These Terms & Conditions apply to all bookings made with Essex Cocktail Co. By securing a booking, the client agrees to the following:
1. Booking & Deposit
- To secure your event date, a £100 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking.
- Your event date is not confirmed until the deposit has been received.
- The deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances, including cancellation by the client.
2. Payment Terms
- The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than 7 days prior to the start of your event.
- Failure to make full payment within this timeframe may result in cancellation of your booking, and the deposit will not be refunded.
3. Nature of Service – Dry Bar Only
- Essex Cocktail Co. provides a dry bar service only.
- We do not supply or sell alcohol for any event.
- The client is solely responsible for the purchase and provision of all alcohol required for the event.
- It is the client’s responsibility to ensure all necessary permissions, licences, or venue approvals relating to alcohol are obtained.
4. Equipment & Stock Ownership
- Essex Cocktail Co supplies and retains ownership of: purées, syrups, ice, fruit & garnishes, bar equipment, and tools.
- All Essex Cocktail Co. property, unused stock, and equipment will be removed by our team at the conclusion of the event.
5. During Service
- Essex Cocktail Co will maintain a clean and organised working environment throughout service.
- We are responsible only for our own equipment and property.
- We are not responsible for the venue, venue property, or any damages unrelated to Essex Cocktail Co. equipment or staff actions.
6. Conclusion of Event
- At the end of the event, Essex Cocktail Co will clear down and tidy the bar working area and remove all company-owned equipment and supplies.
- All rubbish will be left for the client to dispose of.
- While we will leave the working area clean and tidy, indoor venues may require additional mopping following service.
7. Client Responsibilities
The client agrees to:
- Provide safe and suitable access to the venue.
- Ensure adequate space is available for bar setup and service.
- Provide access to power and water if required (to be agreed in advance).
- Provide suitable shelter for outdoor events (if required).
- Ensure appropriate licensing requirements are met for alcohol consumption at the event.
8. Liability
- Essex Cocktail Co. accepts no liability for alcohol supplied by the client, guest behaviour, or damage to venue property not caused directly by our staff.
- Any damages caused directly by Essex Cocktail Co. staff through negligence will be addressed appropriately.
9. Acceptance of Terms
- Payment of the deposit confirms acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.