all work perfectly. Your bartenders travel to you with all the equipment needed to prepare your chosen cocktails.

What are the best areas in Southampton for a hen party bartender?

Popular areas for hen parties in Southampton include Bedford Place and Ocean Village, but honestly, we come to you so wherever your accommodation is works perfectly. Many groups book an Airbnb or hotel suite and your bartender sets up right there.

Do you cover areas outside Southampton?

Yes, we cover all of Southampton and the surrounding area, including Eastleigh, Winchester, Fareham and Gosport. We also offer a cocktail making class in Southampton. In fact, we cover the whole of the UK!

How far in advance should I book a bartender in Southampton?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings and during popular periods in Southampton. That said, we are flexible and can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings.

Cocktails in Southampton

three ways to get tipsy

Hands straining pink foamy cocktails into coupes and topping one with a raspberry

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.

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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.

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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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