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The Dry Hire Bar Experience

You supply the alcohol. We provide everything else.

Our Dry Hire Bar Service is designed for private residences and other events where the host supplies the alcohol. We bring the certified bartenders, mixers, garnishes, ice, drinkware, tools, setup, and service needed to create a polished, professionally managed bar.

Average Spend: $1,500 for Our Middle Tier at 100 Guests

The only thing you need to provide is the alcohol.

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Looking for a different format? Explore our Catered Bar or Cash Bar services.

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Step One

Choose Your Package

Select the drink experience that fits your celebration.

Tier One

The Basics

Service for Beer, Wine, and Hard Seltzers

Does not include any mixers.
Tier Two

The Essentials

Service for 2 Signature Drinks + Optional Beer, Wine, and Hard Seltzers

Includes Mixers for 2 Signature drinks Additional signature drinks can be added.
Tier Three

The Experience

Service for a Full Bar, 3 Signature Drinks + Optional Beer, Wine, and Hard Seltzers

Includes a variety of sodas, juices, garnishes for a full bar.

The Experience Package Also Includes

Coke & Diet Coke Sprite Ginger Ale Club Soda & Tonic Cranberry, Orange, Lemon, Lime & Pineapple Juice Lemon, Lime & Mint Garnish Salt & Sugar Rim Cherries Simple Syrup & Grenadine Bitters
Step Two

Choose Your Bar

A beautiful centerpiece for your event. Select the setup that matches your style.

Table Bar

One or two 6 ft. tables with linen, included at no additional cost.

Signature Bar

Equipped with a speed rail for fast, effortless service.

Horse Trailer

Our signature statement piece, with an optional draft beer system included.

Venue Bar

Prefer to use your venue’s existing bar? We’ll bring everything needed for complete bar service.

More than Bartenders

What’s Included

Customized alcohol shopping list
Package-specific mixers, garnishes, ice & coolers
Drinkware, straws & napkins
General & liquor liability insurance
Professional Bartender(s)
The first 50 miles of travel from 03038
Bartending tools
A custom, displayed bar menu
Timeline & vendor coordination
All required permits & licensing
Guidance on quantities, brands, and purchasing
Make It Yours

Optional Add-On Services

Self-Serve Water Station

Includes a beverage dispenser, cups, ice, setup, and restocking throughout your event.

Self-Serve Hydration Station

Water, iced tea & lemonade.

Wait Staff, Additional Bartenders Or Bar Backs

Priced per staff member.

Custom Cup Stickers

Must be ordered three or more months in advance.

Additional Signature Drinks Or Mocktails

Priced per additional.

Drink Tickets

Give guests a set number of drinks on the house, then switch to a cash bar for the rest of the night.

Champagne Toast Service

Business-supplied champagne, served in disposable flutes, with a non-alcoholic option included for guests who don’t drink.

Second Bar Setup

Includes additional mixers, ice, bar tools, supplies, and a complete second setup.

Good to Know

Dry Hire Policies & FAQs

What is Dry Hire Bar Service?

Dry Hire means you purchase and supply the alcohol, while we provide the professional bartenders, mixers, garnishes, ice, drinkware, tools, setup, service, and cleanup for the bar.

Why would I need Dry Hire service?

In New Hampshire, events held at a private home or other residential property require the host to supply the alcohol. Dry Hire is the appropriate service for those events.

How do I know how much alcohol to buy?

We provide a customized alcohol shopping list based on your guest count, event length, package, and selected drinks. This helps you purchase appropriate quantities without guessing.

Can you pick up or purchase the alcohol for us?

No. For Dry Hire events, the host is responsible for purchasing, supplying, and transporting all alcohol to the event location.

What is included besides bartenders?

Your package includes the package-specific mixers and garnishes, ice and coolers, drinkware, straws and napkins, bartending tools, a custom bar menu, general and liquor liability insurance, and travel within the included service area.

Do you offer mocktails and non-alcoholic options?

Yes. Signature mocktails, lemonade, iced tea, fruit-infused water, and other non-alcoholic options can be added to your service.

Are you insured?

Yes. We carry general and liquor liability insurance, and all of our bartenders are TIPS certified.

How do I reserve my date?

Complete the inquiry form below and we will follow up to review your event details, guest count, package, bar style, and drink selections. A non-refundable retainer is required to secure your date.

Where do you travel?

We are based in Derry, NH and serve events across New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine within 1.5 hours of 03038.

The first 50 miles of travel are included at no extra charge; beyond that, it’s $1.25 per additional mile.

Ready to Book?

Request a Dry Hire Quote

Tell us about your event, guest count, preferred package, bar style, and drink ideas, and we’ll create a Dry Hire proposal tailored to your celebration.

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