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How to Integrate Mocktail Catering Into Your Next Graduation Party

May 11, 20261 min read

How to Integrate Mocktail Catering Into Your Next Graduation Party

Graduation parties bring together a unique mix of people: grandparents, school friends, and siblings. You want something sophisticated for the adults, but you also need to keep things safe and fun for the younger crowd. That’s where mocktail catering comes in.

Why Mocktails?

  • Safety: For high school graduations, an alcohol-free event is often the responsible choice.

  • Inclusivity: When you serve a "Valedictorian Virgin Mojito," everyone from the 10-year-old cousin to the grandmother feels included in the toast.

  • Instagram-Worthy: Craft mocktails with fresh herbs and school-themed colors are beautiful and central to the party's decor.

The Mead Advantage
We specialize in bar staffing and rentals. With our dry hire model, you supplying the mixers and juices, and we provide the professional staff and a complete, itemized shopping list.

Pricing: Base service starts at $1,000 for 75 guests or fewer. For a mocktail-only bar, you can usually expect to spend about $5 to $7 per person on ingredients.

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