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www .first-class-cocktails. com
Hi I’m Ariana 😊, the owner and bartender behind First Class Cocktails! With 10 years in the hospitality industry and 5 years of bartending experience, I’ve had the pleasure of crafting unforgettable drinks and experiences for guests from all walks of life.
Starting my own bartending business was the natural next step; bringing my passion for bartending, customer service, and event hospitality directly to you 🙂 Whether you're hosting a private party, wedding, corporate event, or special celebration, I specialize in creating a fun, professional, and seamless bar experience that your guests will love!
❇️Please reach out today so we can start planning your perfect drink menu! I bring a wealth of hands-on experience, a deep knowledge of cocktails, and a commitment to making every event exceptional. Let’s shake things up and make your next gathering one to remember!
I also have experience with event serving and event managing if that is something else that you're in need of! Please message me with any questions you have, and I look forward to getting to work with some of you to help execute great events for you and your friends! 😊
Overview
Hired 17 times
Serves Antioch, CA
Background checked
1 employee
3 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
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2025
Services offered
Event type
Birthday party
Festival
Wedding
Corporate event
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and punctuality.
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Jordan B.
Dec 22, 2025
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We had the best experience with Ariana. Our power went out and she stayed calm and positive and most of all, extremely professional and adept in supporting our dinner party for 16 by candlelight. I have no idea how I would have been able to finish getting everything ready, served and cleaned throughout the night without her support.
Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests
Event Help and Wait Staff
Lynne M.
Nov 5, 2025
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I could not have had a more kind, thoughtful and clearly experienced person to help at my party. I hope she is available next Halloween!
Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests
Event Help and Wait Staff
Delila R.
Jul 27, 2025
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We had such a lovely event with the help of Ariana! Amazing bar set-up, drinks, and service for our event of 60 ppl. Definitely lived up to the First Class Cocktails name :)
Details: 26 - 50 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • I'm flexible • Setup / cleanup
Bartending
Tarun P.
Jun 17, 2025
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Ariana was a great asset to my daughter's graduation party. She engaged with all of the guests, both young and old, and makes delicious cocktails. She is highly prepared and has a solution for most situations. A pleasure to work with from start to finish. She will be a fixture at all of our future gatherings!
Ariana has been great working with. She was very responsive with communication and very detailed. We booked two demonstrations with her and both times were extremely helpful and answered all the questions we needed. Her knowledge in mixology was clear that she knows what she is doing. Her specialty drinks she offered to us were great and very tasty. We just booked her for our event in November and I can’t wait to work with her again.
Details: 151 - 175 guests • Special occasion • Formal / elegant • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed
Bartending
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Ariana Valencia
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
1 hr of bartending + set up & clean up will be $300, $100 for each additional hour of bartending. *Gratuities always greatly appreciated*
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My typical process involves getting to know you just a little and figuring out more info about your party and the types of drinks you will want served!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have over 10 years of hospitality experience working in restaurants and now catering for the past 3 years! I have my RBS certificate as well and truly enjoy getting to make delicious drinks for guests to enjoy and help make their experience even greater 😊
