9 Things To Discuss With Your Beverage Caterer
We are no strangers to the wedding planning process, so we understand the importance of having transparent conversations with prospective vendors. Planning your wedding and booking your vendors can be time-consuming and stress-inducing, but we want to eliminate some of the burden by giving you a list of helpful talking points to effectively communicate with your beverage caterer before signing the contract.
When looking for vendors, you want to work with people that have your best interests in mind. Your vendors should have a clear idea of your vision, and the steps they should be taking to execute a quality service that makes your day fun and memorable. Your wedding vendors are essentially your team for the big day, so it’s crucial that they deliver you peace of mind by meeting professional expectations and being a creative team player.
Ask your venue about their rules and regulations regarding alcohol service. You’ll want to be able to communicate any possible restrictions or necessary permits to your beverage caterer so they can serve you accordingly.
Determine an accurate budget for bar service, and then determine if your budget is at all flexible. Share the budget or budget range with your caterer to see what service options are available to you.
Figure out what you + your partner’s preferred drink options are. Knowing this will help your beverage caterer create a list of what type of alcohol will be served, along with what mixers will best suit you. If needed, ask your caterer for their top cocktail and drink suggestions.
If you have a specific theme or color scheme for your wedding, ask your caterer how this can be incorporated into the bar setup. Determine the location of the bar, and how the decor can correlate with your theme.
Give your beverage caterer an estimated number of guests you expect to be attending your wedding. This is important so they can accommodate your guest count with the appropriate amount of alcohol.
Discuss how many bartenders you want to hire for your event. Talk to your caterer about the responsibilities of the bartenders, and if they need to follow any specific dress codes.
Discuss the type of bar equipment that will be required for your wedding, such as glasses, shakers, ice buckets, and various coolers.
Provide your beverage caterer with your desired serving hours. Include the number of hours alcohol will be served, and address any potential restrictions or time limits the caterer needs to be aware of.
Establish the need for liability insurance in case of any potential accidents or incidents that may occur during the wedding. Being properly prepared for these things is key.
You should have the utmost confidence in the vendors you’re choosing to trust, from their reliability and professionalism, to the value they're contributing to your monumental event. Hiring the right wedding vendors will leave you feeling relaxed and assured that your celebration is bound to be a success.
We hope you found this guide helpful. If you’re interested in having Blind Tiger Mobile Bar Co. become a staple at your wedding or event, send us an inquiry here! We have the experience, skillset, and resources to provide you with top tier service for your wedding, or any future occasions.
