Disclaimer

Disclaimer

Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Sparks and Spirits: The Old Flame Bar

1. TABC Compliance

Sparks and Spirits: The Old Flame Bar operates in full compliance with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). As a dry hire mobile bar, we do not sell, distribute, or transport alcohol. We provide bar setup, tools, and, upon request, certified bartending staff to serve alcohol purchased and provided by the client or venue.

TABC guidelines require:

• Alcohol must be supplied by the client or licensed venue
  
  

• Service is allowed only at private, invitation-only events
  
  

• We do not hold a TABC license and cannot sell alcohol

• Our bartenders are TABC and Food Safe certified
  
  

• All guests must be 21+ to be served alcohol (valid ID required)
  
  

2. Right to Refuse or Cease Service

Our bartenders and team reserve the right to refuse or discontinue alcohol service to any individual who:

• Appears visibly intoxicated
  
  

• Cannot present valid ID
  
  

• Becomes disruptive or unsafe
  
  

• Attempts to serve others or supply alcohol to minors
  
  

We are committed to maintaining a safe, enjoyable, and legally compliant environment.

3. Host Responsibilities

By booking our services, you agree to the following responsibilities as the event host:

• Purchase, supply, and transport all alcoholic beverages
  
  

• Prevent underage consumption and ensure valid ID is presented
  
  

• Monitor guest behavior and promote safe alcohol use
  
  

• Obtain and maintain all required city, county, or venue permits for mobile bar services and alcohol consumption
  
  

• Arrange and cover the cost of licensed security if required by your venue
  
  

• Communicate venue-specific rules and ensure full compliance
  
  

• Accept full liability for all alcohol-related activities and guest behavior
  
  

4. Liquor Liability Insurance

Sparks and Spirits: The Old Flame Bar carries General Liquor Liability Insurance, which provides limited coverage for incidents directly resulting from bartending services provided by our staff.

This policy may cover:

• Bodily injury or property damage linked to overservice by our team during staffed hours
  
  

This policy does NOT cover:

• Incidents before or after our service time
  
  

• Self-serve or third-party alcohol service
  
  

• Unregulated guest behavior or violations of TABC law
  
  

• Underage drinking due to noncompliance outside our control
  
  

Clients are strongly encouraged to obtain separate event insurance for comprehensive protection.

5. Venue Security Requirements

Some venues require licensed security personnel when alcohol is present at events. This requirement is set by the venue and is:

• The sole responsibility of the client to arrange and pay for
  
  

• Not included in our services or fees
  
  

• Mandatory where dictated by local ordinance or venue policy
  
  

Clients should confirm and plan accordingly with their event venue.

6. Liability Waiver

By booking our services, the client agrees to:

• Assume full responsibility for all alcohol-related aspects of the event
  
  

• Release Sparks and Spirits: The Old Flame Bar and its staff from any and all liability for incidents related to alcohol consumption that occur outside of our direct, insured, and staffed service
  
  

• Indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, penalties, damages, or losses caused by event guests
  
  

Additionally, we will not be held responsible for any damage caused by event guests to the venue, its property, or equipment. The client is responsible for any fees or damages incurred as a result of their patrons' actions.

7. Bartender Tipping & Fee Responsibility

Our bartenders work for cash tips, and tipping is strongly encouraged.

It is the client’s responsibility to inform event guests—through signage, announcements, or printed materials—that bartenders accept and appreciate tips.

While guests may tip at their discretion, the client agrees to cover any shortfall and pay the $250 bartender fee per bartender in full. Tips collected do not replace this required service fee.

8. Questions or Clarifications?

This disclaimer exists to ensure transparency, safety, and full legal compliance for all parties. For more on Texas alcohol laws, visit:
🔗 https://www.tabc.texas.gov

For service-specific questions, contact:
📧 christismith@theoldflamebar.com
📞 (903)  840-4816
Sparks and Spirits: The Old Flame Bar

All beverages served may include fruit, herbs, carbonated beverages, and sweeteners. Please inform us of any allergies before tasting. While we strive to use fresh, high-quality ingredients, consumption is at your own discretion.

Sparks & Spirits is committed to food safety and proper handling procedures. Cheers responsibly!

All bartenders are TABC and Food Safe Certified by the State of Texas.