Kitchen equipment and equipment for the bar: the secrets of success
2017-12-27
The bar is a very popular and profitable institution. He can bring his owner a good income. But, so that it was, it is necessary to equip it with special equipment and kitchen implements. You can not thinklessly approach the choice of bar equipment. Negligence and inattention in this matter is unacceptable! The right combination of the bar is the key to the success of your "brainchild". Therefore, we have prepared this article for you, dear reader. She will not make a mistake in resolving such a question. Read carefully, remember and apply the knowledge gained in practice!

Bar equipment
In the first place we will talk about the bar station. This equipment is considered an integral and central part of any bar. It allows you to place kitchen utensils, equipment, ingredients for making drinks and alcohol as conveniently as possible. Therefore, all modules of the bar station must be properly selected and installed. The standard equipment of such an installation includes:
- a sink;
- bottle for bottles;
- compartment for the shaker and blender;
- gastronorms for fruit and berries;
- device for drying kitchen utensils and dishes;
- compartment for storing ice and water;
- stands for bottled alcohol and glasses;
- containers for spices;
- removable waste collection compartment.

Tip: The "filling" of the bar should be discussed with the bartender, who will work for her. This person knows exactly what and where should be.
In the category of recommended equipment for a bar you need to make:
- blender;
- mixer;
- juicer;
- coffee machine;
- wine cabinet;
- refrigerated display case;
- thermal display case;
- refrigerating cabinet;
- ice maker;
- microwave;
- grilling oven;
- frying cupboard or combi steamer;
- a glass washer.
Please note that this list can be shortened or enlarged. Everything depends on the bar menu and the size of the establishment. Remember that it is convenient for the bartender to work behind the counter, place all kitchen implements and appliances so that they are at hand "maestro". The most popular drinks (often ordered) put in spidrek before the barman. So he can quickly give them to customers. Ingredients that are needed for making delicious drinks should be added to the right, and the shaker and dishes to the left. This little trick will create more comfortable working conditions for your bartender.

Bar inventory
In the overwhelming majority of cases, the menu of similar institutions is 80% composed of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The remaining 20% is for food. Given this fact, it should be noted that for preparing various cocktails you need a certain inventory. The barman will find it difficult to work without the following "tools":
- Shaker
This is a special container for mixing the ingredients that are needed to create drinks. It can be of two types: classical (European) and Boston (American). The classic shaker consists of three metal elements: flasks, covers and filter strainer. It is simple to operate, but it melts ice faster than in the American analogue. The Boston shaker consists of two metal or glass cups. It is less convenient to use, but the cocktails are prepared in it faster than in the classic.
- Jigger
It is a measuring cup of a conical shape with notches inside. It is made of stainless steel. In the classic American version, the jigger volume is 40 ml.

- A bar spoon
It is necessary for mixing the components that are needed to prepare various beverages. Outwardly, this spoon resembles a tea spoon, but it has a long handle (20-50 cm). At the end of the handle can be a "heel" for laying layered cocktails or a "fork" for convenient work with berries, zest, lemon and other fruits.
- Strainer
This is a kind of bar strainer that is used to separate ice. It has a round steel plate with a spring (spiral) at the edges. Strainer is mandatory for the Boston shaker.
- Madler
This is a special wand, which is used for kneading mint, apples, lemons. It is most often made of wood, plastic or stainless steel. The classical length of the madler is 19 cm.
- Bar geyser
This is a special dispenser-cap, which allows you to evenly pour alcohol and other liquids, as well as control the speed of filling a glass or a glass.

- Sommelier knife
This is a corkscrew, which is needed to remove bottles from bottles. It has a knife for cutting the foil and a supporting elbow for quick extraction of the crust.
- Bar knife
It is used for slicing fruit and peeling. From an ordinary knife, this device has a beautiful appearance, and also an interesting shape.
- Squizer
A tool that is designed to squeeze out juice from sliced fruit. Works on the principle of garlic (garlic). It is made of steel or plastic.
- Ice kit (ice-jar, scoop and syringe)
This is a set of tools for proper work with ice.
- Rimmer
A special device that is used to create a salt or sugar rim on glass.
- Dispenser
This is a siphon for cream. It is necessary to quickly fill a glass with a cocktail or a cup of coffee with whipped cream.
- Bar mat
It prevents the objects from sliding over the surface. Material of execution - plastic mesh or rubber.
- Glasses, glasses and glasses

And finally ...
We hope that our article will help you to cope with the choice of bar equipment and equipment. We will happily guide you, the best options for kitchen appliances for your establishment. Specialists of the company "Olegia" will select for you the perfect bar equipment. We will promptly process your orders and ensure timely delivery!