Bar Blenders & Mixers
Our selection of bar blenders and mixers offers everything from economical, switch-operated models to programmable equipment that meets high-traffic needs.
Bar Blenders
High-quality bar blenders can quickly crush and mix margaritas, daiquiris, and other drinks to keep the wait time for your guests to a minimum.
Spindle Mixer
Commercial drink mixers stir solid ingredients into shakes and beverages. Find units that can mix products of varying thickness and consistency here.
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Bar Blenders and Mixers: What You Need to Know
While bar blenders and mixers are key components of alcoholic beverage service, the two differ greatly in functionality. A professional drink mixer, often called a spindle mixer, stirs solid ingredients into soft ingredients – for example, adding candy to milkshakes and ice cream – while bartender blenders crush ice to produce frozen beverages, such as daiquiris and margaritas. Unlike professional drink mixers, bartender blenders can completely break down solid ingredients, though these units are louder throughout operation. If your establishment seeks equipment for milkshakes or wants to speed up the process of preparing craft cocktails, you should go with a professional drink mixer. Bartender blenders are best suited for operations serving frozen cocktails.
Some factors to keep in mind when choosing commercial bar blenders and mixers are production, capacity, and cost. Check the manufacturer's recommended drinks-per-day rating to ensure you invest in equipment that can suit the demands of your operation. Bartender blenders range in capacity from 32 to 128 ounces, and their unique features determine their initial cost. Additionally, consider what ingredients you'll be mixing. One professional drink mixer might be designed for mixing bits of cookies and candy into desserts, while another may only be suitable for softer ingredients, such as ice cream and soft-serve.
Common Questions About Bar Blenders and Mixers
Why does a blender need a sound enclosure?
A bartender blender equipped with a sound enclosure reduces blending noise, lessening disruption to the surrounding area. In an operation that blends drinks behind the bar where customers can see and hear their drinks being made, this feature creates a more pleasant ambience for guests, who will be able to carry on their conversations at a normal volume. These bartender blenders can also be placed in the back of house, enabling employees to hear one another better by reducing kitchen noise.
Do I need a programmable bartender blender?
If your operation needs multiple custom-blend settings, you should invest in a programmable bartender blender. These units are ideal for establishments that need to provide a uniform drink across multiple locations, though they won't be as necessary for operations with low drink demand and a limited menu.
Should I invest in bar blenders and mixers with manual or digital controls?
Bartender blenders with digital controls are equipped with digital displays. These units provide operators with a series of buttons that enable them to control the unit, and their settings can be customized. Bartender blenders with manual controls are adjusted by dials and an on-off switch; because these units are operated manually, they aren't designed with customizable features. Manually controlled units are more cost effective, but if your operation would benefit from customization, invest in a digital unit. Unlike bartender blenders, professional drink mixers are only available with manual controls.