FAQs

  • How is your trailer powered?

    We are completely self-contained and require no access to power or water! For our lights we use an internal battery system. If we are serving kegs, we use a jockey box that is not reliant on power.

  • How far do you travel?

    Our normal travel radius is 40 miles one way. For any travel over 30 miles we charge $3 per mile.

  • Does the cost include alcohol?

    No, the client must provide all of the alcohol. We do not have a liquor license and legally cannot provide it or hold cash bars. We will provide everything else though (unless you choose houry bartending without the trailer)!

  • Do you serve cocktails or mixed drinks?

    We specialize in beer, cider and wine but can add-on 1-2 signature drinks to our all inclusive “Big Whip” package with the trailer. You buy the alcohol and we will provide all the mixers and garnishes!

  • How did you come up with the name?

    I was trying think of a clever beer-related name so I googled “beer slang or beer terms” and “Penny Whip” popped up. I immediately was attached to the sound of it, and I loved it even more after I looked into what it meant and where the term came from. See our “about” page for more details. The “whip” part also fits in with the horse trailer theme for a double meaning bonus!

  • Do you offer bartending services without the trailer?

    Of course! I’d love to bartend an event for you without the Whip. I serve at an hourly rate which includes light set-up and clean-up.

  • What form of payment do you take?

    We accept payments through Square online. We accept all major credit or debit cards. Or we take good old fashioned cash.

  • Is gratuity included in your pricing?

    You choose! You can tip at your discretion and allow a tip jar at the event during service, OR there will be an automatic gratuity charge of 20% added to the total cost (in absence of a tip jar).

  • Is there any kind of deposit to guarantee my event date?

    Yes. We charge a booking deposit of 50% of the total price, that includes a partial, non-refundable deposit of $250. This is due on the signing day of the contract to hold your date. This payment will go towards the total cost of services. The remaining balance will be due one week before the event date.

  • What are the dimensions of The Penny Whip

    7’ H x 6’9” W x 9’ L

    14’ Long including tongue and doors open

    10’ Wide With doors open

    In order to use the trailer your venue must have level ground and clear access of about:

    10 feet wide x 14 feet long x 10 feet high