Bar Freezers
Bar freezers are compact units designed to keep frozen ingredients and backup inventory within easy reach in fast-paced beverage programs. Built to fit neatly behind or under the bar, they provide consistent freezing performance while helping staff maintain efficiency during service without leaving their station.
Commercial Bar Freezers for High-Volume Service
KaTom provides a massive inventory of bar freezers engineered to maintain sub-zero temperatures in demanding hospitality operations. From space-saving undercounter units to high-capacity glass frosters, these freezers are essential for maintaining the quality of frozen garnishes, dessert drinks, and chilled glassware. Whether you're outfitting a busy nightclub or a craft cocktail lounge, you'll find rugged, energy-efficient solutions built to withstand the frequent door openings of a busy shift.
Which bar freezer configuration fits your service well?
- High-Volume Glass Frosting: Top loading glass chillers from True and Beverage-Air that utilize forced-air cooling to frost hundreds of mugs and pint glasses per hour.
- Small Footprint Service Bars: Compact 24-inch and 27-inch undercounter freezers that maximize limited floor space while providing local storage for frozen garnishes and spirits.
- Modern Display and Merchandising: Glass door bar freezers featuring low-E thermal glass and LED lighting that showcase premium chilled bottles directly to your patrons.
Key Technical Features of Professional Bar Freezers
- Advanced Refrigeration Systems: Many models feature large evaporator coils and high-horsepower compressors to ensure rapid temperature recovery after frequent door openings.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured with heavy-gauge stainless steel tops and reinforced interiors to handle the impact of heavy glass crates and high-frequency staff use.
- Sanitary Design: Features include built-in floor drains, removable magnetic door gaskets, and coved corners that satisfy strict health code sanitation requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal temperature for a glass chiller?
Commercial glass chillers are typically set between 0 and 10 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure mugs are frosted quickly without causing the glass to become brittle.
Do bar freezers require a floor drain?
Most undercounter units use an automatic condensate evaporator, but larger glass chillers often require a floor drain or plumbing connection to manage defrost runoff.
Top Rated Commercial Bar Freezer Brands at KaTom
- True Refrigeration: An industry leader for American-made bar refrigeration, offering the GC series of glass chillers known for durability and cooling power.
- Beverage-Air: Renowned for providing versatile undercounter and worktop freezers featuring advanced airflow technology and superior energy-efficiency ratings.
- Hoshizaki: Specialized in high-performance refrigeration with high-tech features and robust stainless steel builds designed for demanding professional environments.
- MoTak: Delivers exceptional value with rugged undercounter bar freezers engineered for consistent performance in fast-paced commercial hospitality operations.