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The Tipsy Traveler

Mobile cocktail & mocktail bar
• Hand-crafted with intention
• Corporate Gatherings • Weddings • Private Events • Small Celebrations
📍 Chicagoland & beyond

09/12/2026

It has been an AMAZING season filled with private parties, community events, celebrations, custom cocktails, mocktails, and plenty of fresh ingredients. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who invited us to be part of their special moments this year.

But we’re not quite finished yet…

We have ONE more BIG event coming up before we officially wrap up our event season and we can’t wait to share it with you!

We’ll be back with a full recap, behind-the-scenes fun, and of course… the recipes!

At this time, we are not accepting any additional events for the remainder of the year. We’re looking forward to finishing the season strong and then taking some time to travel, spend time with family, and recharge.

Thank you for an incredible year of supporting Tipsy Traveler. Stay tuned… we still have one more round to pour!

08/07/2026

Did you get to try our refreshing Paw-ga-ritas at Barkarita-ville hosted by Reeses Barkery & Pawtique - McHenry ? We made both a cocktail and a mocktail so everyone could join in on the fun!

Ingredients:
1 oz Tequila
2 oz Limeade
1 oz Key lime soda water (or regular soda water)
Salt for rim
Lime for garnish

Directions:
Rim a glass with salt, top with ice, add tequila, limeade & soda, stir! Garnish with a lime wedge!

Mocktail
Ingredients:
2 oz Limeade
2 oz Key lime soda water (or regular soda water)
Salt for rim
Lime for garnish

Directions:
Rim a glass with salt, top with ice, limeade & soda, stir! Garnish with a lime wedge!

Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, celebrating with friends, or just enjoying a sunny afternoon, this recipe is sure to bring a little island-inspired fun to your day.

If you'd rather enjoy someone else mixing the drinks, I'd love to bring a custom cocktail and mocktail menu to your next event!

📩 Email [email protected] to book Tipsy Traveler for your next celebration.

08/04/2026

A huge thank you to Reeses Barkery & Pawtique - McHenry for inviting The Tipsy Traveler to be part of Bark-a-ritaville this past weekend!

What a fun event filled with wagging tails, smiling faces, and an incredible community of pet lovers. We had a blast serving our signature Paw-ga-ritas in both cocktail and mocktail versions while celebrating all the pet lovers in our community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, grab a drink, and support local businesses. It's always an honor to be part of events that bring our community together.

And if you loved the Paw-ga-ritas... stay tuned! I'll be sharing the recipe in an upcoming post so you can recreate this crowd favorite at home.

Planning a themed party, ribbon cutting, fundraiser, birthday, or private event? Let's create a custom drink menu that's just as memorable as your celebration.

📩 Email [email protected] to book your next event.

07/28/2026

These two drinks start with the same strawberry agave syrup base, making it easy to offer your guests both a cocktail and a flavorful alcohol-free option.

We purchase our syrups from Intentional Teas LLC to ensure the freshness and quality is present in every drink!

Strawberry Agave Margarita

• 1½ oz tequila
• 2 oz limeade
• ½ oz strawberry agave syrup
• Fresh lime juice, to taste

Add everything to a shaker with ice. Shake well and strain over fresh ice. Garnish with a strawberry or lime wheel. Add a salt, sugar, or Tajín rim for an extra touch!

Strawberry Limeade Mocktail

• ½ oz strawberry agave syrup
• 4 oz limeade
• Splash of lemon-lime soda

Shake the strawberry syrup and limeade with ice, pour over fresh ice, and top with your choice of bubbles. Garnish with a strawberry and lime wheel.

One ingredient can easily become two special drink options, ensuring everyone at your party has something fun and refreshing to enjoy!

📩 Email [email protected] to bring customized cocktails and mocktails to your next celebration.

07/23/2026

I recently had the pleasure of serving at a family taco party that was won through a silent auction benefiting the Alexander Leigh Center for Autism.

I love when a celebration can bring people together while also supporting an organization that makes such a meaningful difference in our community. Thank you to the family for welcoming The Tipsy Traveler into your party and allowing me to be part of such a fun evening!

Guests enjoyed refreshing Strawberry Margaritas and alcohol-free Strawberry Limeade Mocktails—both made with delicious strawberry Agave syrup from and perfect for pairing with tacos.

🍓 Keep an eye out for my next post, where I’ll be sharing both recipes so you can recreate them at home!

Looking for handcrafted cocktails and mocktails for your next party, fundraiser, or community event?

📩 Email [email protected] to learn more.

07/13/2026

I truly appreciate every client who has trusted me to be part of their birthdays, ribbon cuttings and weddings this year!

I'm now booking:
🍂 October events
🍁 Early November celebrations

If you've been thinking about hosting a fall gathering, employee appreciation event, holiday kickoff, birthday party, or private celebration, now is the perfect time to reserve your date.

After early November, Tipsy Traveler will be taking a short break for the holiday season to travel and spend quality time with family before returning refreshed for another exciting year of celebrations.

Thank you for helping turn this dream into reality. I can't wait to finish out the season with some amazing events!

📩 Email [email protected] to reserve your fall event before the calendar is full.

07/10/2026

One of my favorite warm-weather tricks is freezing fresh fruit. Not only does it create a delicious slushy texture, but many fruits naturally contain water and electrolytes, making them a refreshing addition to your favorite summer drinks.

Some of my go-to fruits include:
Watermelon
Strawberries
Pineapple
Mango
Peaches
Blueberries
Papaya
Dragon fruit

Simply wash, cut, and freeze your fruit. Then blend it with coconut water, lemonade, or your favorite spirit for an easy summer cocktail or mocktail.

The best part? Frozen fruit replaces ice, so your drink stays flavorful instead of getting watered down.

This summer, skip the artificial mixers and let nature do the work. Fresh ingredients really do make the best cocktails.

📩 Want fresh, handcrafted cocktails and mocktails at your next celebration? Email [email protected] to book your event!

07/07/2026

One of my favorite things about creating custom drink menus is taking simple, fresh ingredients and turning them into something guests will remember. For this event, I made a homemade peach purée using canned peaches, and it became the star of two refreshing summer cocktails.

🥃 Kentucky Lemonade
A bourbon lover's summer favorite.

• 1½ oz bourbon (omit for a mocktail)
• 2 oz peach purée
• 4 oz lemonade
• Shake with ice and pour over fresh ice.
• Garnish with a peach slice or lemon wheel.

🍑 Porch Pickin' Palmer
A Southern twist on an Arnold Palmer.

• 1½ oz bourbon (omit for a mocktail)
• 2 oz peach purée
• Equal parts sweet tea and lemonade
• Stir over ice and garnish with a lemon wheel or fresh peach slice.

Both recipes are easy to make, perfect for backyard gatherings, and just as delicious as mocktails as they are cocktails.

Planning your own celebration? I'd love to create a custom cocktail menu inspired by your theme, favorite flavors, or special occasion.

📩 Email [email protected] to book your next event.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from The Tipsy Traveler!

Nothing says summer quite like fresh watermelon, sunshine, and a refreshing cocktail shared with family and friends.

This year, I'm keeping it simple with a Watermelon Slushy that's perfect for the holiday weekend!

Here's what I'm using:
• Fresh watermelon (cut into cubes and frozen)
• Fresh lime juice
• Vodka
• Blend until smooth and enjoy!

It's naturally sweet, incredibly refreshing, and proof that some of the best cocktails start with just a few fresh ingredients.

Whether you're celebrating by the pool, around the campfire, or at a backyard barbecue, I hope your weekend is filled with great company, delicious food, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.

Cheers to a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

Planning a summer party, graduation, birthday, or corporate event? Let Tipsy Traveler bring fresh, handcrafted cocktails to your next celebration.

📩 Email [email protected] to book your next event.

07/01/2026

What a wonderful way to celebrate 70 years!

A huge thank you to our wonderful hosts and Happy 70th Birthday! It was an honor for Tipsy Traveler to be part of such a special milestone and to serve handcrafted cocktails inspired by the spirit of bluegrass and good company.

There's nothing better than seeing friends and family gathered together, sharing stories, laughing, and raising a glass to a life well celebrated. Cheers to many more years of making memories!

And if you loved the cocktails from this event (or are just curious what was on the menu), keep an eye on our page! We'll be sharing the featured recipes from this party over the next few weeks so you can recreate them at home.

Planning a birthday, anniversary, retirement party, or other special event? Let Tipsy Traveler create a custom cocktail menu that your guests will be talking about long after the celebration ends.

📩 Email [email protected] to book your next event.

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