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Robert Johnston
PARTNER, FOUNDER
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Sip, Savor, and Celebrate with Northeast Ohio’s Premier Mobile Bar Experience!
Elevate your wedding celebration with 1878 & Co. Brewing, a premium mobile bar service based out of Massillon, OH, proudly serving Canton, Cleveland, Akron, and the surrounding regions. We bring a charming, rustic, custom-converted tap trailer directly to your venue, seamlessly blending into any wedding style from an elegant backyard micro-wedding to a grand barn reception.
Our mobile taproom features an innovative, interactive 4-tap self-pour system that turns your drink service into a memorable focal point. By allowing your guests to easily sample and pour their own beverages, we completely eliminate long bar lines, keeping the dance floor packed and the party moving!
The 1878 & Co. Custom Tap Trailer Experience Our beautifully designed mobile bar is fully equipped to pour up to 4 unique taps simultaneously. We don't just serve craft beer our versatile system can pour local hard ciders, seltzers, custom wedding cocktails, wine or even cold brew coffee. Whether you want an all-day pour or a dedicated 4-hour open bar experience, we tailor our timeline to match your wedding itinerary perfectly.
Why Modern Couples Trust Us (The Corporate Advantage) Founded by Robert Johnston, 1878 & Co. Brewing offers something rare in the wedding industry: decades of executive operational expertise applied directly to your wedding logistics. We translate high-level corporate discipline into your ultimate peace of mind:
Flawless Wedding Logistics: From early sunrise setup to professional staffing and flawless execution, your mobile bar timeline will run like clockwork.
Total Venue & Regulatory Compliance: We handle the complex stuff. We navigate Ohio liquor safety standards, local permits, and comprehensive venue insurance requirements perfectly so you don't have to stress.
Precision Budget Forecasting: Utilizing advanced budgeting models, we help you accurately calculate your exact beverage and keg needs based on your guest count, saving you money and ensuring you never run out of drinks mid-reception.
Curated Craft Beer Partnerships: Take advantage of our deep roots in the Ohio craft beer community. We proudly partner with regional breweries to help you curate a highly personalized menu.
A Family Legacy of Celebration At its heart, 1878 & Co. Brewing is a family-owned passion project built on community, craftsmanship, and legacy. When you book us, you are bringing a team dedicated to pouring their hearts into your big day.
Domestic
Perfect for large guest lists and mixed-age events where you want easy-drinking, approachable options.
Miller Lite
Miller Genuine Draft
Miller High Life
Leinenkugel Seasonal
Leinenkugel Seasonal Shandy
Hamm’s
Straub Lager
Straub Amber
Straub Seasonals
Straub Kölsch & Prohibition Lager
Imports
Foster’s Beer (Australia)
Moretti (Italy)
Amstel (Netherlands)
Heineken (Netherlands)
Peroni (Italy)
U.S. Craft / Domestic Craft
Anchor Steam
Zaftig (all
Speaks English
Meet the team
Robert Johnston
Partner, Founder
With decades of experience managing complex operations in highly regulated industries, I bring an unmatched level of professionalism, integrity, and grit to the wedding world. Here is what that means for your reception:
Flawless, Stress-Free Logistics: From setup before sunrise to handling staffing and venue coordination, my operational background ensures your mobile tap trailer experience runs seamlessly from the first pour to the last toast.
Total Regulatory Peace of Mind: Don't stress about the paperwork. I expertly navigate local permits, safety standards, and insurance compliance so you and your venue can rest easy knowing everything is completely covered.
Smart Beverage Budgeting: My background in financial stewardship means I can help you accurately forecast your guest count needs, ensuring you maximize your budget without running short on your favorite brews.
Exclusive Local Brewery Partnerships: We love our Ohio community. Because of our deep connections with regional craft breweries, we can help you source and curate a unique, crowd-pleasing tap menu that your guests will talk about for years.
Service area & Contact info
4485 Everhard Rd PO Box 35053, Canton, OH
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Travel area: Within 100 miles
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