Raising the Bar LLC

06/22/2026

From lake views to espresso martini towers- this wedding had it all!
Venue: DMT Properties Vacation Rentals- Pinehill Estates- Hot Springs
Planning: Randi Slick
Ceremony: Garvan Garden Weddings
Florals: Chris Lepine
Photography: Justin Palmer
Caterer: Diana Marez Bratton
Music: Will Maxwell & DJ YK

06/19/2026

We don't just serve drinks—we help create memories. Watching couples celebrate while surrounded by the people they love, sharing laughs, dancing the night away, and making memories that last a lifetime is why we do what we do.

Every cocktail shaken, every toast made, and every smile shared reminds us how lucky we are to be a part of your story.
Thank you to all of the amazing couples and families who trust us to help make their celebrations unforgettable. 🥂 Here's to love, laughter, and raising the bar at every event!

Photo Cred: Allie Atkisson Imaging



Venue: Chittum Venue at Forest Lakes
Coordinator: Kaushay & Co. Events
Caterer: Vibrant Occasions Catering
Photography: Allie Atkisson Imaging
Content Creator: Weddings with Molly

06/12/2026

Garvan Woodland Gardens is one of our favorite places to be and this one brought us a whole new team of amazing vendors from Missouri! We loved serving up delicious cocktails to Journie, Daniel and their guests.

Full Planning & Design: Mid-MO • STL • KC || Weddings & Events
Photo & Video: New Eden Studios
Reception Venue: Garvan Garden Weddings
Ceremony Venue: Anthony Chapel
Floral: Holland Floral Design 🌷 MO + Destination Wedding Florist
Catering: Catering Temptations & Event Room
HAMU: Columbia, MO Bridal Beauty Team
Custom Signage: The Wedding Wall & Co.
Specialty Linens: Lola Valentina Designs
Rentals: Randi Slick
Desserts: The Mad Hatter Cakery LLC
Bar Service: Raising the Bar
DJ: Steven Prichard
Details Photos: Missouri Photographer | Megh

06/09/2026

When the view behind the bar looks like this, not much else is necessary.

05/26/2026

There’s something extra special about getting to celebrate with the same families time and time again. 🤍 We love seeing familiar faces, watching families grow, and being a small part of so many meaningful moments along the way.
Chloe & Tanner’s day was full of love, laughter, and the perfect touch of country charm — complete with mini cows, a mechanical bull, and the most beautiful setting to bring it all together. We’re so grateful to have been there to celebrate alongside them and their amazing families! ✨🐮🤠

Rentals and Planning: Signature Events Hot Springs
Catering: Taco Mama
DJ: Chad Mansfield Central Arkansas Entertainment
Cake: The Butterstick
Florals: Kelly Efird Flower Events
HMU: Whiplash Beauty
Video: Blue Box Studios
Photographer: Katieerinphotography
Mechanical Bull: JumpX Rentals
Bartending: Raising the Bar
Beer B***o (Donkey): Wilson Farm Highlands

04/26/2026

We had the honor of bartending an evening to celebrate the breathtaking debut of Where the Wind Lives by Patrick Shearn and Poetic Kinetics.

Surrounded by art in motion and the natural beauty of the gardens, guests sipped, mingled, and experienced something truly one-of-a-kind.

Events like these remind us why we love what we do—bringing people together in spaces that inspire.
Cheers to a night where creativity, nature, and great cocktails came together perfectly 🍸🌿



Location: Garvan Woodland Gardens
Photography: Pam Clark
Catering: Catering Temptations
Music: Easton Thomas
Art: Poetic Kinetics

04/04/2026

Come on out next weekend and support a great cause, have some crawfish and some drinks served up by us!
Ticket information in the link shared!

Kraws are friends… not food
…but when it’s for a great cause, it’s fair game 😉

ONE WEEK AWAY!

Who are you bringing with you?! Tag your crew below ⬇️

Come have fun and support Tri-Lakes CASA and the children they serve 💙
🎟️https://givebutter.com/Kraws4Kids26