Pricing and Costs of Commercial Coffee Machines and Tea Supplies

Get pricing on commercial espresso machines, coffee makers and tea equipment
By J.R. Glass Restaurant and hospitality services need to budget in the pricing and costs of commercial coffee machines and tea supplies. Whether an establishment is just opening or is looking to replace old equipment, commercial coffee supplies and machines are an important part of these industries.

When shopping for coffee and tea supplies, it is critical to know the approximate amount of coffee that you will brew each day. A small Mom and Pop restaurant will spend much less on equipment than a large establishment that serves thousands daily.

Smaller establishments can get away with a small commercial coffee machine and tea brewer. Large establishments need to serve a wider range of coffee beverages, making an espresso machine necessary. As you pin point a budget for commercial coffee makers and tea equipment, consider the following:

1. Use commercial espresso coffee machines to create specialty drinks.

2. Have a standard commercial coffee maker for standard coffees.

3. Brew tea with commercial tea equipment.

Price commercial espresso coffee machines

When your restaurant serves specialty coffees such as lattes, cappuccinos and mochas, an espresso machine will be in order. These high-pressure machines come with a hefty price tag. Commercial espresso machines range from $1,000 to nearly $12,000.
Try:  For a wide variety of commercial espresso makers, look to ACityDiscount. It carries espresso machines from simple to complex, in a wide range of prices. The Coffee Brewers sells commercial espresso coffee machines in a wide variety. Its listing of machines includes single and triple steam wands.

Figure the cost of commercial coffee machines

Commercial coffee makers are a standard piece of equipment for hotels, restaurants, cafes and convenience stores. These machines reflect a price depending on the number of features they have. The volume of the commercial coffee equipment affects the price. A small coffee machine will sell for as little as $250, but large-capacity commercial coffee roasters can run as high as $6,000.
Try:  The Bunn Store specializes in smaller commercial coffee machines. It has machines priced anywhere from $250 to $600. CoffeeMakersEtc specializes in large capacity commercial coffee machines. It has machines priced from $1,000 to over $6,000.

Budget the cost of commercial tea equipment

Iced tea isn't just a summer beverage anymore. Many customers enjoy this refreshing drink year round. The majority of brewers cost between $500 and $700.
Try:  Coffee Wholesale USA is a distributor of several commercial iced tea brewers. It has 3- and 5-gallon brewers to choose from in a variety of models. Another distributor of iced tea brewers is A-Best Fixture Company. Along with ice tea brewers, it also sells ice tea dispensers.

• Small establishments can save money by purchasing commercial coffee makers that brew coffee and make espresso.