Is it cold? Sell hot drinks!
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Take advantage of the low temperatures to warm up customers and increase your business profitability!
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As the season changes, the cold weather calls for hot drinks. During this time, coffee shops and establishments prepare for the inflow of customers looking for a unique and heartwarming experience.
So, if you want to take advantage of the low temperatures to increase your sales, read Blog Cetro's tips for expanding your options and adding delicious hot drinks to your menu!
Invest in taste and customer experience
Offering a diverse range of hot drinks, from classic to artisanal or gourmet, is crucial to satisfy all tastes. They can be prepared with fruit, sweets, syrups, flavorings, and other ingredients, making them more interesting and appealing to customers.
Discover 03 recipes to invest in and serve the greatest beverage your audience has ever tasted!
Coffee and chocolate: a unique combination
Creating sweet and creamy beverages with coffee and chocolate is an option that works. Customers prefer them when combined with milk, sugar, caramel, or hazelnut essences, as well as other appetizing items.
Furthermore, by preparing them with a touch of creativity, you add value to the product, making it unique and Instagrammable. So, try experimenting with a presentation on the glass’s edges, a candy dipped in the cup, or a chocolate that crumbles in the heat of the hot drink.
How about starting with a hot chocolate recipe? Although not unusual, this hot drink is the perfect match for a productive morning or a relaxing afternoon and can be prepared in a variety of ways.
Hot Chocolate Recipe
Ingredients:
- 20 g high-quality chocolate, 70% cocoa or with coffee essence
- 100 ml of milk
- 15 ml of syrup of your choice, such as hazelnut flavor or salted caramel
- Spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger (optional)
- Add a touch of whisky or cognac (optional)
How to prepare:
- Melt 20 g of chocolate in the boiling milk.
- After mixing with a spoon, steam it in an espresso machine so that the milk reaches a creamy, thick texture.
- Add the syrup to a cup and serve the hot chocolate on top.
- Assemble the presentation and add spices as you like to adapt your recipe with intense flavors and fragrances.
- If you want to make the drink even hotter, add an alcoholic cap and surprise the consumer.
Attract the public, be “tea-rific”!
Despite their simplicity, teas are gradually gaining popularity among people who appreciate healthy and organic products. They can be prepared with fruit, mixed leaves, and spices, becoming more than just an infusion with hot water.
Ginger tea is an example. Composed of thermogenic ingredients, it is the perfect hot drink to beat the cold and boost immunity in a delightful way. So, check out this recipe and practice your creativity:
Ingredients:
- 02 tablespoons of chopped ginger
- 01 liter of water
- Lemon slices (optional)
- Spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamom, and dried orange peel (optional)
How to prepare:
- Add water to a boil.
- Once boiling, turn off the heat and add the indicated amount of ginger. If you like, add a slice of lemon and the spices for extra flavor.
- Cover and leave for a few minutes. Then you can serve.
Different drinks to impress
Peanut tea is another intriguing choice for those looking to experiment with less traditional hot drinks. This flavor is quite strong and creamy, making it popular for celebrations and a fantastic selling opportunity in the fall and winter. See the recipe
Ingredients:
- ½ cup of unsalted roasted peanuts
- ½ can of condensed milk
- 02 cups of milk
- Spices such as cinnamon powder and clove powder (optional)
How to prepare:
- Grind the peanuts in a blender on pulse mode.
- In a saucepan, add all the ingredients and stir constantly over medium heat.
- When it comes to a boil, reduce the heat and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, and the tea is ready to serve.
More than drinks, practicality
Do you realize how simple the recipes are and that this investment could be the start of a great business? Entrepreneurs in this segment must balance presentation and practicality in consumption, as well as stimulate desires and establish client loyalty.
Furthermore, separating the powders and grains for the recipes can minimize work and optimize preparation time, resulting in faster service, greater convenience, and incredible flavors for customers.
If you can transform the client’s experience with a more versatile product that they can consume anywhere, that is even better! You can sell the drink mix in specific dosages, pack it correctly, and date the packages to ensure quality and professionalism!
For this, you can count on the Cetro machines! The Dosing Machine CADM W-100, the Automatic Sealer Machine CASM 800, and the Date Printers of the company’s portfolio can be your great allies. Check out the video below:
On the other hand, to sell in larger packages, such as a version for the entire family, having the dosage well-labeled and induction-sealed can make the process easier and enhance your business’s sales opportunities!
Increase your hot drinks sales!
Whether you use these recipes, pre-made powders, or other forms to prepare hot drinks, make your business stand out in the customer's mind with the aroma, appearance, and flavors of your products.
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