How Commercial Coffee Machines Have Changed
We are living in an age where technology is continually bringing us new ideas and improvements on old ones. Not only that, but state of the art equipment no longer has the high price tag of years gone by; it is now possible to purchase some truly impressive and extremely useful machinery for a realistic and attainable amount.
Vending machines are a perfect example of this. The technology inside each unit has come on leaps and bounds, but the cost has remained low enough for plenty of businesses to provide them for their staff. The first commercial coffee machines appeared as long ago as 1946, although it was not until 1960 that the first single cup models came onto the market. Eighteen years later, bean grinders were incorporated into vending units and in 1991 we saw the first machines with espresso and cappuccino.
But the humble coffee vending unit did not stop its evolution there. Each year, new lines are being created and added to the choice of drinks, giving customers a constantly growing selection. Coffee breaks have always been savoured in the workplace, but with the range of drinks now on offer, we are now becoming downright spoilt!
It was not so long ago that customers would have a very limited choice when it came to hot drinks from a vending unit. Commercial coffee machines did cater for tea drinkers, but the quality would often not be very good; back in those bleak times you would be excited if you came across a machine with soup or hot chocolate on the menu.
These days the selection of drinks has rocketed and there is something for everyone’s taste. Not only do we have the choice of traditional tea or coffee, but there are all sorts of other beverages as well. Flavoured coffees, herbal teas, mocha, espresso, cappuccino and many wholesome soups are all waiting to be enjoyed. And then there are the cold drinks to consider as well. People have a far more varied taste when it comes to drinks these days and manufacturers of vending units are constantly trying to give us a better choice.
So what can we expect from the commercial coffee machines of the future? Well, it is pretty hard to imagine. We already have vending units in all kinds of locations that supply us with everything imaginable. There are units to give us cigarettes, chewing gum and even traveller’s toothpaste kits. Modern food units make the ones of yesterday look like a joke. You can still get yourself a bag of crisps or a bar of chocolate, but there are now far more mouth-watering items to choose from. Healthy snacks, fresh fruit, yoghurts, cakes and scones. Many of today’s machines can even deliver a proper, piping hot meal followed with a chilled dessert.
Whatever happens with the vending machines of tomorrow, it is sure to be exciting. So, the next time you use one to get a cup of coffee, why not have a think about exactly what will be on offer from the same type of unit in the years to come.
About the Author
Michael Morehead works in the coffee machines industry for the food and beverage sector and recommends http://www.coffechino.co.uk
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