The Pour Society Story

A Vintage Beginning

My inspiration began long before I poured my first cocktail. I grew up in my father’s restaurants and bars, watching how he could light up a room simply by making people feel good. The joy, the energy, and the memories created around food and drink made a lasting impression on me.

I’ve always loved beautiful things and the way they make people feel special, so it felt natural to follow in his footsteps in my own way. I’ve also had a lifelong love for Vespas and vintage design — so when I combined that with my passion for hospitality, Pour Society was born.

Today, my signature bar is a restored 1964 Vespa retrofitted with four taps, pouring everything from espresso martinis (my personal favorite) to bubbly champagne and craft mocktails. With Pour Society, I don’t just show up and serve drinks — I transform your vision into a curated and elegant experience. One that’s chic, seamless, and unforgettable.

— Mercedes Vasquez, Founder

Hospitality First, Always

I’ve always believed that a bar is more than just a place to pour drinks — it’s a stage for connection, celebration, and unforgettable moments. Whether it’s me or one of my talented bartenders behind the taps, the heart of Pour Society is hospitality. I want every guest to feel seen, welcome, and celebrated. My goal is to create an experience that feels warm and inclusive, with attention to the details that make gatherings effortless, stylish, and joy-filled.

What Makes Us Different

Intentional Hospitality

We treat every event as if it were our own, focusing on warmth, connection, and guest experience.

Boutique-Level Service:

Elegant bar styling, premium ingredients, and curated menu design.

Woman-Owned & Experience-Driven:

A personal touch behind every pour.

Customized Menus:

Signature cocktails, mocktails, champagne bars, and specialty drink experiences tailored to your event.

Professional Nashville Bartenders:

Certified, polished, friendly service your guests will remember.

The Art of Elevated Celebration

For me, hosting should be polished but never pretentious. That’s why I obsess over the details — the glassware, the garnish, the flow of service — because I know excellence lives in the small touches. My approach transforms the standard event bar into something remarkable: a turnkey, design-led experience that allows hosts to relax and guests to savor every sip. Plenty of bars can serve drinks. Very few deliver the seamless blend of style, ease, and hospitality that I’ve built. Pour Society to embody.