The Best Commercial Bean-To-Cup Coffee Machines

There are countless bean-to-cup coffee machines on the market, therefore it’s important to choose a solution that’s right for your requirements, business size and budget. Plus, with 70% of British consumers drinking at least two cups of coffee per day, there’s no wonder you’re on the hunt for only the best quality commercial coffee machine for your business.

Read on to find out what a bean-to-cup coffee machine is, how they work and which models are the best to invest in for your commercial needs.

What is a bean-to-cup coffee machine?

A bean-to-cup coffee machine does exactly what it says on the tin. They can also be known as automatic coffee machines. Put simply, these types of coffee machines will require you to fill up with fresh coffee beans, and at a click of a button the machine will fill up your cup with your favourite choice of brew. Fill, click and go – it’s as simple as that.

How does a commercial bean-to-cup coffee machine work?

When deciding to purchase a commercial coffee machine, there are a few different options to consider for the business needs. The good news is, there is plenty of choices to opt for a machine most suitable for the area it’s being put in and the requirements of those who are using it.

The first option you will need to consider is, will your bean-to-cup coffee machine be mains or tank fed.

• A mains-fed coffee machine is plumbed in and connected to a water line to allow for a continuous flow of water without the need to refill manually. You may already have a mains pipe available in the location where you would like to place the coffee machine (if so, brilliant!), alternatively, you could organise the plumbing installation before your coffee machine is set up.
• A tank-fed coffee machine is operated with an in-built water tank. The water tank is manually refillable and doesn’t require any need for plumbing. Tank-fed machines also have the added benefit of being portable to different locations and are ideal for those that do not have a water source readily available.

Commercial coffee machines also tend to have different milk options to consider when buying a machine. This includes fresh milk, granulated (powdered) milk, or both.

• Fresh milk machines have a refrigerator unit, usually attached to the side of the machine which allows you to fill up a tank with fresh milk. Fresh milk gives you an overall better-tasting coffee quality and allows you to choose the type of milk used in the machine such as vegan alternatives.
• Granulated milk machines, also known as powdered milk is a great option for those who need a long-lasting option. It’s easier to store than refrigerated milk, has a similar taste and is great for foaming milk in the machine.

The capacity of the machine is another important factor when it comes to buying a bean-to-cup coffee machine, as some can produce more cups than others. To estimate the capacity you will need, consider the number of people who may use the machine as well as the average number of coffee cups per day they may consume. We recommend expecting the average person to make around 2-3 coffee cups per day.

What is the best commercial bean-to-cup coffee machine?

Now that you know everything you need to know about narrowing down the best commercial bean-to-cup coffee machine for your business, let’s get into our list of top 4 commercial bean-to-cup coffee machines.