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Saratoga Draught Horse
Brings the Party to You!

WRITTEN BY MEGIN POTTER  |  PHOTOS PROVIDED


A mobile bar gives you free rein to
drink, socialize, and enjoy your big day.


Outdoor affairs are a trend that’s not going anywhere anytime soon. The casual atmosphere and low cost of having your wedding at a farm, park, or even in your own backyard is appealing, but planning for the outdoor setting can saddle you with specific challenges, especially because these areas often don’t have electricity. 

Jumping that hurdle is the Saratoga Draught Horse. Because they come with their own power supply, they can roll right up to your big day – wherever that happens to be.

Hitting Their Stride

The Saratoga Draught Horse is a premier 12’ mobile bar that delivers drinks indoors or out. 

It’s the brainchild of Tyler Kelley and Courtney Manning, a dynamic bartending brother and sister duo who have worked together at a number of Saratoga hot spots. They make a great team, said Courtney, because they both love meeting new people and share a similar sense of humor. 

In 2019, their friends and family helped customize the 1984 Shoop horse trailer they use into a unique, stylish bar on wheels that is a stand-out at any party.

“The whole allure of a mobile bar is that it’s not cookie cutter. It gives people the chance to do something different and to have their vision come to life,” said Courtney.

Pony Up to the Bar

The Saratoga Draught Horse is equipped with two state-of-the-art Lindr Draught System beer taps, and includes everything needed to make the drinks that will keep everyone happy. 

When you book their services, they help you sift through the sea of beverage choices available and will develop special signature drinks to go along with your theme. 

For fall gatherings, they’ve created a pumpkin spice tequila margarita, they’ve served hot chocolate at the Polar Plunge, and have created a fun Italian soda drink for the kids that comes with gummy rings on the straw, whipped cream, and is topped with a cherry.

Hands-Down Savings

Just tell Saratoga Draught Horse the number of guests you’re expecting and they’ll create a shopping list for you (New York State law requires the host buys the alcohol with mobile businesses like theirs). 

“We can calculate pretty specifically how much you’ll need,” she said. “You don’t want to run out but you also don’t want too much and have cases and cases leftover.” 

Although it’s different than how a traditional venue operates, doing the drinks this way comes with a big plus – there are no mark-ups when you buy the alcohol yourself – which can shave hundreds of dollars off the total cost. 

“People are thrilled to have an open bar,” said Courtney. “No one ever complains.”

An Unbridled Good Time

You can rest easy knowing that Saratoga Draught Horse’s specially-trained bartenders will be attending to your guests for a minimum of three hours.

“We get into the crowd and make sure everyone is having a good time – but a responsible good time – so you’re not going to have to worry about a thing,” said Courtney. 

For an added touch of ambiance, they also have a variety of rustic décor items including wood crates and whiskey barrels, a live-edge red oak bar top, and seasonal natural elements. 

As soon as you have picked out your venue, book the Saratoga Draught Horse for an unbridled good time. 

Find out more by following them on Facebook, Instagram and visiting www.saratogadraughthorse.com