Flavorful, hot coffee drinks are the cornerstone of the restaurant industry today. From wholesome street-side coffee shops to chain restaurants and even bars, everybody needs a fresh java at some point throughout their day. If you are considering opening up a new coffee shop or currently own one, there are a few different hot beverage equipment and supplies that you will need for the day-to-day operations. If you follow this guide, you can find the best kinds of coffee machines and other restaurant supplies to ensure your business is serving the best possible drinks that will turn customers into new regulars. Read on to learn more!

Coffee Makers

You should opt for some automatic coffee makers. They usually output about 40 to 240 cups per hour, depending on the model. Some common uses for them are in diners, break rooms, and of course, coffee shops. Water automatically refills from a direct line for easy and fast brewing, and some also come with a pour-over design. They are a convenient and easy choice for brewing quick cups of coffee. There are also pour-over coffee makers, which make about 55 to 65 cups of coffee per hour. They have no water line and usually have portable designs. Brews product directly into the machine’s airport, decanter, thermal server, or mug. Consider these types of coffee makers for your coffee shop.

Coffee Dispensers

Coffee dispensers are also a must for your shop. A soluble dispenser usually outputs about three to 12 gallons, or anywhere from 48 to 192 cups of coffee. They are fast and efficient for mixing, with multiple hoppers to dispense different coffee flavors into cups.

Disposable Coffee Cups

Of course, you need some cups to pour that hot coffee into. Many customers will take their coffee to-go as well. It is important to be stocked with small, medium, and large-sized choices for coffee cups. Make sure to have some smaller cups for any espresso shots too. Depending on the type of cup you pick, you may want to add customization to your cups too. H.C. Walterhoefer has recyclable customizable paper products, so this is an option if you wish to add some personality to your coffee shop’s products.

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