The People Behind The Bar.
Musicians, filmmakers, social workers, world travellers and one lead singer of an award-winning rock band. They all happen to make a very good drink.
- TABC Certified
- $3M Insured
- Austin Since 2015
How This Works
Hire Good People. Let Them Be Themselves.
Sadie owns Drink Slingers and is the reason the whole thing runs on good vibes. Since 2015 her focus has been simple: hire the best, friendliest bartenders in Austin and let them do their thing.
There are no matching catering uniforms here. Our bartenders follow a “Dapper Attire” guide, so each one brings their own style and personality to your bar. Some go all black. Some go patterned button-up. Tell your Event Manager if you have a preference and we’ll pass it on.
- 01 Certified before they pour Every Slinger is TABC certified, and we carry $3M in liability.
- 02 Dressed to match your event A dapper guide, not a uniform. Their own style, your room’s tone.
- 03 An Event Manager on your side One person who knows your party before anyone pours a drink.
The Owner
Sadie Smythe
Owner & Founder
Hire the best, friendliest bartenders in Austin and let them do their thing.
That has been the whole plan since 2015, and it is why the crew below looks like a group of people rather than a uniform rental. Sadie still reads the quote requests, still knows which Slinger suits which room, and is the reason this thing runs on good vibes.
The Slingers
Say Hello Before They Hand You A Drink
Booked with us already? Search the name your Event Manager gave you and meet them before they turn up. Every Slinger has a link of their own, so a single card can be sent on its own.
Director Of Operations
Chad Stevenson
Chad, one of those native Austinites that seem so rare, has been slingin' drinks in the Capital City for over a decade, in many forms across many environments. A self-proclaimed “social chameleon”, Chad can make any atmosphere feel comfortable and is well-versed in the art of making strangers into friends. Chad is fluent in Spanish and is constantly seeking ways to use and improve that skill. Away from the bar, chances are he's camping, cycling or pretending he's good at golf.
Lead Bartender
Jennifer “Jenmo” Motal
Jen, originally from Shiner, Texas, has over eight years of experience tending bars around Austin; from fast-paced bars of 6th street to sleepy-by-comparison local restaurants, Jen has served a host of folks. But she has a special place in her heart for bartending events, because variety. Jen's interests include camping and traveling, anything that allows her to see any and everything there is to see in the world.
Event Manager & Bartender
Emily Villalpando
With over 14 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Emily's journey began in 2010 at the Gristmill during college summer breaks. What started as a seasonal job turned into a lifelong passion for crafting exceptional drinks and providing outstanding customer service. A master of balance and creativity, Emily's favorite cocktail is a mezcal mule, while she loves making versatile margaritas that can be customized to any taste. Since joining Drink Slingers she has embraced the thrill of event creation, likening it to solving a puzzle.
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Brandon Cole
Brandon Cole was born in Chicago Illinois and migrated to Austin in 2015 in search of getting out of his comfort zone! Brandon is a jack of many trades: bartender, tech repair man, and handy man to name a few! Outside of working, he is continually in search of his next acting or modeling role, out riding his skateboard, or hanging out with his dog Big Mak.
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Westen Borghesi
Westen is an artsy type and has been an Austin resident for 20 years now! He is a musician, DJ, dancer, podcaster, barista, bartender and oh so much more. He takes his many artistic skills along with the social skills that have come with his many endeavors and applies it to his personable presence while slinging drinks to his new friends, and boy does he like making friends!
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Aryn Black
We think that Aryn just might be one of the coolest (and nicest) guys in town. As the lead singer for the award-winning band Scorpion Child he is no stranger to the stage nor to bartending, and he has been doing both for many years. Aryn's presence at your party is sure to make it super special!
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Lauren Baker
Lauren is a versatile professional with over 14 years of bartending and hospitality experience. Alongside her bartending career, she is a tour manager, content creator, and event production specialist, bringing creativity and efficiency to every project. Her diverse background in both service and event management ensures seamless, memorable experiences for her clients and guests.
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Addy Medernach
After 5 years of bartending in fast-paced music venues in Austin, Addy has found her passion in event bartending. On most days you'll find her mixing up the sweetest sips and shaking up good vibes behind the bar. She loves turning moments into memories with every pour. When she's not behind the bar, you'll find Addy cooking for her loved ones, hanging out with her cats, candle making, or dancing around her living room to vinyl.
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Lizzy Endyke
Lizzy has been bartending and working in the service industry for eight years, having made her way to Austin all the way from the East Coast. A New England-minded girl serving southern hospitality, Lizzy is a social worker outside of bartending, which gives her the gift of being able to talk to anyone about just about anything. Lizzy takes pride in creating a warm and fun environment for guests and keeping hosts at ease.
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Aaron Sanchez
Aaron is a people person, which, of course, lends itself very well to the job of bartending. Aaron is a staunch conservationist, a pretty good handyman and he loves seeing pictures of peoples' pets. So if you see him behind one of our many Drink Slingers bars, if you pull out your pet pics, you will receive the gift of his warm smile.
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Melanie Villatoro
Melanie is all about bringing people together for unforgettable gatherings. As a seasoned bartender, Melanie has honed the craft in mixing up the perfect drink to complement those special moments. Melanie is a creator of experiences whose passion lies in the art of crafting personalized connections with every patron, turning each event into a cherished memory.
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Wendy Corn
Wendy R. Corn comes from a background of TV and film production and has worked in marketing as a digital media producer. She has been a part of the SXSW Photography Crew as a photographer and crew chief, and had a short film screen in the 2019 festival. Wendy conceived, produced, cast and shot the award-winning “Praise HA!”, a documentary about laughter as a healer. Wendy is a devoted yogi and a published writer and photographer.
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Evan Elias
Evan is a world traveler, having visited 42 countries so far! A self-described plant guru who loves the outdoors and nature, Evan has a green thumb. He enjoys combining hospitality with various cultures' food and libations, and has a big family farm that he's converting into a sustainable farm-to-table nursery and garden. If you're looking for great humor, wit and stories while you wait on your drink, Evan is your man.
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Madison Murphy
Madison traded in her New York groove for cowboy boots the second she got to Austin four years ago. When she's not having fun slingin' drinks for Drink Slingers, her other gigs involve content curation and marketing for a local health food company, and spinning vinyl at the record store at Antone's. Whether she's working, hiking around the greenbelt, or at a concert, Madison always loves meeting new people and being a part of their celebrations.
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Reggie Joseph
Reggie is a dedicated bar manager with 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, inspired by his upbringing in a welcoming New Orleans family. A communications graduate from Howard University, he excels at connecting with guests and fostering a positive bar environment. His previous roles include bartender and bar manager at Poste Modern Brasserie, Jaspers, and Geraldine's, where he was part of the team that won the official drink of Austin competition.
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Lindsay Ott
Lindsay is a seasoned bartender with a talent for mixology, honed since 2007, who specializes in the perfect Manhattan. At home, she relishes simple pleasures, like a fresh margarita with seasonal fruit and brewing her own kombucha. Lindsay is an avid live music enthusiast who also finds joy in culinary innovations. She also loves meeting new dogs!
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Stacy O’Ferrall
Hailing from Oklahoma, Stacy likes to say she is now on the right side of the Red River, and happy to call Austin home. With over 15 years in customer service and drawing upon her southern roots, she is sure to bring first class hospitality to your event. A hard worker with a warm smile, Stacy enjoys connecting with and taking care of others.
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Mikey Wheeler
Mikey is a seasoned bartender with well over a decade of experience behind the bar of Austin's live music venues, restaurants as well as private events. He is always down to dress up to the theme of the party and help make your next celebration an experience to remember! Beyond the bar, Mikey is a proud husband and father who also enjoys axe throwing, archery, camping, swimming and golf when he can find the time.
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Staffing depends on the date and the size of your party, so the exact team is confirmed once your event is booked.
Want Them At Your Party?
Tell us the date, the headcount and what you’d like poured. We’ll send back a proposal built around your event, usually within three business days.
Rather talk it through? Call (737) 274-6404.