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How a Branded Bar can Elevate your Corporate Event

  • Writer: Haps Dhand
    Haps Dhand
  • Mar 5, 2020
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jan 7

Corporate events don’t need to feel corporate.


Whether it’s a product launch, team celebration, brand activation or client event, the bar is one of the few touchpoints where guests slow down, engage and actually experience your brand.


When done properly, a mobile bar becomes more than a place to grab a drink - it becomes part of the story you’re telling.


The Power of a Themed Bar


One of the biggest opportunities we see at corporate events is theme-led bar design.


A themed bar instantly sets the tone and gives guests something to talk about. That could be:


  • a colour palette that matches your brand

  • a drinks menu inspired by your product or campaign

  • a seasonal or cultural theme

  • a premium “members’ club” feel

  • or something playful that breaks the ice


A theme doesn’t need to be over-the-top. Simple, well-executed ideas almost always land better than anything forced.


Personalised Bar Branding That Actually Works


Branding shouldn’t stop at a logo on a screen.


A mobile bar gives you a physical space to bring your brand to life. From branded menus and bar fronts to cocktail names, glassware and garnish choices, everything can be subtly aligned with your identity.


Done well, it feels considered and premium - not salesy.


Guests don’t feel like they’re being advertised to. They feel like they’re part of something curated.


Drinks as a Conversation Starter


At corporate events, drinks play a big role in breaking the ice.


A signature cocktail named after a campaign, product or value gives people something to talk about straight away. It sparks questions, starts conversations and keeps guests engaged longer.


It’s a small detail that makes a big difference.


Why Experience Still Matters


Even with themes and branding, experience is everything.


A beautifully branded bar means nothing if service is slow or disorganised. That’s why planning, logistics and an experienced team are still the foundation of everything we do.


Behind the scenes, we handle:


  • stock planning and delivery

  • bar setup and breakdown

  • staff coordination

  • timings and guest flow


So on the day, the bar feels effortless.


Professional, Polished, But Approachable


Corporate doesn’t have to mean stiff.

Our team understands how to strike the right balance - polished and professional, but relaxed enough to make guests feel comfortable. Reading the room is key, especially when you’ve got a mix of clients, colleagues and stakeholders in one space.


Final Thought


A corporate bar shouldn’t just serve drinks. It should:

  • support your brand

  • enhance your theme

  • encourage interaction

  • and elevate the overall event experience


When those elements come together, the bar becomes one of the most memorable parts of the event.


Haps Dhand


 
 
 

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