We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Shana Mason. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Shana below.

Shana, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?

One Pour Girl, LLC’s mission is to redefine the beverage experience by bringing fun, creativity, expertise, and a touch of elegance to events of all kinds. We aim to be the go-to mobile bartending service, enhancing the atmosphere and creating lasting memories for our customers and their guests.

The mission of my company is meaningful to me because:
– It emphasizes my brand’s identity, helping customers understand what to expect when they engage with us.
– It enables our unique personalities to come through in every customer interaction, resulting in a memorable and distinct experience.
– We can express our creativity by blending cultures, flavors, and science into every cocktail we create.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

My name is Shana Mason, and I am the owner and founder of One Pour Girl, LLC. One Pour Girl, LLC is a mobile mixology business that was created in 2021.

Our purpose is to empower and delight every client by transforming their special events with innovative and expertly crafted beverage services, enriching every occasion we touch.

At the heart of One Pour Girl is the belief that every sip should be an experience. Our brand revolves around the celebration of life’s moments, big and small, through creative and custom beverage solutions.

We offer a variety of services:
One Pour Luxe: Premium services featuring exotic ingredients and sophisticated presentations.
One Pour Essentials: Streamlined, budget-friendly bartending services for casual gatherings.
One Pour Workshops: Interactive cocktail and mocktail crafting classes.

The One Pour Girl Promise is to consistently deliver a personalized and engaging bartending experience that elevates every event, ensuring that each guest leaves with a memorable story stirred by their drink.

We love pouring memories, one drink at a time.

Can you talk to us about how you funded your business?

When I launched One Pour Girl, LLC, the startup costs were quite low. Establishing the LLC and investing in basic bartending equipment required minimal funds.

I then decided to offer mixology classes, capping each class at 20 participants. To support this, I tapped into my personal finances to buy various items like cocktail shaker sets, bar mats, towels, straws, napkins, garnish trays, glassware, and storage bins. The class registration fees helped cover the costs of alcohol, mixers, garnishes, and ice, with any remaining amount contributing to my profit.

In 2024, I aimed to reach a wider audience and align more closely with my company vision: to become the premier mobile bartending service in Georgia, known for turning any event into a celebration with our signature style and memorable drink creations.

To achieve this, I decided to purchase a horse trailer and convert it into a mobile bar. As this project progressed, the expenses increased significantly. I relied on my personal savings to fund my dream, which included costs for the trailer, interior modifications, vehicle wrapping, insurance, storage fees, registration, and licenses—among other expenses.

I once read, “The only thing worse than starting something and failing… is not starting something.” — Seth Godin. That has fueled my motivation to take a leap of faith and chase my dream.

What’s been the best source of new clients for you?

Existing customers and fellow mobile mixologists have been our primary source of new clients. When we serve our customers, their guests often request our contact information for their upcoming events, having experienced our cocktails, service, and creativity firsthand. Our customers carry significant credibility, as people are more likely to trust recommendations from friends and family.

I’ve also had the opportunity to connect with other mixologists at bartending school and various events. We refer clients to one another when we’re unable to take on new bookings.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.onepourgirlga.com
• Instagram: @one.pour.girl
• Facebook: One Pour Girl
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onepourgirlga/
• Other: TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@onepourgirl