About Us

Professional Bar Catering Services

Imagine custom cocktails designed just for the night; captivating showmanship behind the bar – the pop, the fizzle, the shake, stir, and the theatrics; bartending at it’s finest; your guests – each one of them with a drink in hand and a smile in place… imagine hosting a seamless event that is a hit and the talk of your circle for days to come… now imagine us running the show.  We will ensure a seamless transition from one bar to the next with our expert care.

Lyght House Cocktails is a comprehensive bar catering service company launched to bring the perfect bartending experience to your event, every time, so that you can focus on entertaining your guests and hosting an exceptional event like the star that you are!

Our knowledge of mixology, combined with exceptional customer service makes us one of the best bar catering services in Georgia. We assist you in creating an unforgettable bar that allows both you and your guests to Experience. Indulge. Inspire.  

We love collaborating with our clients to create memorable bartending experiences.  Prepare to kickstart our initial planning session by explaining the vision for your event, followed by  discussing the best liquor, beer, wine, and champagne selections you desire.  While we are most excited to chat about the  process of creating signatur e  drinks to suit your personal tastes and event themes, we want to know that we have your needs top of mind and ready to serve! Each one of our custom cocktails is crafted with fresh and flavourful, premium ingredients; some of which are selected from local vendors.

Carmaleita Willis Lyght – CEO & Lead Bartender

-Aldo Leopold

With over 15 years of experience, Lyght House Cocktails’ owner and mixologist, Carmaleita Willis Lyght brings a great attitude, new ideas, and an exceptional team to all of her events.  She learned the trade of mixing under her father’s leadership.  ‘Joe Willis,’ as he is affectionately known, taught her everything he knows including great customer service, delivering superior products, paying meticulous attention to detail, and knowing the client. Under Carmaleita’s guidance, the Lyght House Cocktails team continues to grow in both leadership and experience.  From bartenders to servers and other hospitality staff, Lyght House Cocktails can supply all your event bartending needs. 

-Aldo Leopold

Looking for services in the Augusta and CSRA area? We are here to service your bar catering and other bar service needs here too!  Led by the “man who started it all,” Joe Willis will delight and charm as you leave your cares behind and allow our team to serve you and yours.

It is our pleasure to serve in a compassionate and exuberant manner.  My team and I look forward to providing you and your guests exceptional customer service, pouring up fantastic cocktails, and delivering the very best bar experience.  Let us show you where the life of the party begins! 

Our Team

Lead Bartender/Mixologist

Team member serves a primary point of contact on event day. He or she has extensive knowledge in spirits and flavor parings and enjoys crafting interesting cocktails.

Bartender

Team member is well versed in most widely known cocktail varietals.

Barback

Team member serves as the assistant to bartender by keeping garnish prepped, ice replenished, etc.

Wait Staff

Team member can serve cocktails to guests on the floor, collect & dispose of used items and serve food items.

Hospitality

Team member can offer other services as deemed necessary per the client.

Lead Bartender/Mixologist

Team member serves a primary point of contact on event day. He or she has extensive knowledge in spirits and flavor parings and enjoys crafting interesting cocktails.

Bartender

Team member is well versed in most widely known cocktail varietals.

Barback

Team member serves as the assistant to bartender by keeping garnish prepped, ice replenished, etc.

Wait staff

Team member can serve cocktails to guests on the floor, collect & dispose of used items and serve food items.

Hospitality

Team member can offer other services as deemed necessary per the client.

At minimum, all events will be staffed with a lead bartender. Each bartender comes prepared with:

    You may mix and match items from the packages and package enhancements to create a la carte options.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Lyght House Cocktails provides bartending services for all private events. We bring and setup everything to ensure a seamless, successful and fun event! This includes bartenders, wait staff, bar accessories, and more. Please see a complete listing of other items on the services page.
      Yes, Lyght House Cocktails does not provide any alcohol. We will provide all mixers, premium signature drink mixes and any barware accessories.

      Our top priority is always outstanding customer service! When planning your event, we recommend a lead bartender at all times. Although each event is different and may require certain circumstances; typically, the bartender to guest ratio is 1:50.

      Our bartenders are available and more than happy to serve any combination of drinks from your chosen package in addition to any other beverages you may need served; including, but not limited to, non-alcoholic drinks and frozen dispensed beverages.

      Yes, we will gladly customize a complete shopping guide and designed cocktail menu for display per your request.

      Yes, if you have something already in mind, we will follow your specific recipe. If you aren’t sure what to serve, we would love to tailor something just for you provided by our sister company, Inspiring Spirits!

      Yes, we can provide glassware for your event. We have several event-specific varieties available for rent. Check out our services page. If you prefer plastic ware, we can provide that too.

      Absolutely, we would love to join you at your chosen venue! Travel rates may apply.

      Yes, we do. We carry both general and liquor liability policies with $2M coverage.

      We accept all forms of payment, including electronic via credit or debit card and ACH.

      Yes, a 50% deposit is required upon contract execution, with the remaining balance due two weeks prior to your event.

      YES! We would be honored to participate in non-profit organizational initiatives. Please email us with details.

      It’s simple, complete the form on the Hire Us page and we will follow up within 24 hours. And remember, we are always available via phone or email. Contact us!

      Packages

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