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Soft Open Spring 2025
Let us tap your next special event!
The Tap Van delivers a hassle-free mobile bartending experience tailored to elevate your celebration. Our skilled bartenders delight guests with signature energy and exceptional service. Whether it’s a wedding, birthday, graduation, or corporate event, The Tap Van is here to make your occasion unforgettable while meeting all your mobile bar needs!
We bring the party to you, all in a custom ride!
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Our Service
The Tap Van is a mobile bartending business that provides a unique and versatile service that provides draft beer and other beverages directly from a custom 1960 Metro Mite step van. The Tap Van is equipped with a professional draft system, including four (4) taps, ice-cold jumper box, and iced kegs, ensuring that beer is served fresh and at the perfect temperature.
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What Sets Us Apart
1. Custom Vehicle: The Tap Van is creatively styled after The Pour Bus from the Bay Area, with custom air ride system and 5.7L engine.
2. Draft System: A built-in draft system built by Cold Brew USA with multiple taps allows for a selection of beers, ciders, and even non-alcoholic options.
3.Portability: With the taps on custom wheels, The Tap Van can travel to various locations - including weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
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The Tap System
This custom beer distribution system provides a stylish and convenient way to serve cold beer on wheels. It features a 4-tap stainless steel jumper box, a 4-tap wall kit with faucet shanks and aluminum wall plates, stainless steel beer faucets with black tap handles, and 20lb CO2 tanks. Perfect for seamless ice-cold beer service on the go!
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Music Service
The Tap Van also offers music services for weddings, parties, corporate events, and special occasions. With a diverse music library and high-quality sound equipment, we create the perfect atmosphere for your event. Let us set the tone and keep the energy flowing all night long!
The Tap Van!
The Tap Van was acquired in Cleburne, Texas, and brought to Continental, Ohio, where Mark Howard of Howie Lones Hot Rods began its transformation. The goal of the project was to craft a one-of-a-kind custom mobile beer truck—an eye-catching masterpiece that also serves up ice-cold beer.
The 1960 IH Metro Mite is a stunning custom build that blends classic design with modern performance enhancements. This unique vehicle features a custom steel tube chassis, providing enhanced rigidity and lightweight construction for improved handling. Its suspension and drivetrain are sourced from a 1988 Corvette, offering a powerful and responsive driving experience that modernizes the vintage design.
Equipped with an ACES Killshot EFI system, the Metro Mite boasts improved fuel efficiency and performance, complementing the robust 5.7L 350 cubic inch engine. The vehicle rides on eye-catching C6 Corvette 18" replica chrome wheels, adding a contemporary touch to its retro exterior.
To enhance ride comfort and adjustability, a four-corner independent air ride system has been installed, allowing for customizable ride height and a smooth driving experience. This remarkable fusion of classic and modern technology makes the 1960 IH Metro Mite not just a nostalgic nod to the past, but a high-performance vehicle that stands out on the road.
State Compliance
In the State of California, mobile bars cannot obtain liquor licenses. The Tap Van ensures your event is unforgettable by providing outstanding bartending service, drinkware, fresh garnishes (when requested), and ice - all through a super-dope custom ride. You buy the beverages and The Tap Van will do the rest!
