FAQ

  • What does Mothership do?

    Mothership is a drinks, cocktail and events company based in Edinburgh. We look after everything behind a great drinks-led experience: creative drinks consultancy, brand and events work, and the production of our own spirits, liqueurs and ready-to-drink cocktails. We also own and operate three cocktail bars in Edinburgh — Bramble, The Last Word and Lucky Liquor Co — which act as our living R&D spaces for new ideas and flavours. Whether you’re looking for event consultancy in Scotland, drinks consultancy for your brand, or beautifully made bottled cocktails, you’re working with the same team of bartenders, creatives and hosts.

  • Who are your services for?

    We primarily work with:

    Hospitality businesses developing new drink offerings, menus, and music curating to their specific vibe.

    Brands looking for creative drinks direction, event activations, product development and culture-led storytelling.

    Private Clients who want support throwing epic and beautiful parties.

  • What is “drinks consultancy” and how does it work?

    Drinks consultancy covers everything from cocktail design and menu development to styling, sensory direction, and brand-led serves. We help you clarify your concept, develop recipes, refine flavour profiles, and deliver drinks that speak directly to your audience and brand language.

  • Do you offer event consultancy for brands outside Scotland?

    Yes. We provide end-to-end event consultancy for Global Partners, including concept development, staffing, drinks styling, music direction, guest experience design, and on-the-day management. Our approach is collaborative and grounded in delivering a strong sense of identity and atmosphere.

  • Can you help with product development for hospitality businesses?

    Absolutely. We assist with recipe testing, flavour development, ingredient sourcing, format creation, and product positioning. Our goal is to help you create offerings that are both commercially viable and creatively distinctive.

  • Do you provide staff for events?

    Yes! Our team includes experienced, hospitality-trained staff who specialise in cocktail service, client-facing roles, and warm, attentive hosting. We ensure our staff feel like an extension of your brand.

  • Do you design signature cocktails or bespoke drinks for launches?

    We do. Signature serves, limited-edition cocktails, and thematically driven drinks are one of our core strengths. We weave in brand values, seasonal produce, and sensory elements to create memorable serves for press nights, product launches, and brand activations.

  • Do you handle music direction or playlists?

    Yes. We can look after the music for your venue. We’ve been running bars for over 20 years, and music has always been a big part of how we think about a space. We build playlists that suit your room, your guests, and the way your service naturally moves. We can keep these updated as your seasons, menus or opening hours change.

  • How do we start working with you?

    Just send a short message about what you need — drinks, events, product work, or something else. We’ll follow up, talk it through, and find the approach that makes sense for you.