Frequently Asked Questions

Below, we’ve answered common questions about the bar at Twin Gables. If you have more questions, please contact our team – we’re happy to help!

FAQs

  • The base cost is $1100 for a Full Cash Bar, $1350 for a Partial Cash Bar, and $1600 for a Hosted Bar. Beverages are additional for hosted and Partial Cash Bars. (Plus Tax)

    • Limit of 8 Beverages: You can choose up to 8 different beverages for your event.

    • Visit the bar info page to see more here

    • Pop and Water: Pop and water do not count towards the 8 drink limit.

    • You have the option to suppy pop and water for your event

  • The Partial Cash Bar allows you to cover drinks during a specific period, like dinner service. After that, the bar becomes a cash bar where guests pay for their own drinks.

  • No, due to our Class C liquor license, we must provide and serve all alcohol to comply with state regulations.

  • We offer a wide selection of beer, wine, cocktails, mixed drinks, frozen cocktails, and FMBs (like White Claw). If you have specific requests, let us know—we can usually accommodate most preferences.

  • Yes, we offer mocktails, frozen mocktails, pop, and water. You can also bring your own pop and water if you prefer; we offer these options to save you time and worry.

  • There’s no general minimum, but some craft beers, specialty bottled beverages, and wines may have a minimum order, usually not exceeding $200

  • We know figuring out how much to order can be tricky, but don’t worry, we’re here to help. We stock 7 varieties of our house wine and plenty of extra ingredients for the cocktails you choose. Plus, we’ll order extra of the domestic beer you pick and keep it on hand, just in case. While we can’t promise endless supplies, we’re committed to ensuring you don’t run out. If you’re unsure, reach out—we’re happy to guide you through it.

  • Bar costs include a base fee, depending on the package chosen. The Hosted Bar is $1600, the Partial Cash Bar is $1350, and the Full Cash Bar is $1100. (Plus Tax)

  • Your bar order is due at the earliest 4 months before the wedding and no later than 3 months before your wedding.

  • The bar service cost is due 3 months after we receive your order. The remaining balance is due 1 month before the wedding.

  • Yes, we can work with you to create a custom drink menu featuring your favorite beverages, including signature cocktails.

  • Our bar setup includes professional bartenders, cups, ice, and all necessary bar supplies.

  • Our standard bar service includes 6 hours of bar service, with 1 hour for setup and 1 hour for cleanup. Standard times are from 4 pm until 10 pm.

    You can move the start time earlier at no extra cost (e.g., start at 2 pm and end at 8 pm). If you want the bar to stay open later, you can purchase up to 2 additional hours of bar service at $250 per hour here or on the bar ordering page. If your event exceeds the standard end time, you’ll also need to purchase extra venue rental time separately for $250 per hour. The earliest bar service will start is at 3:05 pm on Fridays and 2 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. The latest it can go is 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 10 pm on Sundays.

  • Yes, experienced bartenders are included in all our bar packages. They will serve your guests efficiently and professionally.

  • We strictly enforce Michigan’s legal drinking age. No alcohol will be served to guests under 21; our bartenders are trained to check IDs.

Alcohol Purchase & Refund Policy

    • Refundable Items:

      • Canned Beverages: We will refund unopened cans or bottles of domestic beer, Truly, and White Claw, which must be in the original packaging. There are no refunds for any other canned or bottled beverage.

    • Refundable Items:

      • Canned Beverages: We will refund unopened cans or bottles of domestic beer, Truly, and White Claw, which must be in the original packaging. There are no refunds for any other canned or bottled beverage.

  • House Wine: Refunds are available for unopened bottles of house wine only.

    No refunds for any other wine.

  • Please note that you cannot take home any leftover mixed drinks or cocktails.

    If there is extra, we will refund unopened liquor bottles. Not mixers, garnishs, etc.

  • If you've paid your final bar balance with a credit card and have leftover items eligible for a refund, the refund will be applied to that card.

  • If you've paid your final bar balance with cash or check and have leftover items eligible for a refund, we will issue a refund on the original invoice. We will issue a check for the refund.

  • At Twin Gables Event Center, all alcohol purchases made for your event are for on-premise consumption only. This means you are purchasing the right to use and enjoy these beverages at the bar during your event, and they cannot be taken off the premises.

    No refunds except for the items listed above.