Founder & Director Paul Jones introduces the Ice & Beverage Solutions Story that started over 15 years ago, the ethos and passion behind the brand, and the problems that the pubs, clubs, hotels, restaurants face with Post Mix systems, supply and expense.
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Setting the bar for success
The bar area has a high amount of traffic every night from patrons ordering drinks. But to make your establishment as efficient as possible you must think of it as more than just an area to mix cocktails. Location location location Yes, the bar location matters. Putting at the back makes it a more intimate […]
6 essentials for opening your own bar | Equipment Edition
In our last post, we spoke about the 6 essentials for opening your own bar. These were just the bare basics. In this article, we’re going to talk about the equipment your bar’s going to need to function properly. 1: Ice Machine Nobody likes warm drinks, unless it’s coffee. Ice machines aren’t massive behemoths that […]
9 top brews to attach to your beer system
Customers know what they like when it comes to food and drink. They’ll try new things occasionally, but they keep coming back to the same place because it’s familiar and friendly. With our beer systems you have the freedom to choose what to put on tap, and we list 9 top brews here. Little Creatures […]
6 essentials for opening your own bar
“We should open a bar!” Every business started with a thought, a dream, or something along those lines. It’s a daunting challenge and you mightn’t know where to begin. And that’s why we made this list. 1: Decide on your ‘type’ Look at the trends in the bars and cafes around your neighbourhood, or at […]
6 surefire ways to get ready for busy nights, from your post mix supply to the staff
Friday night, post-work drinks and kick-offs are always busy periods for bars and pubs everywhere. You ice machine and beer systems are getting a workout and the kitchen is at full speed. Something is bound to run out or break if you’re not prepared. Run through our checklist to make sure you’re ready before the […]
5 amazing ways the beer and post-mix system boosts revenue
When your establishment needs a new beer or post-mix system, there’s usually upfront costs involved. Good stuff always seems to come with a lot of fees and terms, but that’s the difference between us and ‘them’. We’ve listed the five things that make us different: 1: Everything’s integrated The post-mix system has an ice well […]
Ice solutions and entertainment: keep the customers coming back
We specialise in ice solutions for your business, but we know a thing or two about hospitality and retail as well. Ice and Beverage has supplied the likes of Earth ‘n Sea, Outback Jacks and lots of other shops. If you need some advice about how to keep your customers happy, we have some tips […]
The secret to getting the best ROI on frozen beverage systems
Frozen beverages are the essential drinks for hot, sticky summers and cinemas everywhere. Some restaurants and cafes will have ‘slushie machines’ around their bar. In coastal areas they’re a popular place for kids to congregate for second helpings after a long day at the beach, especially when there’s free refills on offer. Restaurant owners and […]
Post mix syrup stretches dollars
Post mix syrup is an essential component to the aptly-named post mix system. One won’t work without the other. Bars, restaurants, and other outlets rely on them to supply a steady stream of beverages at point of sale. They save money, of course, but at Ice & Beverage Solutions we have exclusive flavours next to the […]
