Event Bartending Cost Comparison:
Comparing possible event bartending options for a 100 person event with similar choices.
Average Venue
(Full Bar runs $48-$135 per person)
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​Package: $4800 - $13,500​
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20% Gratuity = $960-$2,700
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Tax =$460-$1300
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Total $6220-$17,500
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Calypso Cocktails
(Alcohol cost depends on preference)
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$1800 Calypso Classic Bar - $1800​
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Premium Wooden Bar
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Up to 5 hours of professional service
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2 Certified Bartenders
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Quality Clear Plastic Cups
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White Beverage Napkins
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Black Cocktail Straws
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Ice and Beer Coolers
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Water Station
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Decor
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​​​Package x 100 people - $0 - $1000​
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Flat Gratuity - $0-$600​
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Tax - $192 - $272​
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Alcohol - $400-$1000
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Total $2392 - $4672
Other Dry Bartending Companies
​(Alcohol cost depends on preference)
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Basic Package- $600 - $1300
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Additional Bartender - $100 - $300
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​​​Ice: per person- $1 - $2
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Cooler rental - $50 - $200
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Wooden Bar - $200 - $800
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Mixers/Garnish: per person - $5 - $10
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Water Station: per person - $50 - $200
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Decorations - $50 - $100
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20% Gratuity - $350 - $780
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Tax - $169 - $374
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Alcohol - $400-$1000
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Total $2519 - $6054
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At Calypso Cocktails, we deliver a premium service; providing quality, care and attention to detail.