Drinks Party Hire
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Drinks Party Hire
Bring friends together for cocktails, wine and relaxed conversation. Hire the bars, glassware, chilling equipment and serving pieces you need—then leave the washing-up to us.
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Everything You Need for a Great Drinks Party
A great drinks party does not need to feel complicated. Start with your guest list and drinks menu, then choose practical barware, the right glasses and simple serving pieces for nibbles. CaterHire provides flexible, professional-quality party hire for intimate gatherings, private celebrations, corporate receptions and larger events.
Build Your Setup
Plan Your Bar Setup
Choose only what suits your space, guest numbers and drinks menu. These five areas cover the essentials without overcomplicating your party.
Create a Focal Point
Bar Counter Hire
Choose from pop-up, traditional and illuminated bars to create a dedicated drinks area that suits your room.
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Behind the Bar
Bar Accessories
Keep service running smoothly with ice buckets, bottle openers, cocktail tools, trays and practical storage.
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Keep Drinks Chilled
Bar Refrigeration
Add practical cooling space for wine, beer, soft drinks, mixers and prepared garnishes.
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For Every Drink
Glassware Hire
Match your glasses to what you plan to serve, from wine and champagne to cocktails, beer and water.
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Serve the Nibbles
Buffet & Service Hire
Present canapés and small bites with platters, serving bowls, mini dishes, stands and display pieces.
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Choose the Right Glass
Glassware for Your Drinks Menu
You do not need every type of glass. Decide what you are serving first, then choose the styles that match your menu and allow a little extra for guests changing drinks.
Drinkware
Bar & Speciality
Service & Styling
A Simple Starting Point
How Much Do You Need?
Your guest numbers, party length and drinks menu will shape the final quantities. Use these figures as an initial guide, then adjust for your guests.
Drinks per Guest
Allow roughly two drinks per person, per hour as a broad planning estimate.
Slim Jims per Guest
A flexible option for water, soft drinks, spirits or beer.
Wine Glasses per Guest
Useful when guests may move between red and white wine.
Champagne Glass per Guest
Allow one each where you are serving an arrival drink or toast.
These quantities are general planning estimates. Adjust them for the length of your party, time of year, drinks selection and your guests’ preferences.
Easy Food for Mingling
Add Nibbles Without Hosting a Dinner
Keep food simple to serve and easy to enjoy while standing. Canapés, small bites and individual portions work well for a relaxed drinks party, while platters and tiered stands help you make the most of your serving space.
Plan with Confidence
Helpful Drinks Party Guides
Use our practical guides to plan quantities, layout, glassware and the details behind a smooth drinks service.
Drinks & Quantities
Bar & Beverage Guide
Estimate drinks and glass quantities, then work through the practical equipment needed behind your bar.
Read the GuideLayout & Hosting
How to Host a Cocktail Party
Plan the flow of the room, standing and seated areas, drinks service, food and atmosphere.
Read the GuideHosting Made Easier
Why Hire for Your Drinks Party?
Three-Day Hire
More time to prepare your bar, host your guests and pack everything away.
Washing-Up Included
Return your glassware rinsed and leave the final washing to us.
Free Click & Collect
Collect your order from our Sandyford headquarters at no additional charge.
Expert Advice
Our team can help with glass quantities, bar equipment and the pieces you may overlook.
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Ready to Plan Your Drinks Party?
Browse the hire categories online or tell our experienced team what you are serving, how many guests are coming and the space you have available.