Crafting Drinks to Match Your Moment
Illinois, mainly Cook and Dupage county
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Laura Degrenia
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AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in the Chicagoland area, in Elmhurst, IL, The Voyaging Alchemist is a mobile coffee and cocktail bar service bringing specialty drinks to weddings.
I work with you to create craft drinks, special for your event. From fancy lattes to signature couple drinks, I will make any beverage you desire happen. I know no two weddings are the same, so I promise amazing customer service and to curate everything exactly how you want it. Let me help you make your moment sparkle with drinks to remember.
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Bar & Drinks
Bartenders
Beer
Champagne
Liquor
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Signature Cocktails
Wine
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Meet the team
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- Laura DegreniaOwnerI have been working as a barista and bartender for over 6 years. My favorite part is interacting with customers and learning their story then make them a delicious drink they will love. With these passions I decided to take the show on the road! Now, I can bring my love for customer service and specialty drinks to your wedding and help you celebrate with delicious drinks that you won't be able to get enough of.
- Antonella NuzzoBartender/BaristaAntonella has multiple years of experience in both coffee and bartending. They are also a professional model and have walked in New York Fashion Week!
- Elena HenselBarista/ BartenderI have worked in coffee for over three years and at a brewery before that. I love everything about the balance of drinks and trying new ways to make something magical.
- Michael JonesBartender/BaristaMichael has been a barista for several years and has worked as a bartender with us from the beginning. He is also a playwright and is the artistic director at The Factory Theater.
- Chris WilkinsonBartenderChris has been in customer service for many years and caught on to bartending very quickly. He loves working weddings and helping to make events special.
Reviews
5.0
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Laura from The Voyaging Alchemist is highly praised for her exceptional service as a bartender at weddings. Reviewers note her kindness, creativity, and attention to detail in crafting personalized drinks that impressed guests. She is commended for her professionalism, friendly demeanor, and ability to create a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere at events. Customers highly recommend her for any event, emphasizing her talent in mixology and dedication to exceeding expectations.Katherine K
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5.0
1/09/2025
Let’s be real- good bartenders are a MUST when it comes to wedding planning. This service honestly was the highlight of my wedding, I kept hearing from my guests how great the drin...
ks were and how friendly the service was. They come PREPARED and do an excellent job, they even made an incredible signature drink for each of us! Also if not everyone in your party drinks this is a GREAT option, because let me tell you the mocktail and coffee game is STRONG. If I had to plan all over again I would book them in a heartbeat!!
Luisa B
5.0
8/13/2025
Laura was so kind, knowledgable and genuine! She listened to us, took the time to get to know us and created 2 perfect drinks that matched us perfectly. Being an out of state bride...
can be stressful, but Laura was so accommodating and patient with me, and I felt at ease booking her and working with her. She thinks of all the details, and her execution is top tier. She is amazing, and I would hire her again in a heartbeat!
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Carly B
5.0
7/18/2025
Laura did an exceptional job at our wedding. We can’t thank her enough for all the time and effort she put into our special day. We highly recommend Laura for any event you may hav...
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Beatrice A
5.0
10/24/2024
Outstanding drinks and vibe. Brought such lightness and joy while making wonderful drinks. Kept the party going right along side us.
Kevin S
5.0
10/24/2024
Excellent service, friendly and capable owner. Very creative with custom cocktail concepts and willing to help you work through your needs for event planning to make sure you’re pr...
epared.
Katie K
5.0
10/15/2024
Friendly, easy to work with and really good!! Don’t miss voyaging alchemist!!!!
Mike O
5.0
10/15/2024
Extremely professional and easy to work with, would recommend working with them again!
Haley C
5.0
10/15/2024
Laura of The Voyaging Alchemist is a true creative when it comes to cocktails, coffee, and beyond. They take the time to understand your needs/wants and create a menu that is refle...
ctive of your personality and event! They are very knowledgeable about cocktails, coffee, beer, wine, and any drink needs for your event!
C O
5.0
10/14/2024
10/10 experience! Laura knows how to create a wonderful atmosphere for any party 😊
Daniel R
5.0
10/14/2024
Makes amazing cocktails and had a lot of knowledge about beer, wine, and cocktails.
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