About Us

Tipple Taps is Pittsburgh’s first mobile bar. We provide services so you can offer your guests an assortment of beverages on tap from our antique Model T, The Little Red Truck, in addition to our two tap barrels and tap bicycle. Serving the greater Pittsburgh region (and beyond), the Tipple Taps fleet is available for weddings, private parties, corporate events, bridal and baby showers, festivals - any and all celebrations. The Tipple Team can make recommendations and assist in sourcing beverages for your event -- taking the guesswork out of choosing the best tipple for you. 

Contact us today to find out how we can add a unique and special element to your next event!

The Little Red Truck

The Tipple team was introduced to The Little Red Truck in the Spring of 2018 and immediately fell in love.  This fire engine red 1925 Model T pickup truck has a rich history, eventually finding its way to the 'burgh through Connecticut.

More than 60 years ago, The Little Red Truck was found in a Midwest barn in good condition. Over time it was gradually brought back to its initial splendor using original hardware.  From there, the truck went to live in a Texas museum for 10 years.  It was sold in 1974 to the Hasek family of Illinois.  It suffered minor damage to the bed during a tornado in the '80's, but was soon repaired.  It brought plenty of joy to the family as it was passed down from father to son, and provided countless rides to the grandchildren.

In 2000, The Little Red Truck was disassembled and underwent a massive restoration that included rebuilding both the engine and transmission.  The upper part of the cab is new, but the rest of the truck (including the sheet metal, windows, and hardware) is from the mid-1920's!  The Little Red Truck ventured to Connecticut in 2012 with a different owner, and made appearances in numerous parades and exhibitions. 

As the first Tipple truck, we are over the moon excited to bring this special piece of Americana to your event.  With the addition of our custom tap box, The Little Red Truck is sure to continue its legacy by bringing joy to you and yours!

Tap Barrels

We have TWO puncheon barrels that were at one time used for cognac and wine. The Mystic Barrels team helped us source the most perfect barrels for our idea. The custom red tap tower on each barrel provides that extra flair for any event. Holding two different products each, they are perfect for smaller events or to compliment the Little Red Truck. These cute little guys aren’t so little - they are too girthy to fit through a standard man door, but they are perfect for outdoor setups!

Their dainty little sister barrel will be making her presence known later this year. She’ll be able to hold one product and shimmy on through your front door!

Tap Bicycle

This beauty is our newest addition and has become a Tipple Team favorite. Our tap bike pours two different, smaller sized products (she’s perfect for wine and cocktails) and easily fits indoors. The unique tap tower adds an elegant flair to her. She’s perfect for bridal and baby showers, cocktail receptions, birthday parties - any and all celebrations!

tipple (tip·ple) verb, drink alcohol, especially habitually

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Pioneers

It takes a village - and Tipple Taps certainly has a large one! A rainy Pittsburgh evening spent on the front porch inspired Elaina and now-husband Mike to commit to designing a mobile tap truck that was worthy of life’s finest moments. Their friends and almost neighbors, Ashley and Larry, joined them on the journey and together they built Tipple Taps to be a burgeoning business. Ashley and Larry have since moved on to greener pastures (literally - they live on a Christmas tree farm - visit them at Tuckaway Tree Farm!).

Powered by Garrow Draft Service, the area’s premier draft system company, Tipple Taps continues growing to meet the needs of the community. They strive to bring their energy and love for the modern day tipple to your most special events. While The Little Red Truck leads the fleet, any of the custom mobile tap options are sure to be a conversation piece your guests will remember for years to come.

It is our mission to curate an experience uniquely tailored to you and your vision. When you reserve one of our fleet members, you are booking a quality and service that remains unmatched. We are honored and incredibly humbled to be invited to your most special memories. Cheers to you and your next celebration!