As a regulation of our venue rental agreements as of 11/20/21,
no
outside alcohol is allowed to be consumed on the premises.
THE SILO CASH BAR
A Silo Cash Bar is certainly the most budget-friendly option for wedding hosts costing only the $450.00 set up fee. The Bar will be fully Stocked and have a minimum of 2 bartenders to assure quick consistent service for your guest. We also allow you to name two of our signature drinks for your special day. Silo bar is equipped to accept Cash, All Major Credit & Debit Cards.
BUDGET TIP: This is the most budget-friendly option if you are looking to save in this area. With the money you’re saving, you can put it towards upgrading other services!
THE SILO HOST BAR
The Silo Host Bar and The Silo Open Bar get confused a lot. You’re paying the bill for both, but with a host bar the bill is calculated based on drinks that your guests order. The bartender will keep track of the drinks ordered and you’ll be charged for each one at the end of the night. Basically, it’s a running tab that the host will pay at the end of the bar service.
Flat $450.00 set up fee
THE SILO OPEN BAR
A Silo Open Bar is one of the most common bar options for a wedding. As its name suggests, the wedding hosts will pay a flat fee based on number of guests/hours for the bar, which allows the guests to drink without charge. The key to an open bar is to decide the following characteristics.
**FOR THE SILO HOST BAR & SILO OPEN BAR
- What type of alcohol do you want to serve? Keep in mind that the premium shelf liquor will increase the cost of your open bar.
- Will you have an open bar for the entire reception or only the cocktail hour? An easy way to cut down costs is to have an open bar during the cocktail hour, and then switch to a cash bar during the rest of the wedding reception.
- Do you only want to provide open bar to the wedding party and immediate family using wrist bands and the remainder of guest have access to the cash bar?
THE SILO CASH BAR WITH DRINK TICKETS
Silo Farms allow you to give drink tickets to guests. You pre-pay for those drinks based on how many tickets you will give out, then anything beyond those first two drinks is covered by the guests. This is a common option for a Host that may wish to provide two drinks per guest, and then guests can choose to purchase extra drinks if they wish.
As a regulation of our venue rental agreements as of 11/20/21, no outside alcohol is allowed to be consumed on the premises.
If there is a particular type of craft beer or liquor that you prefer, tell the venue team and they’ll do all they can to make sure it is stocked just for you.
CAN WE HAVE A SIGNATURE COCKTAIL?
Certainly! A signature cocktail is the perfect option for multiple reasons. You can showcase a flavor you love! It helps the bar staff plan ahead for your event. It also helps guests decide what to drink. If they see a signature cocktail on the menu featuring a cute name that speaks to your relationship, then they’re bound to order it! For you, it also helps you decide in advance if you want guests to generally be drinking something that’s refreshing while light on booze, or something heavier.
Some cocktails can be batched in advance which is why they’re perfect for large group events. Batched cocktails or pre-prepared cocktails mean no long lines at the bar!
If you book with Silo Farms and want a signature cocktail, then our team will work with you to create something that fits your bar service level and taste preferences.
WHAT ARE COCKTAIL STATIONS?
This is a fairly modern idea so that guests can build their perfect drink. Great examples would be a Bloody Mary bar where guests can add their own garnishes and spice level. If Marjorie wants extra fiery spiciness with olives, celery, and Worcestershire sauce but Lisa wants mild with a bacon stir stick, then they can both build their own at a Bloody Mary bar.
Alternative cocktail stations to consider are:
- Spiked hot chocolate bar with options like rum or whiskey, plus marshmallows or grated chocolate
- Build your own sangrias with fruit garnishes and a choice of wine or low-alcohol punch
- Margarita station with salt and liqueur options
- Mojito bar with a choice of rums and garnishes