NYC Beverage Catering for Events, Offices, and Private Clients

Susan’s Kitchen offers beverage catering as part of our structured event services for corporate offices, private homes, and large-scale productions. Whether you’re organizing a boardroom breakfast, a team lunch, or an afternoon reception, beverage planning is built into the way we serve New York City clients. Orders include coffee, tea, juice, and cold drink selections arranged by guest count and labeled for clarity.

Our corporate lunch catering menu includes optional drink service that matches meal type, time of day, and guest flow. Beverage items can be delivered in individual servings or arranged as part of a self-service station depending on the format of the event. We confirm timing, labeling, and setup preferences at the time of booking and adjust for venue or access limitations as needed.

What’s Included in a Beverage Catering Menu?

Beverage service typically includes brewed coffee, tea, hot water, bottled juices, infused waters, or sparkling drinks. Cold items may be arranged in chilled bins, trays, or upright containers, while hot drinks are delivered in insulated dispensers with disposable cups, stirrers, and sugar packets included. Dairy and non-dairy creamers are provided based on guest profile and confirmed ahead of delivery.

We build drink menus to match the structure of your food service. For example, our breakfast catering menus typically include hot beverage setups and fresh juices, while lunch service might be paired with bottled sparkling waters or flavored still waters. All containers are sealed and labeled by type to support efficient guest movement and allergen clarity.

Beverage Menu

Fresh Juices

• Fresh Orange Juice
  • Pitcher (serves 4): $14.00
  • Per bottle: $4.50
• Tropicana Juices (Orange, Cranberry, Apple): $4.50 per bottle

Bottled Water

• Standard Bottled Water: $2.75 per bottle
• Fiji Water: $3.50 per bottle
• San Pellegrino: $3.85 per bottle
• Perrier: $3.85 per bottle

Sodas & Other Bottled Drinks

• Sodas
  • Per bottle: $2.95
  • Per can: $2.75
• Snapple: $3.75 per bottle

Specialty Drinks

• Fresh Lemonade: $3.95
• Homemade Iced Tea: $4.75
• Hot Apple Cider: $5.95
• Iced Coffee Service: $4.75
  Selection: Regular or Decaf
• Coffee Service: $4.00
  Regular or Decaf
• Hot Tea: $4.00
  Add Almond or Oat Milk: +$5.00 per quart
• Hot Chocolate: $4.25
  Topped with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and shaved chocolate
• Ice Bucket: $9.95

Fresh Juices (16 oz, 10 guest minimum) — $14.00 each

• Green Juice: Green apple, celery, cucumber, spinach, broccoli
• Red Juice: Beets, strawberries, red apple, pineapple, grapefruit
• Green Kale Juice: Kale, spinach, apple juice
• Orange-Carrot-Ginger Juice: Orange, carrot, ginger

Smoothies (16 oz, 10 guest minimum) — $14.00 each

• Acai Berry: Blueberry, banana, pomegranate juice
• Passion Fruit Mango: Passion fruit, mango
• Strawberry Banana Yogurt
• Dragon Fruit Citrus: Dragon fruit, pineapple, citrus blend

Soft Mocktail Drinks (10 guest minimum) — $8.95 each

• Limonana: Homemade fresh lemonade blended with fresh mint
• Soft Cocktail: Passionfruit, pomegranate juice, Lebanese syrup, lemon
• Susan’s Lemonade Soft Cocktail: Cucumber, ginger, mint
• Basil Hibiscus Lemonade

Coffee & Tea Service with Early Morning Delivery

For early morning events, our team begins delivery as early as 6:00 AM. Coffee and tea setups are structured for fast service and minimal disruption. Each setup includes dark roast, medium roast, or decaf options depending on client preference, along with individually wrapped cups and heat-safe carriers. We also offer herbal and traditional tea bags with hot water dispensers in clean, insulated urns.

Coffee service can be drop-off only or staffed with support for refills and cleanup. When paired with boxed breakfasts, beverage options follow the same labeled, sealed, portioned standards we use for boxed lunch deliveries. This allows each guest to receive a full meal and drink combination without line delays or confusion during distribution.

Juices, Water Trays, and Bottled Beverage Add-Ons

Cold beverage options can be added to any order and are frequently included in self-serve stations or individual setups. We offer bottled orange juice, grapefruit juice, cold-pressed green blends, still water, and sparkling water. These are delivered in sealed cases or displayed in clean, chilled bins with recyclable ice packs when needed. Infused water with citrus or herbs can also be arranged in glass dispensers for staffed setups or private events.

Drink selections often align with meal components. For example, cold beverages work well when paired with light sides or pre-packed meals from our salad and sandwich sides menu. We confirm quantities based on guest count and label by flavor or type to ensure transparency for dietary and allergy needs.

Full Beverage Stations vs. Individual Servings

We provide both beverage stations and pre-portioned drinks depending on the event format and service level. Stations are suitable for staffed or semi-staffed events, such as client breakfasts or internal team celebrations. These setups include clear signage, trash containers, and refilling support where needed. For meetings, training sessions, or office deliveries, individual bottles or boxed drinks reduce handling and simplify cleanup.

This dual-format approach is similar to how we handle meals in our individual entrée service. Planners can choose based on headcount, table space, and guest preferences. All service components are delivered clean, sealed, and staged for quick setup.

When to Add Beverage Catering to Breakfast Orders

Breakfast catering often requires coffee, tea, and juice to be served alongside food. These drinks are most commonly scheduled for early office meetings, weekend private events, and client-facing sessions. We recommend adding beverage service during the ordering process so all components can be prepared and packed together. This avoids duplicate delivery windows and ensures food and drink arrive on the same schedule.

Our breakfast menu includes beverage options by default, but clients can customize quantities and types depending on timing and guest count. Larger orders may be split across multiple containers or dispensers to support continuous flow, especially when service spans more than 30 minutes or covers multiple departments.

Allergy and Ingredient Transparency

All beverage items are labeled at the point of packing and include clear details about allergens or ingredients. We provide dairy and non-dairy creamers in separate containers. For guests with soy, nut, or gluten sensitivities, substitutions can be arranged with advance notice. When ordering juices or specialty drinks, all ingredients are confirmed in advance so nothing arrives unexpected.

This process follows the same labeling and separation model we use in our Make Your Own Bar setups, where individual ingredients are arranged for clarity and guest safety. If beverage staffing is required, our team ensures that allergen signage remains visible during service and refills are handled cleanly.

Pairing Drinks with Sandwich or Buffet Lunches

For mid-morning or midday events, we provide bottled and poured beverages to accompany sandwich trays, buffet setups, and lunch packages. This includes both still and sparkling options, as well as basic lemonades or iced teas for events with a more casual setting. Beverage service is added to your catering plan as a structured line item to avoid missing components or last-minute substitutions.

Our sandwich catering service includes optional drink pairings that can be packed separately or integrated into the main buffet layout. For larger setups, we also provide signage, cups, ice, and trash removal support if staffing is included.

Setup, Staffing, and Rentals for Beverage Service

We provide setup support for all beverage catering orders. Drop-off service includes sealed packaging, labeled containers, disposable trays, and initial staging. For events that require ongoing monitoring, our team can remain on-site to handle refills, clean up service areas, and manage related rentals. Staffing hours and roles are confirmed during the booking process.

This model aligns with our approach to lunch buffet service, where beverage and food logistics are managed together under a single plan. Rentals such as dispensers, thermal containers, and coolers are available for events that require a clean visual presentation or longer service windows.

Creative Add-Ons: Hot Cocoa, Seasonal Drinks, and Mocktails

Clients planning themed events or seasonal meetings often request specialty beverage setups. We provide hot chocolate bars, cider service, chilled lemonades, and non-alcoholic mocktail options as part of larger service packages. These drinks are arranged in labeled containers or served by our staff depending on the format and guest count.

These add-ons are often requested during holiday gatherings, team appreciation days, or client receptions. We arrange them with the same care and clarity used in our themed lunch menu offerings. Garnishes, signage, and service instructions are included for planners who want to present the drinks in an organized format without managing them directly.

Cold Drinks for Summer and Outdoor Events

For off-site, rooftop, or outdoor events during warmer months, we recommend bottled beverages packed in bins with reusable ice packs or mobile cooling containers. These are labeled, sealed, and timed for service within one to two hours of delivery. Flavored sparkling water, fruit juices, and cold teas are among the most requested options.

Cold beverage service is often paired with themed menus such as our Mexican Fajita Bar, where colorful drinks and layered setups match the event’s tone. We confirm container types, hydration goals, and guest count during intake to avoid shortages or excessive waste.

Combining Meals and Beverages in One Order

Most of our beverage service is ordered as part of a full meal setup. This ensures that delivery times, staffing needs, and serving tables are coordinated under one plan. We package drinks to match hot or cold meals and use internal checklists to ensure no items are missed during prep or loading. All beverage orders are added to your invoice and confirmed in your service outline.

For clients who use our Create Your Own Salad station, bottled drinks or poured tea are usually arranged at the front or end of the buffet to support guest flow and ease of access. We adjust station layouts based on venue limitations or event type so the beverage placement feels intentional and accessible.

Event Types That Use Beverage Catering Most

Beverage catering is commonly used for executive meetings, boardroom breakfasts, multi-hour trainings, brand activations, client appreciation events, private parties, and early film production shoots. Our structured approach and early start time make us a reliable partner for planners who don’t want to manage multiple vendors or hand-deliver drinks on their own.

When food is included, most clients bundle beverage service with trays, platters, or sandwiches from our gourmet sandwich and hero catering menu. For drink-only service, we still follow the same internal process and confirm container type, portion count, and guest logistics in advance.

When to Schedule and How to Confirm Beverage Orders

We recommend booking beverage catering 48 to 72 hours in advance for weekday service. For larger events or weekend deliveries, additional notice helps ensure equipment and team availability. All beverage orders are scheduled through our main email or phone number and confirmed with a written order summary that includes timing, delivery address, and labeled menu items.

Clients often place their drink requests at the same time as food, but we can add beverages to an existing order if the timeline allows. If you’re also planning dessert, coffee pairings can be added using items from our dessert catering menu. Orders are packed, labeled, and handled using the same standards across all meal types. Delivery tracking and support are available seven days a week.