What is the Best Coffee Maker for Commercial Settings?

From improving wellbeing to enriching your space with a premium feel, there are a wealth of reasons to invest in a commercial coffee machine. Choosing from an extensive range of leading makes and models can be difficult, so how do you decide which is the best coffee maker for you? Your machine ought to be well suited to your space, and able to meet the demands of today’s discerning coffee drinkers – whilst never compromising on flavour. Below we explore the primary factors to consider when selecting the best coffee machine for your commercial space.

What Coffee Machine does Starbucks use?

Global coffee chain Starbucks has been delivering exceptional coffee experiences to customers for decades. Famed for their aesthetic appearance, swift fruition, and delectable range of seasonal spices, they owe their success not only to their exceptionally trained baristas, but their top-of-the-range machines and quality coffee beans. The machine primarily used across Starbucks stores worldwide is a custom-built model manufactured by Thermoplan AG. Intently designed and equipped with technologies for optimum brewing capabilities, this machine is exclusive to Starbucks, and enables the brand to offer a complex range of everyone's favourite hot drinks, from a menu that is second to none. Equipped with an impressive brewing capacity and milk-frothing features, this machine produces the perfect texture for lattes and cappuccinos. What's more, the customisable settings enable staff to fine-tune each cup to the unique tastes of their customers; and deliver consistently great-tasting coffee to all. As a leading provider of coffee solutions for commercial spaces, Liquidline has what it takes to replicate that coffee shop feeling from the comfort of your office. We stock a range of advanced bean-to-cup coffee machines that resemble the famous Starbucks coffee machine, so you can savor the taste of Starbucks, without having to swallow the daily expense. Powered with premium milk foaming technology, alternative milk options and flavour stations amongst other functions, our models that are most comparable to Starbuck’s machine include the Franke SB1200 Bean-To-Cup Coffee Machine With Fresh Milk, Schaerer Coffee Soul 10 Bean To Cup Coffee Machine With Fresh Milk, and the Schaerer Coffee Soul 12 Bean To Cup Coffee Machine With Fresh Milk - each capable of serving over 250 cups per day! Well-renowned for increasing productivity and wellbeing amongst staff and customers, industrial coffee machines have become a vital component of any commercial space. Despite bearing a large initial expenditure, coffee machines are an investment piece.

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Warm Up This Winter: Healthier Seasonal Drinks for Happier Workplaces

Published
26th November 2024

As the winter chill sets in, there’s nothing quite like the comforting warmth of a seasonal hot drink. Whether it’s the festive spice of a Gingerbread Latte or the nutty sweetness of a Hazelnut Hot Chocolate, these beverages don’t just warm our hands, they lift our spirits.

But while coffee shop-bought winter drinks are popular, they come with significant drawbacks like high sugar content, steep prices, and the inconvenience of leaving the office to get them.

That’s where our Winter Drinks come in, offering a healthier, more convenient, and cost-effective way to indulge in your team’s festive favourites right in the workplace. Let’s explore why this could be the seasonal upgrade your workplace needs.

Why Seasonal Drinks Matter in the Workplace

1. Boost Employee Morale and Productivity

Providing festive drinks at work creates an atmosphere of warmth and care, helping employees feel valued. A Hazelnut Hot Chocolate or Toffee Nut Latte is more than just a drink, it’s a gesture that fosters goodwill, encourages seasonal cheer, and builds a stronger sense of community within your team and the wider business.

2. Encourage Healthy Choices

Many store-bought winter drinks come loaded with sugar, far exceeding daily recommendations. For example:

Peppermint Mocha (Starbucks, 2023): Contains 63g of sugar.
Gingerbread Latte (Costa, 2022): Contains 26g of sugar.

With our Winter Drinks however, employees can enjoy their favourites with a fraction of the sugar by adjusting syrup amounts or choosing sweeteners. It’s indulgence without compromise, helping everyone stay healthier and happier during the festive season.

3. Keep Teams Together and Productive

Office-ready seasonal drinks eliminate the need for employees to leave the office for their winter favourites. Not only does this save time, but it also fosters more spontaneous collaboration and encourages employees to connect with each other, which can be crucial for team success.

4. Save Costs Without Sacrificing Quality

A typical festive drink will cost upwards of £5 at many leading coffee shops. With the Winter Drinks range from Liquidline, businesses can provide these drinks for a fraction of the price, saving employees money while delivering café-quality experiences in the workplace.

A Perfect Match for Bean-to-Cup & Traditional Espresso Machines

For workplaces with bean to cup machines, the addition of seasonal syrups to your coffee station offers ease and variety, allowing employees to quickly and easily customise their drinks. They can dispense their favourite beverages at the touch of a button, and enhance them with festive flavours like Gingerbread or Toffee Nut. Bean-to-cup machines also pair perfectly with syrups to expand drink options without needing barista expertise. This simple addition creates a cost-effective way to deliver coffee-shop-quality drinks, delighting employees without breaking the bank.

For those using traditional espresso machines, seasonal syrups take workplace refreshments to the next level by adding an element of artistry to the brewing process. Whether it’s a Hazelnut Mocha or a Gingerbread Cappuccino, the addition of syrups encourages creativity, enabling employees to customise beverages to their tastes. Using high-quality syrups with an espresso machine also enhances the perception of care and attention to detail, ensuring every cup feels indulgent and thoughtful while catering to everyone’s needs.

Seasonal syrups offer many benefits regardless of the coffee setup in your workplace. They expand your drink menu significantly without requiring additional equipment, allowing employees to experiment with flavours and personalise their beverages. This not only boosts morale but also encourages a more sustainable approach by reducing reliance on disposable cups and packaging from external coffee shops.

By seamlessly integrating into both bean-to-cup and traditional espresso setups, our Winter Drinks ensure every cup served this season is brimming with warmth, flavour, and festive cheer.

What’s Included in the Winter Drinks Offer?

Our Winter Drinks menu is designed to transform your coffee station into a festive delight. Here’s what’s included:

Your Choice of Seasonal Syrups: Hazelnut, Gingerbread, or Toffee Nut.

A Recipe Card: Step-by-step guides for making barista-quality favourites like:

Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
Gingerbread Latte
Toffee Nut Latte

Optional Add-Ons: When ordering through My Account Portal you can shop our range of chocolate sprinkles, biscuits, and dairy-free milk options to add an extra special treat to your festive favourites.

How to Create Your Favourite Seasonal Drinks

Gingerbread Latte

Add 3 pumps of Gingerbread Syrup to your cup.
Dispense a latte from your coffee machine.
Serve with a Lotus Caramelised Biscuit.

Toffee Nut Latte

Add 3 pumps of Toffee Nut Syrup to your cup.
Dispense a latte from your coffee machine.
Serve with a Borders Butterscotch Crunch Biscuit.

Hazelnut Hot Chocolate

Add 3 pumps of Hazelnut Syrup to your cup.
Dispense hot chocolate from your coffee machine.
Dust with chocolate sprinkles to finish.

Why Choose Liquidline for Your Seasonal Drinks Solution?

At Liquidline, we specialise in creating workplace refreshment solutions that don’t just meet expectations, they exceed them. And our Winter Drinks are no exception, our range of festive favourites have been expertly crafted to help you:

Improve Morale: Show your team you care by spreading festive cheer with every cup.
Save Costs: Bring barista-quality beverages to your office for less.
Prioritise Health: Provide customisable drinks that reduce sugar intake.
Simplify Service: Enjoy the convenience of a fully stocked drinks station with all the tools you need.

Get Winter Ready Today

Don’t let your team brave the cold for their winter drink fix. Bring the warmth and joy of the season directly to your workplace with our Winter Drinks.

Contact us today to learn more, or follow us on social media for recipes, tips, and exclusive offers to keep your office merry and bright this winter.

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Marketing Communications