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Not Your Average Bartending Service
For those who want a classic bartender setup. Ideal for larger gatherings, offering a smooth and seamless bar experience, without the extras. This package includes 3 simple and delicious cocktails or open bar service with garnishes and 3 handcrafted syrups.
Our most popular package - perfect for weddings and milestone celebrations. A curated menu that tells your story and expresses your style.
This package includes a 6 cocktail menu with a mix of classics, crowd pleasers, and two completely customized cocktails. All garnishes, syrups, and a basic bar setup are provided for a complete experience.
Your event has a story—your drinks should tell it. With custom menus, crafted mocktails, and seamless service, we create experiences that blend creativity, detail, and care into every pour. Signature mobile bar service for Southern Illinois weddings and private events throughout the St Louis, Chesterfield and Ballwin areas.
How Booking Works
Begin with a personalized consultation to discuss your event needs
Review and sign the service agreement, then submit your booking deposit
Collaborate on menu and recipe creation, complete with custom-designed menus
Enjoy full-service bartending, including setup, cleanup, and all necessary equipment
Feel free to book us through trusted platform Gigsalad, view our profile here: https://www.gigsalad.com/bender_mixology_carbondale
Pricing: $10 per guest
Minimum: 35 guests
What’s Included
6-Cocktail Curated Menu (mix of classics, crowd pleasers, and signature recipes)
4 Hours of Bartending + 1 Hour Setup + 1 Hour Cleanup
6 Mixers with Your Choice of Handcrafted Syrups
All Tools & Garnishes Provided
Mini Bar Included
Disposable Cups
Optional Add-Ons
Ice – $40 (serves up to 50 guests)
Mocktail Station & Display Cart – $50
Glassware Package – $150
For smaller, upscale gatherings that deserve a luxurious, hassle-free bar experience from setup to styling.
This package includes 3 signature craft cocktails with open bar service, featuring advanced techniques like foams, infusions, and layered flavors. It’s a complete service—from layout coordination and decor styling to a fully curated setup that turns your bar into the centerpiece of your event.
Pricing:
Up to 15 Guests
• $12 per guest – Bring Your Own Tools
• $15 per guest – Tools Provided (includes personal shaker, jigger & bar spoon to keep)
Over 15 Guests
• $10 per guest – Bring Your Own Tools (shared group setup)
Duration: 2 hours
What’s Included:
Hands-on training & pouring techniques
Education on craft spirits & their origins
Infusions & garnish techniques
Sustainable bar practices
Introduction to professional bar tools
Additional Details:
Two creative cocktails per guest
All ingredients, garnishes & instruction provided
Guests enjoy their finished cocktails during the session
Pricing: $8 per guest
Minimum: 50 guests
What’s Included:
3-Cocktail Menu or Open Bar Service
Bar Tools & Equipment
Garnishes & 3 Handcrafted Mixers
4 Hours of Bartending + 1 Hour Setup + 1 Hour Cleanup
Optional Add-Ons:
Ice – $40 (serves up to 50 guests)
Mobile Bar – $50
Mocktail Station – $50
Glassware Package – $150 (150 glasses)
Pricing: $12 per guest
Maximum: 50 guests
What’s Included:
3-Cocktail Custom Menu
Open Bar Service
Full Bar Styling & Decor
Custom Signs & Menu Displays
Mocktail Station Included
All Mixers, Garnishes & Extras Provided
Mini Bar & Equipment
Bar Cart with Accessories
Ice Included
Disposable Glassware
Optional Add-Ons:
Glassware Package – $150
The Classic Package
Most popular ⭐️
The Signature Craft Experience
The Luxe Package
Bender Mixology Workshop
An immersive, hands-on experience perfect for team-building, private events, or creative gatherings. Guests will shake, stir, and sip their way through a guided lesson in craft mixology — learning professional techniques while creating two unique cocktails.
Frequently Asked Questions
✅ Do you work alone or have a team?
I personally bartend most events to ensure every detail is handled with care. For larger events, I bring in trusted freelance staff, but I remain the lead mixologist on-site to maintain consistency and service quality.
✅ What happens after I book?
We’ll start with a consultation to ensure we’re the right fit for each other. From there, I’ll send over a service agreement and deposit request. Once confirmed, I get to work on your menu! I provide regular updates, create an itemized inventory list tailored to your event, and make sure everything reflects your style and story.
✅ What makes Bender Mixology different as a mobile bar service?
Unlike many mobile bar companies that focus on novelty setups (like horse trailers) or have limited bar experience, I bring over a decade of hands-on bartending expertise, advanced mixology certifications, and a focus on craft-first service. Every menu is curated with care, and every drink is designed to impress.
✅ What’s the difference between a bartender and a mixologist?
A bartender is skilled in service and speed—an essential part of any event. A mixologist takes things further, specializing in recipe development, flavor balance, and the art of crafting cocktails that are memorable and unique. With me, you get both.
✅ What types of events do you specialize in?
I work primarily with private parties, luxury gatherings, and intimate weddings. If your event values creativity, style and quality over volume and mass production, I’d love to be part of it.
✅ What types of drinks can you make, and can I customize them?
Absolutely! Menus range from extravagant cocktails (like espresso martinis with cold foam, boozy ice cream cocktails, or Italian-inspired bubble foams) to beautifully executed classics. You’ll always have the option to customize your menu to fit your theme and taste.
✅ What does your typical menu consist of?
Most six-drink menus include two signature cocktails, two timeless classics, and a couple of approachable crowd-pleasers, depending on your budget and preferences. One thing every menu has? Our signature Old Fashioned.
✅ Are you licensed and insured?
Yes—both general liability and professional insurance are in place to protect you and your guests.
✅ Are you willing to travel? What’s your service area?
Yes! We serve private events in the Metro East, corporate parties throughout Chesterfield and the West County area, parties and community events in St Louis, and weddings across Southern Illinois. In general, our service area covers the broader tri-state region.
✅ Do you offer full mocktail setups?
Absolutely! With my extensive training and fresh approach, I craft mocktails for just about every menu. From sustainable options made with teas and tonics, to sophisticated zero proof cocktails made with slow steeped base substitutions, such as my botanical Gin substitute. You get all of the flavor with zero alcohol.
Contact Us
For event services, customized cocktails, and detailed inventory lists, reach out to us today.
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