This is not just a shopping list

Our planning considers:

Our bar planning services are designed to take the guesswork out of hosting. Rather than providing a basic list of items, we create a thoughtful, experience-driven bar plan tailored specifically to your event.

Every recommendation is carefully considered - from beverage selections and quantities to mixers, garnishes, and service flow - ensuring your bar feels seamless, balanced, and intentional throughout the event.

We approach beverage planning with the same attention to detail we bring to staffing and service. Quantities are calculated using real-world consumption patterns, guest dynamics, and event variables, allowing you to feel confident that your bar is properly stocked without unnecessary excess.

The result is clarity, control, and peace of mind - knowing your bar has been planned with precision, not guesswork.

• Beverage planning tailored to your event style

• Guest-count modeling based on event flow and duration

• Consumption ratio analysis

• Signature cocktail development (when selected)

• Detailed quantity calculations

• Garnish, mixer, and ice planning

• Optional vendor sourcing with purchasing links

• Risk reduction to prevent running out or over-purchasing

Our recommendations are informed by more than headcount alone. We factor in real-world variables that significantly affect consumption, including event duration, seasonality, guest demographics, and beverage preferences.

A summer wedding drinks differently from a winter corporate event. A younger guest list consumes differently than a mixed-age crowd. These nuances matter - and they’re built into every plan we create.

Packages & Pricing

Clients who book bartending services through Service Gem Events receive complimentary access to our standard bar item calculator. Custom shopping lists, signature cocktail planning, and purchasing guidance are available through the services outlined below.

Custom Bar Planning Request