Ugolini Delice 5 Hot Chocolate & Hot Drink Dispenser 5Ltr
Product Description
The Ugolini Delice 5 is a countertop hot drink dispenser designed for serving hot chocolate and other viscous hot beverages in professional hospitality environments. Built around a single 5-litre polycarbonate...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 5
- External depth (mm)
- 320
- External height (mm)
- 490
- External width (mm)
- 260
Product Description
The Ugolini Delice 5 is a countertop hot drink dispenser designed for serving hot chocolate and other viscous hot beverages in professional hospitality environments. Built around a single 5-litre polycarbonate bowl, it keeps drinks held at a consistent serving temperature and dispenses through a front-mounted tap — a straightforward, reliable format that has proved itself in cafés, hotel lobbies, quick-service restaurants, and event catering settings.
In a busy service environment, the value of a dedicated hot chocolate dispenser lies in consistency and speed. Rather than preparing individual drinks to order, the Delice 5 holds a ready batch at temperature, allowing front-of-house staff to serve quickly without interrupting other tasks. The thermostat allows temperature to be dialled in to suit the specific drink being served, which matters when working with products of varying densities or sugar content. An overload protector helps prevent overheating during extended service periods.
From an operational standpoint, several features make the unit practical in day-to-day use:
- Clear polycarbonate bowl allows staff to monitor product levels without lifting the lid
- Front tap dismantles for cleaning, reducing hygiene maintenance time
- Compact countertop footprint suits tight service areas and display counters
- Temperature adjustment allows the unit to handle a range of hot drink products beyond hot chocolate
Installation is straightforward — the unit is mains-powered and requires only a standard countertop position with access to a power socket. There are no water line or drainage requirements, which keeps placement flexible. It is worth considering that the 5-litre capacity suits moderate service volumes; for high-footfall sites with continuous demand, a larger-capacity unit may be worth considering to reduce refill frequency.
The Delice 5 is well suited to cafés, coffee shops, hotel breakfast operations, leisure venues, and event hospitality settings where hot chocolate or similar drinks form part of the regular menu offer. It is a practical choice for operators who want a dedicated, easy-to-manage dispenser without complexity. If you are unsure whether the capacity is right for your service volume or whether this model fits your specific drink range, our team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- 5-litre polycarbonate bowl holds and displays hot drink product clearly
- Adjustable thermostat controls serving temperature up to 95°C
- Front-mounted tap dismantles fully for thorough hygiene cleaning
- Overload protector prevents overheating during extended service periods
- Compact countertop design suits display counters and tight service spaces
Operational Benefits
- Ready-to-serve batch holding speeds up front-of-house drink service
- Visible bowl lets staff monitor stock levels without interrupting service
- Flexible temperature control suits a range of viscous hot drink products
- Simple tap removal reduces cleaning time and supports food hygiene compliance
- No plumbing required allows flexible placement across service environments
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 5
- External depth (mm)
- 320
- External height (mm)
- 490
- External width (mm)
- 260
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.8
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 95
Frequently Asked Questions
- For a café with moderate hot chocolate demand — say, a consistent but not continuous flow of orders — a 5-litre bowl is generally workable, as it can be refilled between rushes. If hot chocolate is a high-volume menu item during peak periods such as winter weekends or event days, it is worth considering whether a larger-capacity unit would reduce the frequency of refills and the risk of running dry mid-service.
- The adjustable thermostat and bowl design make the unit suitable for a range of hot drinks with varying densities, including drinking chocolate blends, mulled drinks, and similar viscous hot beverages. It is worth checking compatibility with the specific product you intend to serve, as very thick or heavily particulate mixes can affect dispense flow — our team can advise if you are unsure.
- The Delice 5 is a countertop unit requiring only a standard mains power supply — there is no plumbing, water line, or drainage connection needed. This makes it easy to position on a service counter or display area wherever a power socket is accessible.