SIP SMARTER.
LIVE BRIGHTER.

Bringing handcrafted, alcohol-free mocktails to workshops, events, and celebrations.

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(Re)Defining Mixology.

The Mindful Mixer is Central New York's first mocktail wellness workshop experience, offering a fresh approach to celebrating with health-forward, alcohol-free beverages. In addition to workshops, we also provide a mobile mocktail bar service for events, bringing delicious, alcohol-free drinks to your special occasions. Founded by Cristi Kaido – a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and former bartender/event coordinator – The Mindful Mixer blends wellness, creativity, and community in every pour.

OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE

Make drinking fun, mindful, and nourishing. Every mocktail is crafted with intention and packed with functional ingredients that support energy, immunity, and overall well-being.

SERVICES

MOCKTAIL
WORKSHOPS

Combining education, fun, and mindfulness for a one-of-a-kind experience.

MOBILE
MOCKTAIL BAR

We bring the bar to you—
minus the booze.

KID’S MOCKTAIL WORKSHOPS

A magical and mindful
birthday experience.

  • The Love Your Health Valentine's mocktail workshop was awesome and you did a great job! All three drinks were delicious!! Thank you for a fun time!

    Kristen S.

  • Cristi was so knowledgeable and passionate about sharing The Mindful Mixer experience! She made it fun and informative and the mocktails we created were delicious! What a fun way to enhance your wellness journey. Thank you so much! I would 100% recommend The Mindful Mixer.

    —Julie B.

  • The Spring Renewal Mocktail workshop was such a great experience! All I kept thinking about is how/what to use Cristi's talents for next! She is knowledgeable, passionate, and great at what she does. Book her for your next gathering...you won't be disappointed! I'm planning to book her for my daughter's birthday party!

    —Kim L.

Smiling woman holding a red drink with a lemon slice, wearing a gray apron labeled 'Wellness Mocktails, The Mindful Mixer' in a kitchen setting.

Why The Mindful Mixer?

Hi there,

I’ve always had a passion for health and fitness, but after a personal health scare in 2020, something shifted. I realized I was being called to share the benefits of healthy living with others in a more meaningful way. I became a certified personal trainer, earned my nutrition coach certification, and eventually found a way to blend my wellness background with my past life in bartending and event planning. That’s how The Mindful Mixer was born.

What started as a personal passion has turned into something so much bigger—an experience that helps people feel good, connect, and celebrate without the booze. These mocktails aren’t just delicious—they’re thoughtfully crafted to support your body and mind. And through workshops, events, and intentional sipping, I get to help others embrace a lifestyle that’s fun, flavorful, and full of purpose.

Thanks for being here. I can’t wait to sip smarter and live brighter with you!

Cheers,
Founder of The Mindful Mixer

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READY TO MIX THINGS UP?

Whether you’re planning a party, hosting a corporate event, or looking for something special to elevate your wellness retreat, The Mindful Mixer brings a fresh twist to your next celebration.

It’s time to raise a glass to feeling good.