Not Your Average Bartending Service

Custom wedding bartending Southern Illinois
Custom wedding bartending Southern Illinois
Mobile bar St. Louis
Mobile bar St. Louis

A streamlined bar service designed for larger gatherings where the focus is fun, flow, and high-energy hospitality.

For those who want a variety of amazing cocktails.

This package includes a 6 cocktail menu with a mix of classics, crowd pleasers, and two completely original signature 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:

$600 minimum — up to 50 guests

$10 Per Guest — up to 75 guests

  • 6 cocktail menu with custom design

  • Mobile Bar Setup Included

  • Garnishes + 4 handcrafted mixers

  • Ice & premium disposable glassware

  • Custom floral arrangement

  • Up to 6 hours of bartending

  • Setup & cleanup included

Upgrades:

Real Glassware - $150

Bar Cart/Mocktail Station - See Options Below

Extra 2 Hours of Bartending - $100

For the hosts who want the most. A completely styled craft cocktail bar, customized and brought to your event.

This package includes 3 innovative signature cocktails, crafted with advanced techniques, sustainable ingredients, and a full setup. Includes a bar, mocktail station and display cart, and complete decor along with an optional table scape.

Mixology Courses, Bar and Beverage Consulting for Southern Illinois and St Louis Area with Bender Mi
Mixology Courses, Bar and Beverage Consulting for Southern Illinois and St Louis Area with Bender Mi

Pricing:

$250 minimum - group of 5

$450 - group of 10

$600 - group of 15

(Includes shared bar tools)

  • Choose from various lesson topics

  • Learn the art & science of crafting innovative cocktails

  • Learn about modern bar tools & techniques

  • Ice & real glassware included

  • Enjoy your own signature cocktails

Pricing:

$450 minimum — up to 50 guests

$8 Per Guest — up to 100 guests

What’s Included:

  • 3-Cocktail Menu or Open Bar Service

  • Professional bar tools & equipment

  • Garnishes + 3 handcrafted mixers

  • Up to 4 hours of bartending service

  • Setup & cleanup included

  • Ice & standard disposable cups

Pricing:

$600 minimum — up to 30 guests

$800 — up to 50 guests

(Gratuity included in package fee)

  • 3 signature cocktails with open bar service

  • Mobile Bar Setup, mocktail station & deluxe bar cart included

  • Garnishes + 6 handcrafted mixers

  • Ice & real glassware included

  • Custom bar & tabletop decor

  • Up to 6 hours of bartending

  • Setup & cleanup included

The Classic Package

The Signature Cocktail Experience

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.

Upgrades:

Mobile Bar Setup - $50

Extra Signature Menu Item - $50

Bar Cart/Mocktail Station - See Options Below

Extra 2 Hours of Bartending - $100

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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

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For event services, customized cocktails, and detailed inventory lists, reach out to us today.