What is a dry hire mobile bar?

A dry hire mobile bar refers to a mobile bar service that provides the physical bar setup and equipment, in our case the trailer, without the inclusion of any beverages or alcohol. This means that the customer is responsible for supplying their own drinks, whether it be alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and the bar staff will serve and manage the drinks according to the customer's instructions. The dry hire mobile bar typically includes bar counters, refrigeration units, glassware, and necessary bar equipment, allowing the customer to customize their beverage selection and maintain control over the drinks served at their event.

What are the advantages of choosing a dry hire option for an event?

BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage): With a dry hire mobile bar, you have the option to supply your own beverages. This allows you to purchase drinks at wholesale or discounted prices, potentially saving money compared to purchasing drinks through a traditional bar service. You can take advantage of bulk discounts or shop around for the best deals, especially if you have access to a membership or wholesale purchasing options.

Avoiding markup: When you hire a traditional bar service, they typically charge a markup on the cost of the beverages they provide. By opting for a dry hire mobile bar, you eliminate this markup since you are responsible for purchasing and providing the drinks yourself. This can result in significant cost savings, especially if you plan to serve specialty or high-end beverages that could carry a higher markup when provided by a bar service.

Flexibility and control: With a dry hire, you have complete control over all aspects of the event or equipment operation. You can customize and tailor the setup, timeline, and logistics according to your specific requirements without any restrictions imposed by the rental company.

Customization of drink selection: When you provide your own beverages, you have the flexibility to choose drinks that fit within your budget. You can select cost-effective options that still align with your guests' preferences and the overall theme of your event. This level of customization allows you to control costs while still offering a variety of drink choices.

Creative freedom: Dry hire allows you to showcase your creativity and vision without any limitations. You have the freedom to design the event space or use the equipment in a way that aligns with your unique style and objectives.

Privacy and exclusivity: By opting for a dry hire, you have the opportunity to enjoy a private and exclusive event experience. You can have full privacy and avoid sharing the venue or equipment with other parties or events.

No minimum spend requirements: Some traditional bar services may have minimum spend requirements, where you are obligated to spend a certain amount on their services. By opting for a dry hire mobile bar, you eliminate these minimum spend requirements, giving you more flexibility and potentially reducing your overall costs.