We’re seeing some key trends for corporate events in Summer 2025 and we’d love to share our ideas with you!
The bar and the drinks are no longer just a must have on the tick list stacked with warm bottled beers, orange juice for the non drinkers and a glass of indescribable wine, they are a pillar of the event experience. From full non alcoholic bars to interactive drink experiences, companies are rightly investing in what and how they serve and entertain through drink, whether alcoholic or non. If you are planning a corporate event this Summer, our top tips and 2025 trends will help you stand out.
Non Alcoholic Options
A lonely orange juice and water station won’t cut it in 2025! With draft non alcoholic beer, 0% wines and fizz and a huge array of non alcoholic spirits for a G&T or a non alcoholic cocktail, there’s just no excuse for an out of date offering. We’re seeing more requests for a full non alcoholic bars for corporate festivals, family fun days and in house parties in warehouses and factories for example.
Bonus Tip; Highlight your non alcoholic bar or menu choices in your event marketing to show your inclusive thinking
Branding – Beyond the Basics
How can you truly get your brand in to hands, in pictures and in the memory of guests? Your bar and your drinks are the perfect stage for branding!
Branded glassware, reusable straws, stirrers
Physical bar structure branded
Bar ware – branded cocktail shakers, bar runners, cocktail napkins
Branded uniform – aprons or t-shirts
Custom Cocktails – renamed for your brand or event theme or even a cocktail in brand colours
Edible Logo – from printed rice paper toppers, branded garnish, ice cubes with logos or edible printing straight on to the drink
Branded Cans or bottles – own branded water, cocktail cans or gin minis
Interactive Drink Experiences
Get your guests involved in their drinks. Allow them to learn about what they are drinking, how it is made, how to enjoy it at home, all whilst having fun, breaking the ice with other attendees and taking away memories!
What Sip ‘n’ Swig offer;
Cocktail Demonstration followed by samples as a presentation, on a stage or trade show stand
Cocktail Masterclass for 6 – 40 guests but if there are additional we can offer breakout groups
Gin Tasting – including showcasing our own award winning Stag Gin
Cocktails can include non alcoholic cocktails or exclusively non alcoholic
Edible Cocktail Bubbles create excitement and intrigue
Bonus Tip; Include a competition to win some branded cocktail cans for best cocktail made at a cocktail masterclass judged on photos shared on social media.
Sponsored Drinks Reception
Event budget doesn’t stretch to a cocktail reception? How about encouraging a sponsored drinks reception. Not only could the brand get all of the benefits of a branded bar and drinks, also the event is elevated with guests enjoying an exciting arrival drink or cocktail
We’re here to discuss your 2025 corporate or private events with a focus on connectivity, creativity and memories but Summer dates are filling up fast – cheers@sipnswig.co.uk to discuss your next event!
Quick Fire FAQ’s – Frequently asked questions about Corporate Event Bars in 2025
- What are the top trends for Summer Corporate Event Bars Sip ‘n’ Swig are seeing for 2025?
Clear non alcoholic options whether it’s a non alcoholic bar or exclusive non alcoholic cocktails. Interactive experiences like cocktail making or edible alcoholic cocktail bubbles. Strong brand integration through brand colour drinks, branded uniforms, bar ware and custom logo cocktails.
2. Why would corporate events include a full non alcoholic bar in 2025?
Corporate Family Fun Days, Events with Vehicle Brands, Trade Shows with machinery or ‘in office’ events in workshops and factories are just some of the reasons we get asked for a ‘dry’ bar. Yes you could throw some cans on the side and let people help themselves, or you could make it part of the experience with non alcoholic draft beer, branded non alcoholic cocktails and a bar service that gives the event an exclusive and exciting feel, with or without alcohol.
3. How can I brand a corporate event bar with Sip ‘n’ Swig?
As well as the drinks being customised to your brand or renamed to suit your event or brand, the bar structure can have a branded infill, staff can wear branded aprons or t-shirts or the bar ware napkins, coasters or straws for example can also be branded.
4. What is a themed bar experience for a corporate event?
Bars and drinks can always be themed – how about a destination themed bar, think Tropical Tiki Lounge with Tropical Daiquiri and Pina Colada’s or a 1920’s Speakeasy with some classic cocktails.
What do the experts think?
Alicia Chiles – Freelance Event Producer said;
‘I completely agree we’re seeing an up swing in requests/needs for non alcoholic options as well. Also clients and bars are increasingly emphasising sustainability by sourcing ingredients locally and adjusting menus to reflect seasonal availability’
