Bar Packages / Rates2026-08-02T00:10:15-07:00

Bartending Service Packages

Professional mobile bartending for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and community events across the Coachella Valley and Southern California. Choose the package that fits your event, and we handle the rest with polished setup, reliable staff, and seamless service.

5.0 ★
Across 250+ Reviews
10+
Years in Business
130+
Events per Year
55+
Weddings per Year
ABC
Sales via licensed partner
You provide the alcohol

Service Packages

You purchase the alcohol, we bring everything else. Every package includes professional, insured bartenders with full setup and breakdown, plus a complimentary consultation and a shopping list tailored to your guest count and menu.

Standard

Professional bartending service. You supply the bar, we run it flawlessly.

  • Professional Bartender Service

  • Hand Crafted Cocktails

  • Full Setup & Breakdown

  • Consultation & Shopping list

  • General Liability Insurance Included

Not Included

Drinkware, Mixers, Beverages, Garnishes
Ice, Water-Station

Elite

Our most elevated experience for weddings and upscale events, with signature touches available only in this package.

  • Everything in Premium

  • Craft Garnishes: edible flowers, dried fruits

  • Smoked & showpiece cocktail presentation

  • Dedicated barback for seamless service

Not Included

Alcohol
★ Exclusive to Elite

Alcohol Included

Full-Service Bar Programs

Want the alcohol handled for you? These programs include beer, wine, or full spirits, provided through our licensed, ABC-compliant partners, so your event stays fully compliant with zero effort on your end.

Beer & Wine

Simple and crowd-pleasing. Ideal for corporate events and relaxed receptions.

  • Beer, Wine & Sparkling Champagnes

  • Mixers, Beverages, Garnishes

  • Drinkware, Ice, Water Station

  • Insurance and Permit Included

Full Bar

The all-inclusive experience: spirits, cocktails, and everything in between.

  • Alcohol, Beer & Wine

  • Hand Crafted Cocktails

  • Mixers/Beverages/Syrups/Garnishes

  • Drinkware, Ice, Water Station

  • Insurance and Permit Included

Cash Bar (no-host bar)

Guests purchase their own drinks. No open bar tab for the host.

  • Guests pay per drink at the bar

  • Card & Contactless POS

  • Alcohol, Beer & Wine

  • Everything from ‘Full Bar’ Package

  • Licensing through our ABC-compliant partners

Corporate · HOA & Community Events · Festivals · Large Gatherings

The Cash Bar, Explained

A cash bar (no-host bar) gives your event a full professional bar while guests purchase their own drinks. You cover a service fee, your guests cover their drinks, and there’s no open bar tab. Here’s exactly how it works.

Tell us about your event

Guest count, date, location, and hours. We confirm the venue allows alcohol sales and build your drink menu.

We handle licensing & compliance

Alcohol sales are conducted through our licensed, ABC-compliant partners. One point of contact, zero licensing headaches.

Guests pay per drink, we run the bar

Our professional bartenders serve your guests with fast card and contactless payment. We set up, serve, break down, and clean up.

All alcohol sales are conducted under the license of our ABC-compliant partners. Mint Bartending provides event staffing, bar operations, and non-alcoholic provisions. Cash bar events include a service fee and are subject to a minimum sales guarantee, venue approval, and event details.

Every cash bar includes
  • Everything in ‘Full Bar’ Package

  • Hand crafted cocktails
  • Licensing through our ABC-compliant partners

  • Dedicated barback for seamless service

  • One Point of Contact, Zero Licensing Headaches

Ideal For

Corporate events, HOA and community gatherings, festivals, fundraisers, and large private events where hosting an open bar isn’t practical.

Customize your bar

Popular Add-Ons

Available with any package. Tell us what you’d like and we’ll include it in your custom quote.

Craft Garnishes & Cocktail Toppers

Handcrafted garnishes and cocktail toppers that elevate your bar service and impress your guests.

Dried Fruit

$20+ (50 pieces)
$40+ (100 pieces)
$80+ (150 pieces)

Edible Flowers

Seasonal pricing

Cocktail Toppers

$1 per person

Fabric menu
Custom Cocktail Menu Design

Rustic, chic, or elegant, we design a drink menu that matches your event’s vibe and theme.

Basic Menu

$20 per menu
(waived on events over $450)

Premium Framed Menu

$30 per menu

Custom Calligraphy Menu

$90 per fabric

Frozen Slushie Machine Rental

A cool, unforgettable touch. Serves up to 100 drinks with 2 signature flavors, including bar accessories,  Drinkware options, fresh citrus juices, and portable table setup. Alcohol not included.

Pricing

Starting at $400 (3 hour minimum)

Portable Bar & Cocktail Table

Fast, hassle-free setup with a modern design that complements any event style. Spacious enough for 2 bartenders for smooth service and faster guest turnaround.

Pricing

Portable Bar
$50+ (4 ft black bar)
$75+ (6 ft black bar)
$250+ (6 ft wooden bar)

Cocktail Table Rental
$90+ (set of 2)
$180+ (set of 4)

*Delivery fee will apply

water ice tea coffee station
Refreshment Stations

Light, refreshing beverages for your guests without the work. Infused waters, iced teas, and more, kept stocked all event long.

Pricing

*Water Beverage Station ($.50 pp)
*Lemonade Station ($1 pp)
*Coffee & Tea Station ($2.50 pp)

Professional Staffing

Need an extra hand? Professional servers and barbacks to keep your event running smoothly from setup to send-off.

Pricing

See pricing below

Live DJ Entertainment

Live DJ entertainment that keeps your dance floor full and transforms your reception into an unforgettable party.

Pricing

$900+ (4 hour minimum)

Magic Mirror Photo Booth

Capture spontaneous smiles and create lasting memories with our Magic Mirror photo booth.

Pricing

$450+ (4 hour minimum)

What Clients Say

Trusted Across Southern California

A few words from our clients. We have over 250+ ★★★★★ reviews on Yelp & Google.

Friendly, easy communication, went with the flow on some last min changes and servers were all friendly and kind. Highly recommend them!

It was very nice to have a staff we could trust & provided a high level of professionalism & friendliness.

Highly communicative and attentive throughout the planning process, and the onsite staff was professional, friendly, and fun to work with.

Transparent Pricing

What Events Typically Cost

  • Small private events (under 20 guests): from $575+ (without alcohol) (3 hour minimum)
  • Weddings: typically range from $1,800 to $3,500
  • Corporate events: typically range from $900 to $2,500
  • Cash bar events: are quoted on a service fee with a minimum sales guarantee

Tell us your date, guest count, bar hours and we’ll send a customized quote within one business day

Staff Hourly Rates

Rates for additional or standalone staffing. These cover labor only and do not include mixers, garnishes, ice, drink-ware, bar setup, or any package inclusions.

Bartender

Professional, insured, event-experienced, RBS-certified

$55 /hr
Barback

A barback is the bartender’s support hand, keeping the station stocked, iced, garnished, and clean so the bartender never stops pouring.

$45 /hr
Lead Server (captain)

Lead server so your event runs smoothly

$55 /hr
Server

Passed drinks, table service, guest care

$45 /hr
Busser

Clearing, resets, and event cleanliness

$43 /hr
Setup & Breakdown

Bar setup before service, full breakdown after

$33 /hr

Gratuity: These are not automatically added and are at the discretion of our clients. NOTE: A tip jar may be displayed at the host’s discretion, or gratuity can be added to your final invoice.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions we hear most.

What forms of payment do you take and how much is the deposit?2026-07-27T16:33:39-07:00

Deposit is 50% once booking with us. We take all forms of payment.  We take checks, venmo, zelle, paypal and credit card. With credit card there is a 3.5% credit card processing fee.

How far do you travel?2026-07-27T16:25:36-07:00

We are officially based in Palm Springs but we travel all over southern california and have offices in Los Angeles and San Diego.

Can we do a cash bar at a private event?2026-07-11T09:53:29-07:00

Often, yes. Cash bars require venue approval for alcohol sales and are subject to a minimum sales guarantee. All alcohol sales are conducted through our licensed, ABC-compliant partners. Send us your event details and we’ll confirm what’s possible.

What’s required to reserve my date?2026-07-11T09:53:09-07:00

A signed agreement and deposit reserve your date. We’re unable to hold dates without both, since our calendar fills fast during peak season.

How far in advance should I book?2026-07-11T09:52:46-07:00

Peak season in the Coachella Valley (spring and fall) books quickly. We recommend reaching out 3 to 6 months ahead for weddings and 4 to 6 weeks for smaller events. Last-minute dates are sometimes available, so it never hurts to ask.

How much alcohol should I buy for my event?2026-07-11T09:52:29-07:00

We handle that math for you. Once you book, we build a custom shopping list based on your guest count, service hours, drink menu, and season, so you don’t overspend or run out.

Do you provide the alcohol?2026-07-11T09:52:11-07:00

For our Service Packages, you purchase the alcohol and we provide everything else, including a shopping list tailored to your guest count and menu so you buy exactly the right amount. For our Full-Service Bar Programs, alcohol is included and provided through our licensed, ABC-compliant partners.

What areas do you serve?2026-07-11T09:47:30-07:00

We serve Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Indio, Indian Wells, Cathedral City, Joshua Tree, and the greater Coachella Valley, with service available throughout Southern California for larger events.

What equipment do the bartenders provide?2026-07-11T09:49:59-07:00

Each bartender has their own bar kit. They will have all the equipment they need to bartend. Their kit includes, speed pours, shakers, bottle openers, spill mats, an ice bin, and a garnish tray.

How long does it take the bartenders to set up?2026-07-27T16:30:43-07:00

Usually it takes the bartenders about 45-60 minutes to set up the bars (depending on what kind of event it is). For a wedding , we come in atleast 2 hours before bar starts for setup.

How Many Bartenders Do I Need?2026-07-27T16:29:50-07:00
  • For up to 50 guests, one bartender is perfect.
  • Hosting 50 to 80 guests? Opt for one bartender and one barback.
  • With 100 to 150 guests, consider two bartenders and one barback.
  • For larger gatherings (150 to 200 guests), three bartenders & one barback to ensure smooth service.

Ready to build your bar?

Tell us your date, guest count, and vision. We’ll send a customized quote within one business day. Dates are reserved with a signed agreement and deposit.

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