A New Year's Eve party needs three things: glasses for the toast at midnight, a bar that runs smoothly and someone to run it so the host can be with the guests. Here is a checklist, and an explanation of why it pays to book early.
1. The glasses
The toast at midnight deserves nice glasses. Rent wine glasses at ISK 349 or cocktail glasses at ISK 249 each, and highball or lowball glasses at ISK 190 for the other drinks. You return them unwashed after New Year, so the washing up isn't waiting for you on New Year's Day.
| Guests | Glasses (2–3 per guest) |
|---|---|
| 20 | 40–60 |
| 40 | 80–120 |
| 60 | 120–180 |
2. The bar
- Beer tap at ISK 14,990 per day. Connected on site, no CO₂ cylinders, and you supply the keg.
- Cocktail set at ISK 2,990 per day: shaker, jigger, strainer and bar spoon.
- Syrups, juices and mixers to mix your own. See syrups and purée.
3. A bartender
A bartender costs ISK 8,990 per hour with a 2-hour minimum. They mix, pour and keep the bar tidy past midnight, so you can welcome the new year with your guests. We recommend one bartender for every 35 guests.
4. Non-alcoholic options
Not everyone wants alcohol, and some are driving. With syrups, fresh juice and mixers you can offer non-alcoholic cocktails that look just as good. Here are six recipes.
Book early
New Year's Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year. Order online and choose a delivery day, or send us an enquiry. We confirm the delivery time between Christmas and New Year when you book, and whether a bartender is free on 31 December. A whole bar is priced up in bar hire in one order.
Frequently asked questions
How many glasses do you need for a New Year's Eve party?
Plan for 2–3 glasses per guest, plus glasses for the toast at midnight.
Can I get a bartender on New Year's Eve?
Send us an enquiry as soon as you can. We reply within 24 hours and confirm whether a bartender is free.
When do you collect the glasses?
We collect them after New Year at a time we agree. You return them unwashed.
Can I serve non-alcoholic cocktails?
Yes. With syrups, juice and mixers you can offer non-alcoholic cocktails for anyone who wants them.