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Cocktailmaker

4.8 | 15 Reviews
A premium, nationwide bar and cocktail service for private and corporate events, weddings and any functions that require a drinks service to be provided, with or without alcohol.
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Services we provide

Cocktail BarsCocktail Bars
Mobile Cocktail ClassesMobile Cocktail Classes
Remote Cocktail WorkshopsRemote Cocktail Workshops
Mobile BarsMobile Bars
Mobile Gin BarsMobile Gin Bars
Corporate HospitalityCorporate Hospitality
Bar StaffBar Staff

About Cocktailmaker

Are you looking to elevate your event or party? With over twenty five years experience, you can rely on us at Cocktailmaker to offer the perfect, professional bar solution. Our experienced bartenders are on hand to shake that perfect cocktail - or serve your guests beers, wines or spirits. Plus, if you're looking to add a portable bar we can also bring that along too.

Our service is simple in that we listen to our clients' needs and go that extra mile to ensure we always exceed expectations. From initial onsite visit to ensure we gain a full insight of requirements to design of your cocktail menu to suit the party theme. We're not just about delivering a bar service, we ensure you and your guests have a fabulous night, without having to worry about any of the bar arrangements.

Our Story

I originally started in international sales and my interest in cocktails was garnered as I traveled and picked up new and diverse spirits around the globe. At home I started to mix drinks for friends and family, leading me to undertake a professional bartending course to hone my skills and learn all about the industry. Our first event was in 1998: no mobiles or laptops, orders faxed over, drives to wholesalers to pick up stock, A to Z maps of London and other towns to get to events - a very different scenario to nowadays. As my experience grew, I set up the company as Cocktailmaker, originally focusing on private parties, then larger corporate events over time. Before long our turnover grew to a point where we we were forced to become VAT registered.

To this day, I'm heavily involved in the arts of mixing, building, layering, muddling, infusing and straining spirits and love seeing how the drinks and events industry has developed over the years. We're proud to be part of it.

Our Team

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We're a family run business, with David and Catherine ready to talk to you about your next event. We have a strong team of event leads, industry leading bartenders and event staff who are all part of the Cocktailmaker family.

Experience

Over the years we've worked with and for some of the best and biggest names. Just some we've helped put on all manner of events include Amazon, Google, INEOS, Sony, 02, Mercedes, Tesco, GSK, Rothschild, HSBC, Pladis, Ideal Standard, A & O, Unilever and so many more. Not to mention 3 UK prime ministers, the Sainsbury family, The Dorchester's most expensive private event (£2m), Diageo's Ideation Panel and the Think Spirits events..... And in terms of locations, we've mixed, shaken and served on a double decker bus, in a submarine, on a ledge of the Mont Blanc, in a tandem paraglider, on a yacht and on a jetski.

Typical Clients

With over twenty five years in the events industry, we're highly skilled and have a wealth of experience in supplying staffing and bar solutions for corporate events, private parties, weddings, team-building and product launches.

Credentials

I'm part of a business mentor scheme, recognized for my skills in growing companies in all vertical sectors and act as a mentor for new businesses coming through. It's incredibly rewarding and testament to the knowledge and experience we have at Cocktailmaker. All these skills and knowledge we bring to each one of our events.

Reviews

Cocktailmaker

4.8

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5 Star Review

So much fun!

Service was fantastic! Everyone said it brought everyone together and set us up for a really fun evening. Still Don’t think there is anything better than a Margarita!! Thank you David and Team

Reviewed by: George S
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12th Jul 2025
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Response from Cocktailmaker
Thank you for saying so, George, and hello too to Oliver (is he still celebrating?) and Sarah. Have a great day and rest of weekend! Catherine
5 Star Review

Superb service at short notice

David and team helped me prepare and manage the bar at a private garden party I hosted a few weeks ago. David was extremely helpful in guiding me through the preparations and planning of the party ensuring that there were no surprises on the night. The best comment I can make about the running of the bar at the party was that I didn't need to worry about it all night as it was well managed, prompt and efficient service and my guests were all happy. Every time I went to check the team had everything organised and had already thought and addressed the things I had thought of. Cocktailmaker provided a level of service above and beyond just supplying bar staff which meant my party ran smoothly and I could relax and enjoy myself too!

Reviewed by: Graeme N
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19th Jul 2023
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Response from Cocktailmaker
Hello Graeme Thank you for your kind review and I’m sorry it’s taken 2 years to say so!! I saw this as someone just posted some welcome compliments an hour ago, and the reviews page popped up. You may know we’ve since catered for a few more ‘parents’, namely Colin & Sharon (again), Eleanor, Matt & Nicky, and Paul & Anna. Thanks again and have a great rest of weekend! Catherine
5 Star Review

Fantastic Host For Our Virtual Cocktail Party

Thank you David for all your time and effort on Saturday hosting our virtual cocktail party. Everyone who attended had great fun and have all said how nice it was to do something different. They also commented about your passion for what you do and that you really know what you are talking about. I also particularly liked that you were not precious about time and it ended when it did rather than you just rushing off. We did continue for the rest of the day after you left, as it was such fun. The only negative was of my own making, I should have subscribed to a Zoom account for a month, but we all know hindsight is a wonderful thing :-) Anyway, a huge thank you once again. I hope you manage to prosper through these difficult times.

Reviewed by: Nigel H
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30th Nov 2020
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Excellent service with very professional staff

We had four staff for our party and they arrived promptly and smartly dressed. They were very efficient and professional and kept everything tidy and clean. Ella was amazing behind our bar and we had many very happy guests. The communication with David was superb and I felt extremely confident in his services every step of the way. I would definitely use them again.

Reviewed by: Nicola M
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7th Dec 2019
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5 Star Review

Brilliant service

A well organised service, with the right balance of a personal and professional approach to the event. Cocktailmakers helped to make our event memorable and added to the overall ‘energy’ we were going for. On behalf of our guests and myself- a well deserved thank-you to for helping to make our even more special!

Reviewed by: Lelo G
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