Alright, let’s gab about these here drink tubs, the kind you put on a stand. You know, for parties and such. Folks call ’em “beverage tubs” these days, all fancy-like. But I just call ’em drink coolers, or sometimes, just plain tubs.
Now, if you’re gonna have a shindig, you gotta have cold drinks. And you can’t just go throwin’ them in the sink with some ice. Well, I guess you could, but it ain’t proper. That’s why you need a good beverage tub on stand. Keeps them drinks cold, and off the ground so folks ain’t bendin’ over all day. Your old back will thank ya, I tell ya.
First off, you gotta think about how big a tub you need. Got a big family like mine? Kids, grandkids, neighbors all comin’? Then you need a big ‘un. Don’t go gettin’ some little bitty thing, you’ll be refillin’ that thing all day long. Ain’t nobody got time for that. Look for somethin’ that can hold a whole lotta drinks. They say some can hold like, fifty cans or somethin’. That’s a lotta cans, that is. More the better, I always say.
And then there’s the stand. Some of them tubs, they sit right on the ground. That ain’t no good. Like I said, bad for the back. You want a stand that’s sturdy. Don’t want that thing wobblin’ and spillin’ all them drinks, now do ya? Some stands are metal, some are wood. Metal’s probably stronger, but wood’s kinda prettier, I reckon. Just make sure it’s strong enough to hold that tub when it’s full of ice and drinks. It gets heavy, you know.
- Metal Stands: Usually pretty strong, won’t break easy.
- Wooden Stands: Look nice, but make sure they’re sturdy.
- No Stand: Just don’t. Your back will hate you.
Now, what about the tub itself? Some are metal, some are plastic. Metal ones, they keep things cold for a good long while, but they can get heavy. Plastic ones are lighter, easier to carry around. But sometimes they don’t keep things as cold. And some, they sweat real bad. You don’t want water all over the place. There are some that’s like, double-walled or somethin’. Keeps the cold in, and the sweat out. Those are the good ones, I think.
And don’t forget about the drain! You gotta have a drain. When the party’s over, you don’t want to be flippin’ that whole tub over to empty it. That’s just silly. Look for a drain plug, somethin’ easy to open and close. Makes cleanin’ up a whole lot easier, I tell ya.
Some of these beverage tubs on stand have fancy things on ’em too. Like bottle openers. Now that’s handy. No more searchin’ around for a bottle opener, it’s right there on the tub. And some have little shelves or pockets for cups and stuff. That’s nice too, keeps everything organized. But you know, you don’t need all that fancy stuff. A good tub and a sturdy stand, that’s all you really need.
And where do you put this tub? Well, not in the sun, that’s for sure. Unless you want warm drinks. Put it in the shade somewhere, or maybe under a tent. And make sure it’s someplace where folks can get to it easy. Don’t want folks trippin’ over it or havin’ to walk a mile to get a drink. Common sense, really.
Now, how much do these things cost? Well, that depends. You can get a cheap one, or you can spend a whole lotta money on a fancy one. Me? I like somethin’ in the middle. Somethin’ that’s good quality, but ain’t gonna break the bank. Shop around, compare prices. Don’t just buy the first one you see. And don’t be afraid to ask for a deal. A little hagglin’ never hurt nobody.
So, there you have it. Everything you need to know about gettin’ yourself a beverage tub on stand. Just remember, keep it cold, keep it sturdy, and keep it handy. And have yourself a good time. That’s the most important thing, after all.
Oh, and one more thing. Don’t forget the ice! Lots and lots of ice. You don’t want them drinks gettin’ warm, now do ya? And maybe some salt, that helps keep the ice from meltin’ too fast. My mama always said salt’s the trick, and she knew a thing or two about keepin’ things cool.
