Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate is a treat to be enjoyed by people of all ages and is also a great option for kids who are not enamoured with the bitter bite of coffee. It also possesses origins that stretch back over two millennia to the ancient Mayan civilisation of South America, which should elevate its status.
Hot Chocolate is sold in a number of different forms and intensities. There are many Fair Trade varieties available from firms such as Zuma. It is also worth looking out for the Rainforest Alliance certification if you want to make sure that the product has been ethically sourced.
You can buy hot chocolate powder in bulk tins or containers which can then be prepared on a large scale. You can also pick up sachets from firms like Suchard which will make sure that you are always using precisely the right amount. Kenco has its own range of In Cup hot chocolate products which contain the powder within the cup itself. Requiring that for preparation you just add water, which will cut down on the time it takes to create great cups of hot chocolate.
If you want hot chocolate with a kick then opting for the darker varieties is a good idea. There are even specific hot chocolate making machines which use sachets or liquid mixes to produce a variety of different forms and flavours. Adding whipped cream and marshmallows to hot chocolate will allow you to create an indulgent beverage that mixes sweet and sumptuous bitterness.
The benefits of quality Coffee Machines
Coffee machines are vital to any cafe, bar or restaurant and many people love coffee so much that they invest in their own coffee making equipment for their homes. However, if you are looking for a coffee machine that can operate on a commercial scale then you will definitely want to check out the range of great commercial equipment that is available. There are several big brands creating coffee machines which can output different amounts of fresh coffee, so you will need to make sure that the one you choose is tailor made to meet your requirements.
Bunn is the brand to go for if you want simplicity and consistency. It produces machines which can not only brew coffee but also come with compatible serving containers which means whether you are holding an important meeting or doling out refills to loyal customers you will be covered. Brasilia has a selection of classic espresso machines which can produce speciality drinks for more advanced tastes in no time at all. We also have automated machines which can grind the beans and produce a number of different beverage styles without requiring any operator skill in the process.
When looking at coffee machines always consider whether or not they will need to be plumbed into the mains water supply. Also check to see what type of maintenance they require. This will influence whether or not you can keep the machine in tip top condition yourself, or whether a trained engineer will need to visit for regular checkups.
Coffee Beans
Quality coffee beans are at the core of a good cup of coffee and although you can go for instant options if you are in a rush or unfussy about your coffee, the best results can only be achieved if you use fresh beans from a reputable supplier. The areas of the world in which coffee is grown demand that any importing and processing infrastructure is highly developed. This allows companies who have invested wisely to have fresh roasted beans coming in on a daily basis. There are a number of top brands operating in just such a way, which can make choosing the best coffee quite difficult. Let us take a glimpse at the best options out there.
If you want a coffee bean that is responsibly farmed and fairly sold then the Fair Trade or Rainforest Alliance-certified products are probably worth a look. Brands including Kenco have sustainable beans which have limited environmental impact and benefit everyone involved in their production. Countries including Columbia and El Salvador also produce these conscious-easing beans so you can be sure that you are not compromising on quality in order to make the world a little bit better.
Italian coffee brand Lavazza is another popular choice and its products are used in billions of beverages each year. It has won its stylish reputation not just from clever marketing but also because of the quality of the beans which it sources from Brazil and elsewhere, before they are imported to Italy and then sold on internationally.