private event rates

every experience is unique

from the venue — to the occasion — to the people

2nd Rule’s coffee cart can fit almost anywhere, indoor and outdoor. specialty coffee is an experience for both the barista and guest, so we find inspiration in crafting a cup at every gathering. the private rates are a simple presentation of 2nd Rule’s offerings, however every package is uniquely catered in consideration to the vision of the event, whether that means bigger or lesser cart presence. we’re here to make exceptional coffee and elevate the occasion just right.

A coffee stand outdoors with a blackboard menu listing options like Americano, espresso, cappuccino, and latte. There is a large container of coffee beans, a silver coffee pot, and disposable coffee cups behind the counter. The stand is set against a backdrop of green trees.

Open Espresso Bar

Our most popular package. With a dedicated barista, the menu includes all espresso-based drinks. Ideal for up to 75 guests.

Espresso
Americano
Cappuccino
Latte
Organic Hot Teas

*Base Package (2 hours): $775
Each additional hour $230
Travel Fee: varies by location

Larger guest volume?
No problem. We have packages serving up to 1,000!

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packages

A cold coffee drink in a clear plastic cup with a lid, placed on a wooden table. The cup has a logo that reads '2nd Rule Coffee Co.' and 'Love Thy Cup of Coffee' with illustrated hands shaking. In the background, there is a small round wooden platter, a black Marshall speaker, a green plant, a brown bottle, and a white calendar or notepad.

Nitro Cold Brew Bar

Totally unplugged, this barista-serviced draft bar is great for outdoor & indoor events anywhere. Clean, creamy, nitro-flushed cold brew steeped for 24 hours. Able to serve alongside a non-caffeinated beverage such as iced tea & lemonade. Serves from 50-200 people.

*Two hours // 80 drinks $410
Two hours // 120 drinks $550
Two hours // 160 drinks $620
Each additional hour $98

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Coffee being poured into a glass with caramel and vanilla ice cream at the bottom.

Affogato Dessert Bar

A sweet send home! Rich espresso poured over sweet ice cream. We source organic, artisanal ice cream from the renowned Bent Spoon in Princeton, NJ — that’s churned fresh just for your event. It’s treat, a buzz, a thank you, love you, and goodbye. Ideal up to 70 guests.

*Base Package (2 hours): $615
Each additional hour $205

Larger guest volume?
No problem. We have packages serving up to 500!

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all packages include

Assorted cookies on a wooden tray and a cupcake with white frosting and drizzle, on a white plate, with a plant and a paper bag nearby.

    • beautiful black & walnut wood coffee cart, adorned with greenery, and outfitted with a pitcher rinser, fresh water faucet, & music!

    • one professional event barista for events up to 50 guests (additional barista for every 50 guests)

    • organic whole milk

    • Chobani® non-dairy oat milk for 25% of your guest count

    • (7) organic sweeteners:

      • housemade simple syrup made with organic raw sugar

      • organic stevia

      • housemade organic vanilla bean, soaked & scraped in house with real vanilla flecks

      • Stiles local honey (2 miles from our HQ!)

      • organic grade A maple

      • organic dark mocha

      • & a rotating housemade seasonal syrup ♡

    • paper goods: cups, lids, stirrers, napkins

    • white glove set up 60-90 min prior to your event

    • tear down

    • travel fees vary

add-ons

  • all of our packages include 4 beautiful organic RISHI teas. expand your menu offerings for your guests with:

    • organic RISHI masala chai

    • organic RISHI iced teas

    • organic RISHI matcha

    • organic lemonade

    • organic & fair-trade Equal Exchange dark hot cocoa

    • custom cups

    • custom cart — brand the front of our cart!

    • custom beverage — let’s make the perfect signature flavor

  • rich espresso poured over sweet ice cream. we source organic, artisanal ice cream from The Bent Spoon in Princeton, NJ that’s churned fresh just for your event.

    only available for the Open Espresso Bar package

  • baked from scratch, with love
    — by our own barista & baker, Claire ❤️

    we envisioned a small selection of unique & delicious baked good that we can prepare fresh for any occasion. enjoy a modern twist on baked goods that pair perfectly with a craft cup of coffee.

    Cinnamon Cardamom Coffee Cake Muffins
    start your day right with muffin size coffee cakes—warm spices layered in a delightful crumb texture. crafted for breakfast, they're the perfect pairing to elevate your morning.

    Miso Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie
    indulge in an artisanal blend of miso-infused brown butter and premium chocolate chips. perfect for dessert, each bite offers a harmonious balance of umami richness, making them an exquisite salty sweet bite with your coffee.

    Mango Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
    delightful sweet mango and coconut, with a hint of lime. ideal as a light sweet bite or elegant party favor, these petite treats add refined sweetness to every gathering.

    minimum order 100. availability varies by season.

other services

A person holding a paper cup of coffee with latte art, while another person pours milk from a carton into the coffee.

Intro to Latte Art Workshop

PRIVATELY INSTRUCTED WORKSHOP

We bring the set up! A fun class for coffee (or art) lovers! This is a 2-hour creative workshop where we learn espresso & milk theory in order to pour latte art. Perfect for team building and adult birthdays, each student learns, pours, and drinks (decaf) lattes! We end each workshop with a friendly competition.

Base rate: $450 plus travel
includes 4 students

Per student thereafter $40

For the best experience, max class is 6

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Close-up of a person pouring hot water from a stainless steel kettle into a paper filter with coffee grounds inside a glass Chemex coffee maker, with marked surface and other brewing equipment in the blurred background.

Chemex® Pourover Slow Bar

Ideal for intimate gatherings, showings, and galleries. Each guest chooses from a selection of two single-origin beans (an African and Central American coffee). A barista manually brews each guest’s cup, serving about 10 pourovers per hour.

Base Package (2 hours) $235
Each additional hour $65

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