Dedicated Hosting Support Across

Brighton & Hove & Wider Sussex

Let’s Create the Event Everyone Will Remember

At The Cocktail Tribe, we’re here to help you host, impress, and thrive with experts tools and guidance tailored to events like yours.

Whether you’re throwing an elegant garden party or a statement-making wedding celebration, we help you host confidently and create memories that last far beyond the last pour.

Your dream event is closer than you think!

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Achieve Your Vision

With Support From

Drew Gilmour

Drew is a seasoned hospitality professional and passionate traveler with over 15 years of experience across restaurants, and high profile events. In 2021, he founded The Cocktail Tribe in London, an industry-leading mobile bar focused on redefining bespoke cocktail experiences.

Since then, Drew has delivered countless private events, from elegant garden parties to vibrant wedding receptions, collaborated with four premium spirit brands, and hosted intimate cocktail masterclasses.

Driven by a passion for bringing people together through premium cocktails, Drew expanded The Cocktail Tribe to Sussex in 2025, continuing his mission to redefine modern hosting.

Trusted By

  • Partnering with Beeble, an eco-forward, B-Corp-certified trailblazer in sustainable living, we crafted three exclusive cocktail recipes for their TikTok debut, reflecting their green mission and playful spirit.

    Each recipe captures the spirit of Beeble’s honey whiskey, crafted to spark conversation and elevate their social presence.

  • Following a brand visit, a curated selection of Caleño’s non-alcoholic spirits was received. Their vibrant, tropical flavours have since been integrated into bespoke serves and featured across multiple events and activations.

    As a B Corp–certified brand, Caleño pairs bold, tropical flavours with a clear commitment to people and planet. Perfectly suited to mindful, modern celebrations.

  • Teamed up with Kopparberg to create nine inventive cocktails and mocktails for their festive “What’s in Your Cupboard” campaign, championing creativity, flavour, and low-waste enjoyment.

    Each serve blended accessible ingredients with Kopparberg’s vibrant spirit, spotlighting their latest non-alcoholic cider and flavoured spirits, backed by a commitment to carbon neutrality.

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Hire a Cocktail Bartender in Brighton or Sussex

Our clients achieve an exclusive cocktail experience for their event by partnering with us - we provide curated seasonal menus, and a standout bar presence their guests will remember.

At The Cocktail Tribe, every menu is designed with consideration, giving you not just exceptional drinks, but the insight, support, and confidence to create an event that feels effortless, personal, and truly memorable.

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What Makes This Service Different?

  • With over 15 years in the food and beverage industry, and a total of over 5 years of leadership development experience, Drew brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Since 2021, he’s been dedicated to creating a truly memorable cocktail experience. This combination of hands on experience, and passion uniquely positions Drew to support you in achieving your goals.

  • The same skill set that enabled Drew to create memorable cocktail experiences enables him to teach hosts how to succeed. Couple that with his niche-specific experience as the former Manager of two industry leading independent restaurants in Brighton & South West London, and it results in the creation of a thriving community of event hosts from across the country.

  • Drew’s service always incorporates a combination of live support, consultation, accountability, and inspiration with the goal of being to help hosts create a more premium-feeling, exclusive event experience.

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