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Best Bartenders in East Sussex

Looking to elevate your next East Sussex event with expertly crafted cocktails and impeccable service? Discover our curated selection of the best bartenders for hire in East Sussex. We have 25 incredible bartenders ready to shake, stir, and pour, offering everything from professional cocktail mixologists to flair bartenders and general bar staff. Perfect for weddings at places like Buxted Park Hotel or private parties in beautiful Lewes, our team is ready to impress.

Every bartender in this selection has been thoroughly vetted by our team, ensuring they meet our high standards for skill, professionalism, and client satisfaction based on their reputation, booking history, and verified customer reviews.
The average hire price for a bartender is £5359 per event, with the final cost varying depending on the number of staff members required, the duration of service, and the complexity of your drinks menu.
Our talented East Sussex bartenders have collectively served at 628 events, earning 210 verified reviews with an outstanding average rating of 4.92*.

Cocktail Bartenders Create The Perfect Cocktails

4.53(19 reviews)

• 59 bookings

Cocktail Bartenders Create The Perfect Cocktails

Our team of trained professional bartenders offer amazing service creating delicious drinks and leaving you and your guests at ease to enjoy your event.

from £165 / event

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Reviews for Best Bartenders in East Sussex

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in East Sussex

Chloe Kershen7 Oct 2025

Booked for Birthday party

Rachid was amazing! He was punctual, helpful, friendly and he made the night extra special. The drinks he made were delicious and all of our guests commented on how fantastic he was. He will definitely be someone we would want to book again for events in the future. Thank you Rachid!

Chris Smith2 Sep 2024

Booked for Birthday party

Roger was absolutely brilliant and totally made our party. The drinks were delicious! His bar skills excellent and everyone loved the cocktails he made. Communication was clear and quick responses. Great value for money and highly recommended to take your party to the next level.

Jueane Thiessen2 Jul 2024

Booked for Celebration

I am so happy I hired Private Mixologist for my party. They were responsive, helpful and really elevated my event. The mixologist was knowledgeable, friendly, arrived early to set up, a true professional. A perfect match for my guests. I would definitely recommend and will hire again.

Candy Sangha29 Aug 2023

Booked for Anniversary

Had great experience with Adapt Event, initial contact was with Zibu, informative and clear. Mike was our barman, he was great, professional and friendly. A friend at the party have dietary requirement and Mike was very accommodating, he made a different cocktail for her which was fantastic. I had so many compliments for Mike, would recommend and definitely will use Adapt Event again. Thank you Mike for making my party a success.

Bianca Rizoiu21 May 2021

Booked for Corporate Function

The whole service was great. I appreciated their responsiveness, attention to details, punctuality and Norbert, our cocktail mixologist, who was so friendly. His cocktails were amazing, very tasty! Thank you!!

Richard Wilkinson24 Aug 2018

Booked for Private party

"Diamond Pearl Events were absolutely fantastic, they supplied 2 bar staff to serve approx. 70 people drinks at my garden party. They were extremely happy to help, always had a smile on their faces. The bar staff served behind the bar and also walked around the marquee making sure everyone had a drink and also cleaned up the empty drinks and plates. All the guest said they were so good and no one went home thirsty, a few guests made the comment that just after they finished their drink another would appear without the guest even asking! I would 100% recommend Diamond Pearl Events"

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Professional Bartenders to Craft Your Favourite Cocktails

4.64(11 reviews)

• 16 bookings

Professional Bartenders to Craft Your Favourite Cocktails

All of our bartenders are very experienced and comfortable working in different environments. With a passion for drinks and service.

from £300 / event

Professional & Charismatic Mixologists for Your Event

5.0(8 reviews)

• 6 bookings

Professional & Charismatic Mixologists for Your Event

Our creative recipes are made around the client's preferences and tastes in order to assure a personalised service on every event we take part of.

from £180 / event

Elite Pour Perfection: Transform Your Event with Premier Mixologists

5.0(7 reviews)

• 12 bookings

Elite Pour Perfection: Transform Your Event with Premier Mixologists

Transform events with Bar Innovation! 15+ yrs of 5-star mixology. We don't just serve drinks, we craft memories. #EpicBartending 🍹✨🚀

from £400 / event

Bartender To Elevate Your Drinks Experience

5.0(4 reviews)

• 1 booking

Bartender To Elevate Your Drinks Experience

Swift, attentive service and expertly crafted cocktails, dedicated to creating unforgettable events. Our full-service bar covers all your needs, ensuring each guest enjoys the perfect sip.

from £220 / event

Experienced Cocktail Mixologists to Serve Drinks & Cocktails

5.0(8 reviews)

• 14 bookings

Experienced Cocktail Mixologists to Serve Drinks & Cocktails

Our team of experienced professional mixologists offer amazing service creating delicious drinks and cocktails so you and your guests can sit back and relax to enjoy fantastic cocktails.

from £375 / event

Bartender to Make an Unforgettable Party

5.0(3 reviews)

• 2 bookings

Bartender to Make an Unforgettable Party

Transform your event with bespoke cocktails, expert service, and a memorable bar experience that delights every guest.

from £180 / event

POPTOP CHOICE 😎

4.93(98 reviews)

• 335 bookings

Professional Cocktail Mixologist

We can deliver quality services that will lighten up your event! Professional mixologists for all types of events!

from £294 / event

5.0(1 review)

• 5 bookings

World-Class Bartenders Ready To Impress

Experience the art of bartending with our world-class team! Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, personalized service, and unforgettable flair that elevate your event to new heights.

from £260 / event

Professional Bartenders Providing Amazing Cocktails

4.96(83 reviews)

• 173 bookings

Professional Bartenders Providing Amazing Cocktails

Our team will deliver the best hospitality, serving tasteful cocktails with a smile and leaving you with a remarkable experience.

from £180 / event

🍸 Signature Cocktail Bartender Experience

5.0(25 reviews)

• 1 booking

🍸 Signature Cocktail Bartender Experience

Experience luxury mixology anywhere. Premium spirits, fresh citrus, and bespoke cordials — we bring a full cocktail bar to you for unforgettable, beautifully served celebrations. 🍸

from £200 / event

Mixologist to Serve Amazing Cocktails at Your Party

5.0(40 reviews)

• 86 bookings

Mixologist to Serve Amazing Cocktails at Your Party

All of our bartenders are professionally trained and have knowledge of over 300 cocktails. This includes your bespoke cocktail menu.

from £270 / event

Flair Bartender with Knowledge of Over 250 Cocktails

5.0(40 reviews)

• 86 bookings

Flair Bartender with Knowledge of Over 250 Cocktails

Flair bartenders are the elite when it comes to cocktail bartenders. With knowledge of over 250 cocktails, along with their bottle flips and tricks

from £318 / event

Experience Premium Service with Our Professional Bartenders

4.97(35 reviews)

• 65 bookings

Experience Premium Service with Our Professional Bartenders

Experience premium service from our professional bartenders who know how to mix perfect cocktails! Cocktail Time will ensure your guests are served by reliable and knowledgeable bartenders.

from £360 / event

Trained Bartender Staff Creating Drinks for You

4.96(24 reviews)

• 89 bookings

Trained Bartender Staff Creating Drinks for You

If you want to spice up the night with a Caipiroska, Martinis or a classic Cosmopolitan, we've got you covered! Simple or complex, sweet or sour, classic or contemporary.

from £270 / event

Trained Bartender Ready to Create Any Drink that you Desire

5.0(3 reviews)

• 13 bookings

Trained Bartender Ready to Create Any Drink that you Desire

If you want to spice up the night with a Caipiroska, a classic Cosmopolitan or one of our popular martinis- We've got you covered!

from £320 / event

Professional Mixologists Serving the Best Possible Drinks

5.0(7 reviews)

• 7 bookings

Professional Mixologists Serving the Best Possible Drinks

Our staff will really add to your event by serving the best possible drinks and adding great personality to your event!

from £425 / event

Fabulous Cocktail Bartenders at Your Private Party

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4.92(36 reviews)

• 51 bookings

Fabulous Cocktail Bartenders at Your Private Party

You can be safe in the knowledge that our bar service will run perfectly in the capable hands of our experienced staff, leaving you to relax and enjoy the occasion.

from £236 / event

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Expert Cocktail Bartender Mixologist

5.0(21 reviews)

• 64 bookings

When you hire an expert cocktail bartender, they arrive fully loaded with their professional grade mixology kit and make you cocktails to order. You tell us which cocktails you'd like and we send you a shopping list so that you know which ingredients to buy ahead of time. We also send your cocktail menus beforehand to display on the night. Note: Included in the standard five hours is 1 hour of preparation time and 30 minutes of clean up time, leaving with you 3.5 hours of cocktail bar service.

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Our mission to Achieve 100% client satisfaction by 2026. We are doing that by offering exceptional and quality service. Service is everything to us and our values is deep-rooted within our small team of hospitality enthusiasts, who achieved 97% client satisfaction for 2024.

from £345 / event

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