KENT ISLAND, MD — Chesapeake Bartenders, a leading provider of curated bar experiences in the DMV region, has officially launched its Classic Bar Collection—a new lineup of affordable mobile bar rentals designed for corporate, nonprofit, and private events. The collection includes four stylish bar setups that balance visual appeal with practical functionality, making them ideal for events that don’t require heavy wooden bars or high delivery fees. The Classic Bar Collection price point ranges from $200 – $250 and can serve up to 100 guests.

The inspiration behind the Classic Collection stems from growing demand among corporate and private clients for budget-conscious bar options that still feel intentional and elevated.

“Not every event needs a 100-lb wooden bar and a two-person delivery crew,” said Courtney Smith, founder of Chesapeake Bartenders. “But that doesn’t mean clients should have to settle for a plain folding table either. The Classic Bar Collection is our solution—clean, styled setups that are efficient to transport and beautiful on site.”

Each bar in the collection is built using standard 6-foot tables and then fully dressed using high-quality linens, curated runners, coordinated signage, and detailed design elements. The goal is to maintain the Chesapeake Bartenders aesthetic—refined, welcoming, and professional—while offering an accessible price point.

The Classic Bar Collection includes:

The Noir Bar – A sleek black-and-ivory setup with floral detailing and gold accents. French-inspired and ideal for corporate events and cocktail hours. 

The English Garden – A spring-inspired setup featuring wildflower runners, topiaries, and eucalyptus garland. Designed for showers, brunches, and outdoor weddings. 

Limonetta – A cheerful lemon-accented setup with a blue floral runner and ivory linens. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast and ideal for summer gatherings and private parties. 

La Crème Bar – A minimalist black-and-ivory floral setup with clean lines and a sophisticated feel, suitable for modern weddings, engagement parties, and formal receptions.

Noir Bar Rental

While Chesapeake Bartenders will continue to offer their formal wooden bars, including the popular Chessie Bar, the Classic Collection is positioned as a lighter, lower-cost alternative that is easier to deliver and set up—especially for weekday events, nonprofit galas, or venue-restricted load-ins.

The collection is already seeing interest from event planners, venue partners, and repeat clients looking for more flexible styling options. Each bar can be paired with the company’s full-service bartending team, beverage planning support, and optional add-ons such as white bar lamps, custom shelving, or self-serve water stations.

To learn more or view the full bar gallery, visit https://www.chesapeakebartenders.com/mobile-bar-rentals

For media inquiries please email courtney at chesapeakebartenders dot com.

Have you ever thought about becoming TIPS Certified? If so, you’re in luck! Chesapeake Bartenders is hosting a TIPS Certification training in Stevensville this July. Just a short drive from Annapolis, this 3-hour workshop will take place at Venue 1631, located at 109 Market Court in downtown Stevensville, on July 11th, 2022 from 6-9pm. The cost is just $47 per person and comes with a 4-year certification. Not only is being TIPS Certified necessary for professional bartending, it’s also useful for servers, cashiers, liquor license holders and anyone else who sells alcohol. Spaces are limited, so email courtney@chesapeakebartenders.com to reserve your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!

Everyone knows that weddings can be expensive, and catering costs are no small part. While planning your big day, you’ve probably scoured the internet looking for tips and tricks on how to save money on catering costs at your wedding. Luckily, Courtney Smith, owner of Chesapeake Bartenders, sat down with GOBankingRates to discuss 10 of the best kept secrets on how to trim bar costs for your big day.

 

  1. Call the liquor store ahead of time and ask about sale items.
  2. Opt for rail liquor instead of name brand.
  3. Purchase cans of beer instead of glass bottles.
  4. Choose boxed wine, as it will be served in glasses anyway.
  5. Sangria is not only one of the more aesthetically pleasing cocktails, it’s also budget-friendly.
  6. Purchase two liter bottles for mixers and cocktails.
  7. Offer mocktails as an alternative to cocktails.
  8. Select filtered water instead of bottled water.
  9. Ask the liquor store if you can return any unopened bottles for a refund.
  10. Skip glassware rentals and go with 20oz plastic cups instead.

Do you want to learn more about how to cut costs on your big day? Read the full article on GoBankingRates‘ website on How To Save on Catering Costs at Your Wedding.

 

Are you interested in hiring Chesapeake Bartenders for your big day? Check out our wedding bartending services and request your free quote today.



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

July 24, 2021 – Annapolis, Maryland

Chesapeake Bartenders Unveils Halloween Cocktail Kit Menu For Pre-Orders in Anne Arundel County and Queen Anne’s County

Chesapeake Bartenders, a professional event bartending business based in Arnold, Maryland unveils Halloween Cocktail Kit Menu.

The newest cocktail kit menu consists of a variety of cocktail creations inspired by Halloween, and includes the following options:

  • Smoked S’mores Old Fashioned
  • Devil’s Sangria
  • Black Widow Smash
  • Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini
  • Bourbon Caramel Cider
  • Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria

The Halloween Cocktail kits start at $75+, provide between 8-15 servings per kit, have free delivery in Anne Arundel County and Queen Anne’s County, include festive garnishes, directions, all necessary ingredients, a small container of dry ice pellets (to create smokey drinks), Halloween-themed cups and more.

The kits are delivered in gift bags, with all contents inside. There are two types of Halloween Cocktail Kits – Ready to Drink or DIY (more interactive). The only cocktail kit that is Do-It-Yourself, is the Smoked S’mores Old Fashioned kit, which features a bottle of bourbon, marshmallow simple syrup, chocolate bitters, a mini Sterno S’mores heat fuel can (for roasting marshmallows as a garnish), and additional ingredients for a more interactive mixology experience.

In an effort to stay ahead of potential supply chain issues, Chesapeake Bartenders unveiled this cocktail kit menu months ahead of time. Co-Owner Brett Workman says

“over the last year, we found it really difficult to keep necessary cocktail kit items in stock, especially some of the containers for the cocktails and the garnishes. We learned that during the holidays, we often get last minute orders, which we did our best to deliver. Sometimes however, we just could not get the necessary supplies to fill those orders. This time around, we decided to share the menu well in advance, in an effort to confirm pre-orders and proactively order the quantities needed in time for delivery.”

Pre-orders are now open, and simply require customers to fill out a form on the website. Delivery is free any day in October, with the exception of Halloween, which includes a $10 delivery charge – a standard rate the company charges to deliver on holidays.

For more information or to pre-order, please visit the Halloween Cocktail Kit page.

 

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Chesapeake Bartenders is an event bartending company based in Arnold, MD and serving Maryland, DC, Northern Virginia and Delaware. Service offerings include staffing professional, TIPS-certified bartenders and servers, bartending packages, cocktail kits, mixology events, mobile bars and custom drink creation. For more information, please email info@chesapeakebartenders.com.

1517 Ritchie Hwy Ste L3, Arnold, MD 21012

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