222: Craft Beverage Dispensers: How they Help Drive Efficiency & Sustainability

In this episode, Tracy sat down with Rishabh Kewalramani, co-founder of Backbar Solutions, to explore the innovative world of craft beverage dispensers. Together, they dove into the future beverage trends, focusing on the shift towards fresh and healthy ingredients.

Rishabh shared insights on the potential to customize drinks with probiotics and caffeine, all while promoting sustainability and inclusivity. The conversation also delved into the technological advancements in creating cocktails, highlighting the benefits of automation in improving efficiency and reducing labor.

From high-volume nightclubs in Miami to the transformative impact on restaurants and hotels, Rishabh shared his expertise in revolutionizing the beverage industry. Join us as we uncover the intersection of technology, sustainability, and delicious drinks in this exciting episode.

This episode isn't about selling a product; it's about exploring the evolving needs of our industry.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The future of beverages is all about customization and functional benefits, with a shift towards fresh and healthy ingredients.
Rishabh's innovative technology aims to automate cocktail creation, helping businesses improve efficiency, reduce labor shortages, and maintain high-quality drink service.
Craft beverage dispensers drive efficiency and reduce labor, but they also promote sustainability by minimizing waste and offering custom, high-quality drinks to meet diverse consumer preferences.

MAIN TOPICS

Trends in Beverages

Desire for functional benefits beyond taste
Shift towards fresh and healthy ingredients
Customization of drinks with probiotics, caffeine, and fresh ingredients

Importance of Sustainability and Inclusivity

Promoting profitable minimization for reduced environmental footprint
Advocacy for culturally reflective beverage menus - Inclusive beverage experiences

Technology in Beverage Service

Embracing technology for decision-making -
Flexibility and options for automated or manual service -
Built-in redundancies and real-time performance metrics

Impact of Technology on Different Roles

Bartenders and servers experience less fatigue and parallelized work
Managers benefit from automated inventory reports and real-time performance metrics
Owners focus on staff effectiveness, wait times, and bottom-line profits - Guest feedback on drink taste
Impact on precise and consistent recipe execution

Automation of Cocktail Creation

Technology to automate the creation of cocktails in hospitality settings
Addressing labor shortages and turnover
Implementation in different restaurant models

Efficiency and Profit-Driving Menu Expansion

Potential for high-quality coffee and profit-driving menu expansions
Cost of leasing the technology
Focus on safety, sustainability, and allergen management
Customizable options for preparing drinks

Customized Beverage Menus

Use of customized beverage menus in hotels
Emphasizing flexibility and low entry barriers

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