BEVERAGES & BAR
Bar service for events in Vancouver
Avela brings world-class cocktails and full-service bar experiences to weddings, corporate events, brand activations and private gatherings across Metro Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast. From expertly crafted cocktail menus and professional bartenders to glassware, bar setup and liquor licensing coordination, we handle every detail to deliver an exceptional bar experience.
What we offer
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Signature cocktails
Our house menu of signature cocktails, made with seasonal and regional ingredients and house-made cordials and syrups.
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Classics, done properly
Old Fashioned, Paper Plane, Penicillin, Negroni and more, made the way they should be.
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Zero proof & Mocktails
Alcohol-free cocktails and Mocktails made with the same care, so everyone has something worth ordering.
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Custom drink development
A drink created for your brand, your launch or your wedding.
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Wine pairings
Wines chosen to match your menu, course by course.
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Bar experiences
Themed bars and Champagne sabering for the moments guests remember.
Pink Cashmere, one of our ACE signatures
The cocktail program
A world-class cocktail bar, brought to your event.
Our cocktail menu is built the same way our chefs approach food: seasonal ingredients, house-made cordials and syrups, inventive flavour combinations designed to pair with our menus, and refined presentation. Each cocktail is developed with the same attention to detail found in a leading cocktail bar, while remaining adaptable to the unique demands of large-scale events and private celebrations.
That philosophy extends across our entire bar team. Through hands-on training, ongoing education and a shared commitment to exceptional hospitality, our bartenders bring the technical knowledge, product expertise and attention to detail expected in a premium cocktail bar, from precision and consistency in every pour to engaging, knowledgeable guest interactions, at every event, whatever its size or setting.
The result is a bar program that feels like an extension of the meal, not an afterthought, bringing the craftsmanship, creativity and sophistication of a world-class cocktail bar directly to your guests.
From the bar
A few from our cocktail program.
BEHIND THE BAR
Jacob Sweetapple
Developed in-house by Avela co-founder Jacob Sweetapple, our cocktail program reflects his extensive experience in the international bar industry, from managing some of Vancouver’s most recognized cocktail destinations, including Chambar and Fairmont Pacific Rim, to competing in professional bartending competitions and working within the world of award-winning cocktail bars.
With more than 25 years in hospitality and a career shaped by competitive bartending, luxury hotels and the World’s 50 Best Bars community, Jacob brings a distinctive combination of technical expertise, creativity and innovation to Avela’s beverage program. He won the Global Gin Cocktail Masters in London in 2011, opened the cocktail program at the Fairmont Pacific Rim and has judged for The World’s 50 Best Bars.
Pink Cashmere, one of our ACE signatures
The cocktail program
A world-class cocktail bar, brought to your event.
Our cocktail menu is built the same way our chefs approach food: seasonal ingredients, house-made cordials and syrups, inventive flavour combinations designed to pair with our menus, and refined presentation. Each cocktail is developed with the same attention to detail found in a leading cocktail bar, while remaining adaptable to the unique demands of large-scale events and private celebrations.
That philosophy extends across our entire bar team. Through hands-on training, ongoing education and a shared commitment to exceptional hospitality, our bartenders bring the technical knowledge, product expertise and attention to detail expected in a premium cocktail bar, from precision and consistency in every pour to engaging, knowledgeable guest interactions, at every event, whatever its size or setting.
The result is a bar program that feels like an extension of the meal, not an afterthought, bringing the craftsmanship, creativity and sophistication of a world-class cocktail bar directly to your guests.
FAQ
Questions
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Yes. We design custom cocktails around your brand, launch or wedding, from flavour and garnish to the name on the menu. For larger or more complex events, cocktail tastings are available so you can try them before the day.
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Absolutely. Our zero-proof cocktails and mocktails are crafted with the same care as our signature menu, using house-made cordials, fresh juices and seasonal ingredients. Many of our signature cocktails can also be made zero-proof, so guests who aren’t drinking still enjoy the full experience, and no one is left holding a soda water.
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Yes. Avela holds a BC catering liquor licence, and we’ll walk you through what’s required for your event and venue, including Special Event Permits where needed.
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Yes. We can run the bar on its own, or pair it with any of our catering.
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Yes. You’re welcome to supply your own alcohol, and our team will handle everything else: bartenders, glassware, rentals, ice, mixers, garnishes, setup and tear-down. A corkage fee applies, and the appropriate liquor licensing is required for your event. We’re happy to walk you through what’s needed.
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Bar service is quoted as part of your proposal, with staffing, glassware, beverages and fees itemized so you know exactly what you’re paying for. Choose a full bar package or à la carte pricing.
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Our cocktail menu was developed in-house by co-founder Jacob Sweetapple and built the same way our chefs approach food: seasonal ingredients, house-made cordials and syrups, and flavours designed to pair with our menus. The result is a bar program that feels like an extension of the meal, not an afterthought.
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Our bar is run by experienced mixologists who know our cocktail menu inside and out. They’re trained alongside our culinary and service team and led by your event manager, so the bar runs as seamlessly as the rest of your event.
PLAN YOUR EVENT
Planning drinks for an event?
Tell us about it and we’ll design a bar to suit.