Q1) Do you provide the alcohol, beer or wine?
A1) No, however we do provide complimentary beverage consultation to help you calculate exactly what you need to purchase based upon the number of expected guests. We can also provide you with our preferred vendors to help you purchase alcohol at a reduced rate.

Q2) What do I need to provide?
A2) Alcohol, ice, mixers & cups. We will bring the rest!

Q3) How much alcohol do I need to purchase?
A3) We will provide you with a complimentary beverage consultation to help you estimate exactly how much alcohol to purchase based upon your guest count.  We can also help you select your beverage menu!

Q4) How many bartenders do I need?
A4) Per industry standard, we recommend 1 bartender for every 50-75 guests.

Q5) What does JC Bartending provide?
A5) We provide the TABC Certified Bartender(s), ice coolers and all the basic bar tools and supplies required to serve the drinks.

Q6) What will the bartender wear?
A6) Based upon the formality of your event, our bartenders can wear a white tuxedo shirt or a black polo shirt with black slacks.

Q7) Do you require a deposit?
A7) No, we make things simple. We will hold your date with a credit card and your card will not be charged until the day of the event.

Q8) Do you have time blocks or hourly minimums?
A8) We are flexible and customize your event even down to the time. So if you need us for 2 hours or 6 hours,
we can accomodate you with no extra costs for unused time!!

Q9) What about gratuity?  How do I tip the bartender?
A9) You may express your gratuity by allowing our bartenders to place a tip jar in the bar area - OR - you may provide a cash gratuity directly to the bartender at the end of the event.  Estimate $2.00 per guest for gratuity.

Q10) What will the bartenders bring?
A10) All basic bar supplies and tools including (shakers, ice scooper, bottle/wine opener, speed pours, drink stirrers, napkins, napkin caddy, fruit garnishment tray, cutting board, paring knife, etc.)