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MIXING PROFIT WITH PLEASURE

6th May 2008, 4:21pm

The cocktail culture has made an overwhelming comeback in the past five years, favourites being Pina Colada & Chi-Chi, and bars should be investing in the best equipment for the job, namely Imperial Catering Equipment’s diverse range of blenders.

Their versatility doesn't end there. With sales of smoothies almost trebling between 2001 and 2005 to stand at £79million, outlets need blenders to meet demand for quality beverages morning, noon and night…

The Smoothest Range

Designed to handle whatever's thrown at it, the BarTec range from Imperial produces smoothies and cocktails to keep customers chirpy, from breakfast time to the small hours. Combining container shape with blade design creates an ultra-efficient swirl for perfectly mixed ingredients without unwanted chunks of fruit or ice.

More importantly, each blender has non-slipping feet to grip the work surface and prevent unsightly spillages. The rubber material used acts as a shock absorber to eliminate vibrations.

BTC329 – Flavour Infuser

Whether creating a Margarita or Mango smoothie, quality is essential, particularly when prices are set high and a bar or outlet's reputation is at stake. For this reason, BarTec offers the Blender BTC-329:

High power 750 watt motor and ventilated design to prevent overheating
Self-lubricating ball bearing system built into blade for ease of use and long motor life
Unbreakable PC container and dependable safety switch
Clutch fitting so noise is drastically reduced, interrupting fewer customer conversations!
Stylish enough for countertops with stackable 1.3 litre PC containers

BTC435 - Working after Hours

The Blender BTC435 is nothing short of a workhorse! It's powerful 2 HP self compensating motor provides constant speed regardless of product load with a sensor to monitor and automatically increase or decrease the motor speed for consistent quality. An impressive 2,3000 cycles boost RPM from low to high speed and the 5' cycles run for 3 seconds. At the end of each cycle, the motor shuts off, consistently blending each and every time:

Computerised touch pad (pre-programmed time functions – 15, 25, 35, 45 seconds)
High limit switch
Thick rubberised pad for noise reduction and friction
Large 64oz polycarbonate container for heavy duty mixing

BTC628 - Shake, Rattle and Roll

The BTC628 is a powerful 2.5 HP blender with self compensating motor and pre-programmed functions for multiple drinks at the touch of a button, perfectly blended each and every time.

Easy to use LED control board to set 4 programmes simultaneously
Unit can be built into counter for remote operation for heavy volume use
Optional noise reduction enclosure reduces sound of blender while in operation
Large 64oz polycarbonate container for heavy duty mixing

BTC728 - Hi-tech Hi-balling

The BTC728 goes the whole hog, allowing 36 programs to be set at once! The unit can also be controlled remotely utilising the built in feature and can be diagnosed via laptop – the ultimate blending experience.

Noise reduction enclosure is standard and ensures quiet operation
LCD display allows for 36 programmes to be set simultaneously
USB outlet included for unit to be plugged into laptop
Unit can be built into counter for remote operation for heavy volume use
Large 64oz polycarbonate container for heavy duty mixing

Recipe ideas

Cracking Cocktail

Cocktails are not just for Caribbean beaches - for those long post-winter nights, why not spice up your customers' lives with a winter warming 'Ginger Apple Brandy' special.

Blend two shots of brandy, half a shot of lime juice and three shots of apple juice with a freshly cut apple, strain into a highball glass half filled with cubed ice. Top up with ginger beer and garnish with apple peel.

Smashing Smoothie

For a healthy and indulgent smoothie, try blending a couple of scoops of vanilla yogurt with vanilla whey powder, frozen raspberries, a tablespoon of nut butter, a squirt of chocolate syrup and fat free milk or water. Delicious!

To be in with a chance of winning your very own top of the range BarTec BTC728, which provides the ultimate blending experience, plus a voucher to sample the range of cocktails on offer in the Lobby Bar @ One Aldwych, simply email your details to imperial@proactivecompetitions.co.uk quoting 'CGC/Blenders' in the subject box.

For further information on the full range from Imperial Catering Equipment log on to www.imperialrange.co.uk or call 01509 260150

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