The Tapper Trailer, a mobile bar by Tipsi ’Tini Events, has a modern look and is run off of ice, so it doesn’t require any electrical hookup. Photo: The Tipsi ’Tini Events
Elevate your events with drinks on tap and mobile bars.
The vows have been exchanged, the kiss has sealed the marriage—and now it’s time to celebrate in style. Add a memorable touch to your cocktail hour and reception with a mobile bar that brings charm to the big day. Whether it’s a vintage camper or a chic tap trailer, these bars add an unforgettable (and Instagrammable!) twist to wedding festivities.
Based in River Falls, Wisconsin, The Bar Cart is in the business of crafting experiences. Owners Brian and Sarah Smith have been mixing up custom cocktails and mocktails on both sides of the Valley from a vintage 1972 Play-Mor camper for five years. “We tailor each event to our customers’ needs,” Brian says. “We have our clients over for a tasting about six weeks ahead of their event … that personal touch is something we pride ourselves on.” The sky is the limit regarding signature cocktails and other offerings, Brian says. Lavender has been a wildly popular flavor choice, and the Smiths source lavender for syrups and garnishes from a local farm. Handcrafted cocktails and mocktails are often complemented by beer and wine service, made easy by taps built into the camper. “Whatever they want is what we do!” Brian says. Facebook: The Bar Cart
From the bartenders and staff to its three mobile bars, Lakeland-based Give Us A Shot Bartending offers several concepts. Serve four on-tap alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages with the 4 Tap Mobile Bar. (No bartender or electricity required.) Enjoy a pre- or post-ceremony drink with the Champagne Cart. The fun continues with the Tap Cart, a compact cart on wheels that has all the basics. Plus, equipment rentals (and all concepts as mentioned earlier) are available via its sister business, Bars and Bubbly. giveusashot.com and barsandbubbly.com
For a one-of-a-kind mobile bar that is sure to create a buzz, Tap Truck St. Croix brings creative flair to the Valley in the form of a 1959 classic Ford F100 panel truck. The modified vintage vehicle, dubbed “Lita” after rock musician Lita Ford, features five customizable taps that dispense an array of beverages, from craft beers and Champagne to signature cocktails and nonalcoholic options. Service comes with two bartenders, owners Kalli and Dale Bukowski, who can pour drinks alongside the Tap Truck. taptruckstcroix.com
The Tipsi ’Tini Events brings a luxury take to the mobile bar concept in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The Lindstrom-based company’s Tapper Trailer is a self-serve solution for private events, offering four customizable taps. The trailer achieves a modern, elevated look with pine boards and black hardware with a stunning marble hexagonal backsplash. The trailer doesn’t require any electrical hookup or generator; it’s run off of ice. Clients have the option to add a bartender to their package to mix drinks for guests. thetipsytini.com
Wanderlust MN Mobile Bar was created by North St. Paul resident Candice Mich. The business specializes in custom cocktail menus, nonalcoholic options, signature cocktails and more. “What I love most about Wanderlust is the ability to be personable with clients,” Mich says. “I take the time to get to know who [clients] are and what they like, so I can customize their menu … every event becomes an opportunity to create something unique and memorable.” wanderlustmnmobilebar.com
Area mobile bars operate as a dry-hire service in compliance with Minnesota and Wisconsin state liquor laws that require a business to operate in a brick-and-mortar to obtain a liquor license. This means that clients or event hosts are responsible for supplying and purchasing any alcoholic products, while mobile bars can provide a range of bartending services, as well as bar set-ups, garnishes, mocktails and mixers.
