299: Taylor Swift’s Mocktail Success: Event Planners, Are You Taking Notes?

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour wasn’t just a cultural phenomenon—it was also a showcase of unforgettable food and beverage experiences. For the last three U.S. stops and her grand finale in Vancouver, Sodexo Live! delivered the perfect menu to celebrate the end of an era, crafting mocktails and drinks as iconic as the music itself.

This week, Tracy is thrilled to welcome Sam Stewart, Senior Director, Beverage Alcohol for Sodexo Live!, to talk about the magic behind those drinks and what event planners can learn from their success. From the themed beverages that struck the right chord with Swifties to the innovative strategies that turned mocktails into must-have menu items, this episode will be packed with insights.

Sam will share:
🍹 How Sodexo Live! brought Taylor’s vision to life with mocktails at the final tour stops
🍹 Creative ways to use themed drinks to enhance the attendee experience
🍹 Tips for balancing inclusivity, innovation, and style in your event menus
🍹 Why mocktails are a key ingredient for modern event success

Whether planning a corporate gala, a concert, or a small gathering, these lessons will help you create beverage menus that captivate and delight you and your attendees.

🎧 Tune in to discover how Sodexo Live! turned Taylor’s finale into a beverage experience worth remembering—and how you can do the same for your events! 

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