Mixologists for hire in Los Angeles
Vetted, insured mixologists for backyard weddings, rooftop parties, and studio events across Los Angeles — booked in minutes, paid securely after your event.
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Popular mixologist services in LA
Every event type has its own pace — pick what fits yours.
Backyard Wedding Cocktails
from $45/hr
Studio & Brand Event Mixologist
from $58/hr
Pool Party Signature Cocktail Bar
from $71/hr
Hillside Cocktail Party
from $84/hr
Holiday Party Mixologist
from $97/hr
Bachelorette Weekend Mixologist
from $110/hr
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Post your event freeHow much does a mixologist cost in Los Angeles?
Rates vary by event size and service style. Here's what LA hosts typically pay per hour, based on recent Updone bookings.
Rates shown are hourly ranges reported across Los Angeles bookings and exclude alcohol, which hosts typically supply.
How to hire a mixologist in Los Angeles
Post Your Event (Free & Easy)
Tell us your event details: date, time, location, and service you need. No upfront payment required. Just share your event theme, guest count, and the cocktail style you have in mind.
Get Offers & Compare
Verified mixologists near you send offers with transparent pricing. Chat, compare rates, and pick the perfect match. Just compare mixologist profiles, signature menus, and craft cocktail experience.
Book Securely & Pay After the Event
Lock in your mixologist with a booking payment. Funds stay protected and are only released after your event, giving you total peace of mind. Just confirm your mixologist and get ready to serve unforgettable cocktails.
Meet LA mixologists on Updone
A sample of verified mixologists active across Los Angeles.
Why hosts in LA hire mixologists through Updone
Craft Cocktails, Not Just Pours
Mixologists build balanced, creative drinks from fresh ingredients and house-made syrups.
Custom Menu Design
Get a signature cocktail menu tailored to your theme, season, and guest list.
Licensed & Insured
Every mixologist is certified to serve alcohol and covered by liability insurance.
Menus Built for LA Venues
From rooftops to backyards, mixologists plan menus and bar setups around your space.
Mixologist specialties available in LA
Find the exact skill set your event calls for.
Most requestedCraft Cocktail Mixologist
Available in LA
Tequila & Mezcal Specialist
Poolside Cocktail Mixologist
Signature Menu Designer
Mobile Cocktail Bar Mixologist
Zero-Proof Mixologist
Wine & Champagne Bar Host
Mixologists for hire near you in Los Angeles
Updone mixologists serve events across greater Los Angeles, including these neighborhoods.
Hire a mixologist in Los Angeles
Studio launch parties and backyard celebrations drive demand here.
Hire a mixologist in Hollywood
Industry events and press activations need polished staff.
Hire a mixologist in Santa Monica
Beachside weddings and corporate offsites keep demand steady.
Hire a mixologist in Beverly Hills
Private estate parties call for experienced, polished staff.
Sample cocktail menus for Los Angeles events
LA hosts tend to want fresh, sun-ready drinks. These starting points show what a Los Angeles mixologist can build around your guest count, venue, and theme.
The Citrus & Agave Menu
Fresh, bright, and sun-ready
- Paloma
- Mezcal Margarita
- Spicy Cucumber Margarita
- Grapefruit Spritz
- Tequila Old Fashioned
The Backyard Wedding Menu
Easy, elegant, outdoor-friendly
- Two signature cocktails for the couple
- Sparkling rosé spritz
- Seasonal fruit sangria
- A zero-proof cooler
The Zero-Proof & Low-ABV Menu
Craft drinks for every guest
- Cucumber-mint cooler
- Citrus-herb spritz, no alcohol
- Hibiscus refresher
- Low-ABV aperitivo spritz
How a Los Angeles mixologist plans your cocktail menu
- 1
Share your brief
Tell your mixologist the theme, guest count, and whether you're hosting at a home, rooftop, studio, or venue.
- 2
Design the menu
They propose three to five drinks tuned to LA weather and your crowd, from agave-forward to light and low-ABV.
- 3
Confirm logistics
Agree on parking and load-in, access to power, ice, and water, and who supplies the alcohol and glassware.
- 4
Prep and serve
Your mixologist sets up the bar, preps garnishes, and keeps cocktails flowing from the first guest to last call.
Cocktail events a mixologist elevates in Los Angeles
Backyard & hillside parties
From Silver Lake to Pasadena, fresh-citrus and agave-forward cocktails suit warm evenings outdoors.
Rooftop & pool parties
Downtown and Santa Monica venues call for light spritzes and refreshing long drinks that hold up outdoors.
Studio launches & brand events
In Culver City and Burbank, a branded signature cocktail gives guests something to photograph and share.
Estate & vineyard weddings
For Malibu and Calabasas estates, a custom two-cocktail menu pairs well with a wine and champagne bar.
A year of cocktails in Los Angeles
Spring
Bright citrus, herbs, and light spritzes for garden parties and outdoor weddings.
Summer
Agave-forward coolers and refreshing zero-proof options for pool and rooftop events.
Fall
Smoky mezcal old fashioneds and apple-forward cocktails for harvest-style gatherings.
Winter
Festive, warming cocktails and sparkling menus for holiday parties, often still on the patio.
What LA hosts are saying
We hired a mixologist for our wedding reception and it was such a relief. They designed a signature cocktail menu that guests are still talking about. It made the whole night feel effortless.
Michael T. Anaheim
Booking a mixologist through Updone for our birthday party was the best call we made. They crafted every drink from scratch with fresh ingredients and beautiful presentation. Couldn't have asked for a smoother experience.
Emily K. Riverside
For our corporate event, our mixologist walked guests through each cocktail and made the bar feel like an experience. Already planning to hire through Updone again.
Luis M. Irvine
Our engagement party ran so smoothly thanks to our mixologist — they built a custom menu around our theme and executed every pour flawlessly. Worth every penny.
Daniel R. Long Beach
I was nervous about staffing our backyard gathering, but our mixologist brought creative, balanced cocktails and kept the line moving without cutting corners without missing a beat. The whole booking process was faster than we expected too.
Rachel P. Los Angeles
Hands down the easiest part of planning our holiday party was the mixologist we booked. They paired drinks with our menu perfectly and made every guest feel looked after. Exactly the kind of service we were hoping for.
Sofia G. Santa Monica
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