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Coffee Shop Equipment

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Espresso Machine Making Coffee - Coffee Shop Equipment List

Starting a new business can be stressful but rewarding. If you’re trying to get your coffee shop up and running, or even if you’re simply wanting to make some changes, we can help you out starting with the coffee shop equipment list full of items you need for a successful hotspot.

Coffee Shop Equipment List

Ingredients

Having a variety of ingredients can help set your business apart from the rest. In order to expand your flavors. Try stocking up on:

  • Different coffee beans
  • Loose teas
  • Hot chocolates
  • Milk and creamer
  • Chai
  • Syrups
  • Sweeteners 

Beverage Equipment: Coffee and Espresso

Make sure you choose an espresso machine that meets the needs of your menu. If you’re serving lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based drinks, you’ll want a larger machine that can keep up. Same goes with a coffee brewer. As a coffee shop, you’ll need variety. There’s a wide selection of pour-over brewers as well as automatic brewers you can choose from.

Another machine to consider is an iced tea brewer. Using a combination brewer and dispenser will help you save some counter space while offering a hot tea option for your customers.

Grinders & Servers

For fresh coffee and espresso beans to make your signature drinks, you’ll need grinders. It’s also important to stock up on decanters and satellite servers to keep the coffee warm at any self-serve station.

Frappe Blenders

Plan to serve iced coffee mixes or refreshing smoothies? Blenders are great to have on hand for a quick mix. It’s recommended you choose a high-speed blender so your drinks are smooth and can be served quicker, staying cold.

Commercial Dishwasher, Refrigeration & Cooking Equipment

Though most establishments can get away with a larger, multiple compartment sink, having a commercial dishwasher will save your servers time and energy. The last thing you want your customers to see is a sink piling up with dishes.

You’ll also need a fridge that can hold your milks, creams and other ingredients that need to stay cool. If you plan on serving food at your cafe or coffee shop, you’ll want to look into a countertop convection oven or a high-speed oven to keep up with the breakfast sandwich orders.

Coffee Shop Equipment Accessories & More

In addition to machinery, there are a few smaller items you’ll want to have on hand when shopping for coffee shop equipment. This includes barista supplies, cleaning tools and even disposables for customers to use. Check out our coffee shop supplies list below:

Dine-In Supplies

When you have customers dining in to enjoy their favorite drinks, it’s important to invest in the right coffee shop equipment such as espresso cups, coffee cups, sugar pourers, coffee filters and more.

Barista Supplies

  • Espresso tampers
  • Frothing pitchers
  • Knock boxes
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Portion scales
  • Syrup pumps
  • Frothing thermometers 

Disposable Supplies

Cleaning Supplies

  • Water filters
  • Espresso machine maintenance kit
  • Milk frother and steam wand cleaner
  • Coffee pot cleaner
  • Beverage equipment cleaning brushes

Learn more about how to start a coffee shop, about new, unique desserts to offer and more when you check out the articles on our blog.

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