Why Coffee Never Goes Out of Season. According to the British Coffee Association, the UK now drinks approximately 98 million cups of coffee per day — or around 528 cups per person per year. From independent cafés to sandwich vans and breakfast buffets, coffee is a constant — a year-round staple that reliably draws customers and boosts margins.

Whether you’re introducing a simple filter coffee service or investing in a full commercial espresso setup, there’s no wrong time to start brewing better.

What’s the Profit on a Cup of Coffee?

Coffee remains one of the highest-margin items you can add to a catering menu. A rough breakdown:

Cost per cup (beans, milk, cup/lid): £0.25–£0.35

Selling price: £2.50–£3.50

Average profit per cup: £2.00+

Sell just 50 cups a day and you’re looking at £100+ profit daily, from a machine that could pay for itself within a few months.

Case in Point: 

Earlier this year, a small kiosk in Suffolk installed a two-group espresso machine from our range. With minimal barista training and a short seasonal menu (lattes, americanos, iced flat whites), they added an average £180 a week in new revenue within the first month. No extra staffing — just a clever addition to their counter.

Starting Small? Start Smart.

If you’re exploring coffee for the first time, we stock a range of filter coffee machines and compact espresso units perfect for lower-volume settings — sandwich bars, dessert stands, hotel buffets. They’re easy to use, low-maintenance, and deliver excellent results cup after cup.

Need More Firepower? We’ve Got That Too.

If you’re running a café, high-volume breakfast service, or mobile coffee trailer, our commercial espresso machines are built to keep up. Brands like Expobar offer:

2- or 3-group machines

Twin steam arms

Large boiler capacities

Programmable volumetrics for consistent output

We Also Arrange:

Full installation services

Barista training for your team

Commercial accessories including grinders, filters, knock-out drawers, and cleaning kits

And we are exceptionally competitive on pricing — especially if you’re comparing like-for-like new stock across the UK.

A Good Coffee Machine Does More Than Brew

A smart machine sends a message. Stainless steel, high-gloss, front-of-house-worthy design tells customers you take their experience seriously. It invites them to order again. And again.

Our most popular models:

Take a look at just a few options from our current range:

The Expobar C1ZIPTA Zircon is a compact, all-in-one espresso solution designed for venues where space is limited but quality is non-negotiable. With a single group head, integral automatic grinder, and electronic controls for precise dosing, it delivers consistency in every cup. A 6-litre copper boiler powers both steam and hot water taps, making it ideal for cafés, bars, or kiosks where performance and footprint need to be perfectly balanced.

For speed and style, the Azzurri Supremo DUAL is hard to beat. This sleek, Italian-designed bean-to-cup machine offers an impressive 24 drink options and features dual delivery — meaning it can pour two identical coffees at once without compromising quality. It’s ideal for high-footfall settings where barista-style coffee needs to be fast, consistent, and effortless.

For high-volume coffee service, the Crem Double Tower Bulk Brewer is a powerhouse. Capable of brewing up to 10 litres in just 7 minutes, it offers both full and half brew options for flexibility during service. With an output of up to 86 litres per hour — that’s around 34 cups per brew — it’s the ideal choice for large events, conferences, and busy catering operations where speed and quantity are essential.

Need help choosing the right coffee machine for your business?
Call us on 01379 641223 — we’ll talk you through the options, pricing, and any setup support you might need.

Source: British Coffee Association via Balance Coffee (2025)