Frequently Asked Questions

How does it work? 

1. Quote 

Provide your events detailed information, and we will provide you with a quote within 48 hours. 

2. Contract and Deposit 

Once you have received your quote and are ready to book Sip N Away for your event, we will send you a contract as well as a pre-authorization form to provide us with a $500 nonrefundable deposit. This deposit is used to secure your spot and can be used against your final invoice. 

3. Details & Menu 

At this stage, we will provide you with a recommended alcohol calculator. If you selected the package with the “feature cocktails” we will ask you to provide us the details of the cocktails so we can start to curate your special cocktails and ensure we have the supplies on our end, and ensure it is calculated in the alcohol consumption calculator we provide you. Please note we will also require you to obtain a liquor license that we will need a copy of prior to the event. 

4. Final Payments & Planning 

30 days prior to your big event, we will secure the final payment and go over all the details in depth so we can ensure your big day is a success. 

5. Event 

We will arrive at your event 2 hours prior to the start time so we can set up, connect to power (if available – otherwise set up our generator). We will also request the alcohol be ready for us at this time so we can start chilling it, and do any necessary prep required. 

6. End of Event 

At the end of our bar service, we will pack up all the remaining alcohol for you and place in an area you request. If you choose to do a cash bar, we will ensure the money is counted and provided back to you in the form you request in the quote and details stage. 

Who provides the alcohol?

Due to AGLC regulations, the event holder is responsible for providing the alcohol. We provide you with a recommended alcohol consumption calculator and can help with selections to best suit your event. We recommend that you chose a retailer that allows for returns on unopened product (such as Costco). 

What if we chose to do a cash bar? 

If you chose to do a cash bar, all money received goes back to you. We will take all payments throughout the event, and at the end of the event, we can provide you with the cash, or we can take it back and set up an e-transfer back to you. This will be worked out in the initial phase so we can set up accordingly. 

We also have the option of organizing drink tickets if that is something you’d prefer. 

Are there licensing requirements? 

Yes, the event holder will be required to obtain a license through AGLC. We can help direct you in finding the correct license for your event. 

Our company will have general event insurance, as well as liquor liability insurance however it is up to the event holder to purchase the liquor license and have a copy of the liquor receipts at the event. We will ask for a copy of this prior to the event to ensure we have it in our records. 

What if we do not have power hook up? 

If you do not have power hook up for us, we will add a generator to your rental to ensure we can still connect to power for our fridges, and lighting. 

Can you serve beer on tap? 

Yes, our unit comes fully equipped with a 2 tap kegerator that can connect to either 1 full size keg or 2 half size kegs. 

What is included in the rental of each bar? 

Each rental comes with set up & take down, pro-serve certified bartender(s), drink mixes, ice, plastic cups, straws, napkins, a kegerator, a self serve water station, basic décor, a picture-perfect backdrop for photos and an alcohol consumption calculator. 

How much space is required for Sip N Away? 

The tipsy trotter is roughly 17.5ft long and 9.5ft wide, when opened. We do ask that there is ample space around the trailer to allow for your guests to take photos at the back, as well as order drinks and mingle at the bar. We recommend a space of 18-20ft long, and 12-14ft wide.