Step into a Bar Experience Tailored to the Way You Want Your Day to Feel

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Elegant gin fizz cocktail with fresh raspberry garnish, crafted by The Cocktail Tribe in Hove

“We want the drinks to reflect our taste, but also surprise people.”

“This day has been designed with a lot of care, and the bar should feel just as considered.”

“We need a team who understands timing, presence, and discretion.”

“No hard-sell theatrics. No neon menus. Just calm, confident service.”

“It should feel seamless with no instructions needed.”

Does this sound familiar?

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These Concerns are Common, and Entirely Solvable

Many of our past clients began with the same uncertainties, but with our support, those early doubts quickly gave way to clarity and confidence.

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Imagine If You Could… you do?

Take a minute to write an introduction that is short, sweet, and to the point. If you sell something, use this space to describe it in detail and tell us why we should make a purchase. Tap into your creativity. You’ve got this.

Signature Lychee Rose 76, captured at a luxury wedding served by The Cocktail Tribe’s in Sussex

Impress your guests with a cocktail experience that feels as intentional as the rest of your event, boutique, beautifully crafted and memorable.

Relax into the moment, knowing every detail is handled with care and your vision is brought to life.

Collaborate on a bespoke, seasonal cocktail menu infused with creativity and tailored to you and your guests’ taste.

Enjoy clear, thoughtful communication from the very beginning so your guests feel considered and service feels effortlessly integrated.

Close-up of a stylish home bar setup with an elegant chalk cocktail menu and large, vibrant floral arrangement in the background – perfect for premium private events in Brighton and Sussex

What You’ll Receive as a Client

> A bespoke drinks menu that reflects the tone of your day, with the option to create signature cocktails that feel truly personal

> Premium spirits, seasonal ingredients, and elegant presentation - carefully selected to match your setting

> A professional bar team trained not only in service, but maintaining a calm, capable, and quietly attentive presence

> Full bar setup, service, and breakdown allowing you to be fully present without interruption or concern

Who is Our Service for?

Couples who value intention, elegance, and quiet confidence in every detail.

Weddings where the service compliments the space and supports the flow of the day.

For those who want their guests to feel something lasting, an experience that stays with them, long after the night ends.

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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.

FAQs

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.

How it Comes Together

  • Beginning the Process

    Enquiries begin with a brief conversation, a chance to understand your wedding / engagement party setting, the tone of the day, and what matters most to you.

    From there, every element of the drinks service is shaped with intention: from menu design to timings and flow.

    As the date approaches, all logistics are handled with care so that on the day itself, everything unfolds smoothly and exactly as it should.

  • Menus with Meaning

    No two weddings are alike, and the cocktails should reflect that.

    Menus are shaped in close collaboration, built around your preferences, the season, and the mood of the day. From signature cocktails to considered classics, each drink is paced, balanced, and tailored to suit your guests and setting.

    Everything is crafted with intention, not just to taste good, but to feel like it belongs.

  • Confidence in every detail

    True hospitality is felt when everything runs quietly, without effort or instruction.

    Our team brings professionalism, warmth, and a calm presence to every event, ensuring each moment unfolds exactly as intended.

    Every detail is handled, so you’re free to be fully present with your guests, not managing the bar, but enjoying the day.

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Hosting a Wedding or Engagement Party in Sussex this Year?

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See What our Past Clients Say..

International Wedding Reception

  • Baylee and Nick, a globally-minded couple living abroad, approached us during the late summer to be part of their UK wedding celebration. It was to be an intimate, upscale reception for 40 guests.

    With two wedding events planned they were quite overwhelmed with planning. Their UK gathering was to be a refined, personal affair focused on quality over scale.

  • Their desire was for us to deliver timeless classics. Negronis, Espresso Martinis, and Old Fashioneds, with an elevated level of precision. We consulted with the couple to refine the menu and tailor it to their guests’ preferences.

    Every detail, from the balance of spirits to the pace of service, was executed with intention. Our bar setup complemented the elegant venue, while our professional team ensured attentive service throughout the evening.

  • Guest feedback was outstanding. The Espresso Martini in particular received standout praise, and the overall atmosphere was lifted by the calibre of the drinks and the bar experience.

    For Baylee and Nick, it was exactly what they envisioned: thoughtful, refined, and premium.

The Menu

Recipe
Close-up of a classic Old Fashioned cocktail with a large ice cube and orange peel and maraschino cherry, expertly prepared by a luxury mobile mixologist serving Brighton and wider Sussex.
Espresso Martini
Old Fashioned
A beautifully crafted Negroni cocktail with an orange twist, served by a professional mobile mixologist in Brighton & Hove, perfect for premium events in Sussex.
Negroni
Wedding Cocktails
5* Service
 

Surprise Engagement Party

  • Hayley was referred to us by a previous client to provide a boutique cocktail service for her sister and fiancée’s surprise engagement garden party.

    With 50 close friends and family attending with a strong hospitality background, they sought a personalised, boutique experience that went beyond typical cocktail services.

  • The challenge was to deliver a bespoke, high-quality service tailored to a diverse guest list in an intimate setting. We curated a focused menu featuring a signature Margarita with house-made bitters, a bold Pornstar Martini, and a refreshing Hugo Mocktail.

    Our sleek mobile bar and professional team ensured seamless, attentive service that complemented the relaxed garden atmosphere.

  • The event vibe was exceptional, with guests praising the quality of the cocktails and personalised attention.

    Hayley confirmed that our service perfectly matched their desire for a unique, crafted experience, delivering the individualised level of care that made the celebration truly memorable.

The Menu

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Margarita made for private event in Sussex
Pornstar Martini
Margarita
Hugo Spritz Mocktail
Surprise!
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