Coffee Truck/Trailer Blueprint:
Building a Coffee Trailer Business
This course provides a comprehensive framework for planning, constructing, and launching a compliant coffee trailer or truck. You’ll learn how to evaluate trailer options, design layouts that pass inspections, and coordinate the construction sequence from start to finish. With a strong focus on regulatory compliance and technical systems, this program equips new entrepreneurs with the knowledge and process to build a trailer that’s ready for profitable operations.
Access to the course is for 12 months
Full curriculum with 12 modules covering every step of trailer or truck construction
Guidance on equipment selection and system integration
Proven framework to avoid costly build mistakes
Who This Class is For
This course is designed for new entrepreneurs who want to build or commission a coffee trailer or truck and need guidance on design, compliance, and construction. If you’re ready to take your mobile coffee business beyond carts and into a full trailer or truck build, this program is for you.
Who This Course is NOT For
This course focuses only on the design and build of coffee trailers and trucks. If your goals are different, here’s where to look instead:
Carts → Coffee Cart Blueprint course
Launching and operating a cart → Coffee Cart Accelerator course
Running the numbers / full business plan → Profitable Coffee 101
Marketing, branding, and growth → Beansprouts
Weekly Meetings
- Weekly Virtual Meetings
- Wed 4p-5p MT
- All Meetings Recorded
- Office Hours
- Mon 3pm MT
- Thurs 4pm MT
12 Step Program
- Everything from registering your business to the Grand Opening.
- Chronological Chapters
- Homework Assignments
Equipment Discounts
Discounts with:
- Simple Carts
- La Marzocco
- Simonelli
- Astoria
- AeroBuild
Launch in 12 Weeks
- Floor Plans
- Spec Sheets
- How to Videos
- Navigate Health Department
- Select Equipment
- Prepare for Grand Opening
Next Class Begins: Oct 8th, 2025
Lesson 1: Branding & Digital Footprint
- How to choose and secure a business name
- Essentials of a simple, effective website
- Which directories to list your business in
- Building a professional social media presence
Lesson 2: Business Registration & Legal Setup
- What is an LLC?
- What is the Difference between Business Entities
- What Type of Business is Right for You?
- Tax Strategy
- What Kind of Taxes do you Have to Pay?
- What Kind of Business Should You Open?
Lesson 3: Health Code & Fire Department Permit
The Health Code is the Gatekeeper. But they are much more than that. Believe it or not, they also protect your business by showing you follow proper health procedure, you also limit your liability against litigation.
- How to Locate Your Regulations
- How to Find Commissaries
- Commissaries Explained
- Commissaries For Free
- How to Pass Health Inspection
- What the Health Inspectors are Looking For
- How to Pass The Fire Department Inspection
Lesson 4: Trailer Purchase & Contractor Considerations
- How to evaluate trailer types and sizes
- Towing weight and axle considerations
- Selecting a contractor vs. DIY
- Licensing, budgeting, and timelines
Lesson 5: Floor Plans & Layouts
Health code requirements for layout
- Floor plans & Blueprints
- Spec Sheets
- Plumbing Diagrams
- Electrical Diagrams
Service window types and placement rules
Design for workflow and customer interaction
Lesson 6: Plumbing Systems
How to size fresh and grey water tanks
Pump options and pressure recommendations
Water Filters Explained
Required sinks and fixtures
Example plumbing diagrams
Plumbing Diagrams
Lesson 7: Electrical Systems
Panels, outlets, and circuits you’ll need
How to calculate wattage and select a generator
Tips for hiring and working with electricians
Example wiring diagrams
Lesson 8: Equipment for Mobile Coffee
- Top Espresso Machines for Coffee Cart + Wholesale Discounts
- Espresso Grinders explained + Recommendations
- Coffee Brewers Explained + Recommendations
- Blenders Explained + Recommendations
- Refrigerators Explained + Recommendations
- Generators Explained + Recommendations
- Matching Equipment to Workflow
Lesson 9: Walls, Ceilings & Floors
- Materials that pass inspection
Fire safety requirements
Installation sequence for efficient buildout
Pros and cons of different finishes
Lesson 10: Cabinets & Countertop
- Materials for code compliance and durability
Layout options for workflow efficiency
Custom vs prefabricated options
Integrating with plumbing and electrical
Lesson 11: Menu & Pricing Strategy
- Starter menus for trailers and trucks
Scaling up menu options for larger builds
Pricing strategies that reflect higher capacity
Profitability considerations
Lesson 12: Construction Order & Workflow
Recommended build sequence (windows → systems → finishes → equipment)
How to avoid costly rework and delays
Coordinating contractors and inspections
Final compliance checklist
Tuition
Why This Course Works
This program is built from years of hands-on trailer builds and consulting projects. It translates complex technical requirements into a step-by-step plan, helping new entrepreneurs build trailers and trucks that pass inspection, support workflow, and open profitably.
6 Payments of $199
Q: How long do I have access to the course?
You’ll have 12 months of access from the date of purchase.
Q: Do I need construction skills to take this course?
Basic knowledge of how to work the tools and measure are required. If you are interested in delegating this work, see the Coffee Trailer/Truck Accelerator.
Q: Does this course apply to both trucks and trailers?
Yes. The principles, floor plans, and systems apply to both coffee trailers and step vans/trucks.
Q: What if I’m not building yet, just researching?
Start with Profitable Coffee 101 to understand startup costs and profitability before investing in a trailer build.
Q: Does this course cover running the business day-to-day?
Basic operations are included.