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Buffalo Hot Chocolate Dispenser 5Ltr

SKU: CN219

£242.00(£290.40 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
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The Buffalo 5Ltr Hot Chocolate Dispenser is a countertop warming and serving unit designed to hold pourable hot beverages and liquid foods at a consistent serving temperature throughout a service period. It uses a bain marie-style gentle heating system combined with integrated stirring paddles to keep contents smooth, evenly heated, and ready to serve without constant staff intervention. The polycarbonate bowl allows staff or guests to check the remaining volume at a glance.

In practice, this unit is commonly used for hot chocolate, mulled wine, soup, gravy, and custard — anything pourable and non-chunky that benefits from being held warm and in motion. The stirring paddles are particularly useful for chocolate-based drinks and custard, where surface skinning and separation are common problems during extended service. At 5 litres, this is a unit suited to lower-to-moderate footfall; operators running busy continuous service should factor in refill time when planning their workflow.

The practical advantages for front-of-house and self-service settings include:

  • Consistent serving temperature maintained without staff needing to monitor constantly
  • Integrated paddles prevent separation and surface skinning during extended holds
  • Transparent bowl gives clear visibility of remaining volume at a glance
  • Compact footprint suits buffet counters, serving stations, and mobile setups
  • Simple controls reduce the training burden for casual or seasonal staff

The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires no specialist installation, fixed connection, or ventilation provision. At 7.3kg, it is light enough to move between locations, which makes it a practical choice for event caterers and mobile operators. The bowl and paddle assembly should be thoroughly cleaned between services, and particular care is needed when switching between products such as soup and chocolate to avoid cross-contamination of flavours.

This dispenser is well suited to cafés, hotel buffets, event caterers, and hospitality operators running a single hot-drink or sauce station at moderate volumes. Sites with very high footfall or the need for extended unattended service may find a larger-capacity unit a closer fit for their throughput requirements.

If you would like to talk through whether this capacity suits your service style or how it would sit alongside your existing setup, the team is happy to advise.

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 litres enough capacity for a busy service period?

At 5 litres, this unit is well suited to lower-to-moderate footfall — a café, hotel breakfast buffet, or event station where demand is steady rather than continuous. For higher-volume sites or long unattended service periods, a larger-capacity model would reduce the frequency of refills and lower the risk of running dry during a rush.

What products can this dispenser be used for beyond hot chocolate?

The unit is commonly used for mulled wine, soup, gravy, custard, and similar pourable, non-chunky hot liquids. The stirring paddles help maintain consistency across all of these, though the bowl and paddle assembly should be cleaned thoroughly when switching between products to prevent flavour transfer.

Does it need any special installation or electrical connection?

No specialist installation is required — the unit plugs into a standard 13A socket and can be placed on any suitable countertop. There is no requirement for fixed connection, drainage, or ventilation, which makes it straightforward to position or relocate as your setup changes.
Buffalo Hot Chocolate Dispenser 5Ltr

£242.00(£290.40 inc VAT)

£242.00(£290.40 inc VAT)

The Buffalo 5Ltr Hot Chocolate Dispenser is a countertop warming and serving unit designed to hold pourable hot beverages and liquid foods at a consistent serving temperature throughout a service period. It uses a bain marie-style gentle heating system combined with integrated stirring paddles to keep contents smooth, evenly heated, and ready to serve without constant staff intervention. The polycarbonate bowl allows staff or guests to check the remaining volume at a glance.

In practice, this unit is commonly used for hot chocolate, mulled wine, soup, gravy, and custard — anything pourable and non-chunky that benefits from being held warm and in motion. The stirring paddles are particularly useful for chocolate-based drinks and custard, where surface skinning and separation are common problems during extended service. At 5 litres, this is a unit suited to lower-to-moderate footfall; operators running busy continuous service should factor in refill time when planning their workflow.

The practical advantages for front-of-house and self-service settings include:

  • Consistent serving temperature maintained without staff needing to monitor constantly
  • Integrated paddles prevent separation and surface skinning during extended holds
  • Transparent bowl gives clear visibility of remaining volume at a glance
  • Compact footprint suits buffet counters, serving stations, and mobile setups
  • Simple controls reduce the training burden for casual or seasonal staff

The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires no specialist installation, fixed connection, or ventilation provision. At 7.3kg, it is light enough to move between locations, which makes it a practical choice for event caterers and mobile operators. The bowl and paddle assembly should be thoroughly cleaned between services, and particular care is needed when switching between products such as soup and chocolate to avoid cross-contamination of flavours.

This dispenser is well suited to cafés, hotel buffets, event caterers, and hospitality operators running a single hot-drink or sauce station at moderate volumes. Sites with very high footfall or the need for extended unattended service may find a larger-capacity unit a closer fit for their throughput requirements.

If you would like to talk through whether this capacity suits your service style or how it would sit alongside your existing setup, the team is happy to advise.