Ice Crushers, Juicers and Bar Blenders Buying Guide
Select high quality ice crushers, juicers and bar blenders to deliver delicious results in your bar or restaurant. The best equipment will be long lasting and ensure your drinks and cocktails are a professional standard. When choosing a blender or juicer, there are a few things to keep in mind. This guide will take you through the considerations to make when making a purchase, and explain how these tools could make your team’s life much easier.
The right blenders, juicers and crushers will handle the toughest ingredients with little noise. Here at Alliance Online, we have a wide variety of bar products from the leading brands all at competitive prices. With our selection and this helpful guide, you’ll be serving up refreshing beverages in no time.
Bar Blenders
A bar blender is essential for making smooth and creamy frozen drinks or cocktails. Pina Coladas, margaritas and smoothies will need a blender of sufficient quality. It’s important to purchase a commercial blender designed for continuous daily use at a busy bar, so that it lasts. When making the decision on a blender, there are a few factors to take into account:
Size: Work out how many ounces are in the blender jar and also consider what you will be blending. If your bar specialises in cocktails then you will need something fast, effective and with a bigger jar to cope with large orders.
Material: Choose from glass, plastic or stainless steel for your blender. Stainless steel is the most practical as it won’t catch odours, but a glass or plastic blender will showcase the making of your cocktails!
Base: The blender base is important as this is where the power is! Blender bases are also available in a range of materials. Brushed stainless steel is a wise choice as it won’t show finger-marks whilst chrome is higher-maintenance as it can get marked. A black or silver plastic base can also look aesthetically pleasing for your blender.
Power and Speed: Ensure that you get the right power for your bar or pub. Professional bar blenders usually have 1-3 hp motors which will blend and puree your ingredients perfectly. If you serve thicker drinks or need to use your blender for combining solid ingredients choose 3 hp or more. Generally for bar and pub use we’d recommend choosing a blender with multiple speed and pulse functions.
Juicers
A juicer removes the juice from fruit and vegetables without the need for peeling or chopping beforehand. The juice is collected in a jug and leftover pulp is separated into another container. If you’re hoping to offer freshly squeezed juice for your customers then you need a high performance juicing machine that is built to last. The best quality juicers will extract more juice and create less food waste.
The best materials for a juicer are stainless steel and chrome as they are extremely durable. Some juicers are available with non-drip spouts and drip trays - this is a great addition to prevent spillages on your bar.
For bar and restaurant use it’s vital to look for the following elements when making that all-important decision:
- Consider the items you will be juicing and their size (check the juicer can handle any fruit)
- Look for a product which is easy to use and clean, with removable parts
- Check the power of the juice’s motor. If offering freshly-squeezed juice for your customers, you’ll need a high-power of 3.000 rpm
- Listen to the motor if you can, a quieter motor is better where customers may be drinking at the bar
- Ensure you have replacement blades
- Check how safe the juicer is to use, read product reviews if available
Ice Crushers
A commercial ice cube crusher is a necessity when serving cool drinks and cocktails made with crushed ice. The machine uses crushing mechanisms to quickly and effectively break down ice. This saves your bartenders heaps of time and effort, allowing them to serve customers’ drinks up with no delay. Presenting beautiful drinks with a crushed ice garnish is made easy with the best ice crushers.
To make the perfect frozen daiquiri or fruity slushy, you’ll need something quick and effective. Look for a machine that will prepare crushed ice in seconds and has the capacity to crush a large amount. For a busy bar or restaurant, you’ll ideally want a strong crusher made of sturdy stainless steel, which can take at least 3 kg of ice at a time. Whilst your ice crusher needs to be powerful, it is also advised to purchase a compact machine that won’t take up too much space on a countertop or back bar. Additionally, look for safety features on the feeding mouth and collecting tray to prevent any accidents when refilling.
To keep your bar running smoothly, the best commercial blenders, juicers and crushers are key. Use this guide to make sure you’re making the right choice for your cafe or restaurant, and choose Alliance Online for equipment you can rely on. Find a comprehensive range of equipment on our Ice Crushers, Juicers & Bar Blenders page and for all the little extras see our Bar Accessories collection. Need any further information on ice crushers, juicers, or blenders? Don’t hesitate to contact our friendly customer care team.