On our menu, earthy and vibrant
Matcha Gin Sour
Premium matcha sourced directly from Kyoto, smooth gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and a velvety egg white foam.
“A little tart, a little sweet, and a whole lot of sophistication.”
Kanpai Kocktails
Asian-inspired craft cocktails, poured at your event.
A mobile bar for weddings, company parties and milestone events. Portland metro and beyond.
Cocktails built around matcha, hojicha, lychee and butterfly pea.
Kanpai Kocktails is an Asian-owned mobile bar from Portland, Oregon. Our matcha and hojicha come from Kyoto.
And it’s your event: if you want something different, we’ll gladly collaborate to make your menu perfect.
乾杯
kanpai: a Japanese toast, “cheers”
- Matcha from Kyoto
- Hojicha
- Butterfly pea
- Thai-style coconut cream
- Lychee
- Yuzu
- Japanese whiskey
- Sake
- Smokey mezcal
- Chocolate bitters
Signature cocktails
Some of our favorites, and more.
From yuzu and lychee to matcha and sake, we craft high-quality cocktails that transport your taste buds. You can always expect freshly prepped ingredients and mixers.
Mezcal, grapefruit, mint
Smokey Paloma
Smokey mezcal, lime sour and grapefruit juice, garnished with a mint sprig and a dehydrated lime wheel.
“We aim to elevate every cocktail that’s poured through our shakers.”
Signature cocktail, smooth and earthy
Hojicha Old Fashioned
Japanese whiskey, house-made hojicha simple syrup with tea sourced straight from Kyoto, and a dash of chocolate bitters, finished with an orange peel we flame and express over the cocktail.
“Rich, smoky, and deeply smooth.”
Coconut margarita, our first original
Murasaki紫
Thai-style coconut cream, lime sour, Cointreau triple sec and the tequila of your choice, with butterfly pea tea that turns the drink a deep, vibrant purple. Murasaki means purple.
“Sip the unexpected.”
You bring the bottles. We bring everything else.
You bring
- The alcohol you’d like served.
- Let us know what you love.
- We send you a shopping list of the essential liquor you’ll need.
We bring
- Creative Asian-inspired cocktails A custom cocktail menu, designed with you.
- Lively, OLCC-certified bartenders Professional, lively service from setup to last call.
- Mixers, syrups and garnishes Freshly prepped, including our house-made hojicha syrup.
- Drinkware and the bar setup Planning, setup and bartending, handled.
- Mocktails, beer and wine service Mocktails can be part of your menu.
- Liquor liability and general liability insurance So you can relax knowing everything is in expert hands.
Weddings, company parties and milestone events.
We specialize in weddings and milestone events, and we bring the bar to events of all sizes. Our unique cocktails and entertaining bartenders will ensure your event is one to remember.
- Weddings His-and-hers cocktails, crafted for a reception.
- Company parties “...the drinks were refreshing, delicious and most importantly ORIGINAL!” (Kyle, March 2025)
- Birthdays and 50ths Two of our framed menus were made for 50th birthdays.
- Holiday parties The easiest way to impress at your next holiday party is with customized craft cocktails.
- Friends and family If you’re looking to impress friends and family, KK has you covered.
Based in Portland, Oregon, and willing to travel: the PDX metro area and beyond.
We’ve set up on a tree-shaded lawn for an outdoor wedding in McMinnville, in a golf-simulator lounge, in a string-lit party room and in a bright event room with tall windows.
Three steps to a toast.
Tell us about your night, talk it through with us, then sit back and relax.
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Check your date
Pick your date, tell us about the night, and leave a way to reach you. We get back to you within 48-72 hours.
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A free 20-minute consult
A complimentary call, then we curate a bar tailored to your event. Every event gets a custom quote.
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Kanpai!
We handle the planning, setup and bartending. You enjoy a stress-free celebration with your guests.
At least 14 days between your inquiry and your event.
Check your dateWhat we’ll ask you.
Fill out a quick questionnaire with your information and we’ll get back to you within 48-72 hours.
How many guests?
No need for an exact number.
- 50 or fewer · Intimate
- 51-100
- 101-150
- 151-200
- Over 200
On the questionnaire
- When is your event happening, and what time does it start?
- Where is the event taking place?
- What’s the occasion? A wedding, a company party, a birthday, or something else.
- How many hours of service will you need?
- Is there sink access, and will our staff have freezer access?
- Any liquor preferences? Let us know what you love.
- Would you like to include mocktails in your menu?
Your vision + our expertise = the perfect recipe for an amazing event!
Good drinks. Good people. Great memories.
“For the past 2 years, we’ve had the chance to be part of some really special moments...”
We’re grateful for every event, every conversation, every toast shared. Here’s to continuing to grow, create, and bring something a little different to every celebration.
Kanpai Kocktails · our two-year thank-you, on InstagramIn their words.
“The his/hers cocktails they crafted for our reception were delicious and hit the right notes for the Asian-inspired flavors we were seeking.”
“From the first consultation to the last toast, their team goes above and beyond to create a seamless, elegant, and personalized experience that perfectly complements your celebration.”
“Had them cater to a company party we hosted and would highly recommend the drinks were refreshing, delicious and most importantly ORIGINAL! Will use them again in the future”
“Great service and wonderful staff. We will be recommending to all of our friends and family.”
Do you supply the alcohol?
No. You provide the alcohol you’d like served, and we bring everything else: bartenders, mixers, garnishes, drinkware and your custom menu. We send you a shopping list of the essential liquor you’ll need.
How far ahead should we book?
We need at least 14 days between your inquiry and your event.
Where do you serve?
We’re based in Portland, Oregon and serve the PDX metro area and beyond. Tell us where your venue is when you check your date.
Can we have our own custom cocktail?
Yes. Choose from one to four or more custom cocktails. We specialize in Asian-inspired flavors, but our first priority is your experience, so if you want something different we’ll gladly collaborate.
Do you serve mocktails, beer and wine?
Yes. Mocktails can be part of your menu, and we’ll serve beer and wine alongside your cocktails.
What does it cost?
Every event gets a custom quote, after a free 20-minute consult.
Are you insured?
Yes. We carry liquor liability and general liability insurance, and our bartenders are OLCC-certified.
What do you need at the venue?
We’ll ask where the event is taking place, whether there’s sink access and whether our staff will have freezer access.
Can we book you through The Knot?
Yes. Whether you book us through The Knot or directly on our website, we can’t wait to celebrate with you.
Your date first. We’ll bring the bar.
Pick your date and tell us about the night. We can’t wait to raise a glass with you.
Check your dateOr reach the founders directly