From Barn Find to Bar on Wheels — The Story of Tap Truck Fort Worth’s Cowtown Queen
"We didn’t need a showpiece — we needed something that caught people’s eyes and fit into any event, from a backyard BBQ to a black-tie wedding," says Paul Giguere, owner of Tap Truck Fort Worth.
When Paul Steeves first spotted the dusty red 1934 Ford in a friend’s barn, he knew it was “the one.” A year and a half (and a small fortune) later, that truck was stripped to the frame, rebuilt, and painted Wimbledon White — ready to serve beer, cocktails, and even root beer floats as The Cowtown Queen.
In this episode, Paul walks through his journey from aerospace engineer to mobile bar owner, detailing the build process, the personal touches (like the Skunk Works medallions honoring the truck’s original owner), and the decision to join the Tap Truck network.
The Cowtown Queen isn’t just for weddings — Paul’s learned that corporate events are a goldmine for mobile bar bookings. From Arlington Backyard concerts to McDonald’s franchisee ice cream socials, the versatility of a vintage mobile tap system has opened doors year-round. He also shares behind-the-scenes tips on keg logistics, signature cocktails, and the power of word-of-mouth marketing in the Fort Worth scene.
Whether you’re a mobile bar operator, vintage truck enthusiast, or just love a good build story, this conversation is full of lessons on branding, networking, and building a business that’s as fun as it is functional.
