Ugolini Delice 5 Hot Chocolate & Hot Drink Dispenser 5Ltr
Product Description
The Ugolini Delice 5 is a countertop hot drink dispenser built around a single 5-litre polycarbonate bowl. It holds hot chocolate and other viscous hot beverages at a consistent serving...
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 built around a single 5-litre polycarbonate bowl. It holds hot chocolate and other viscous hot beverages at a consistent serving temperature and dispenses through a front-mounted tap — a proven, unfussy format that suits a wide range of professional hospitality settings.
In a busy service environment, the practical value of a dedicated dispenser like this is consistency and pace. Rather than preparing drinks individually to order, staff can draw from a ready, temperature-held batch and serve without interrupting other tasks. The adjustable thermostat allows the serving temperature to be set to suit the specific product being used, which is useful when working with drinks of differing densities or sugar content. An overload protector helps prevent overheating during extended service periods, which is a small but worthwhile safeguard in continuous-use settings.
Day-to-day, the unit is straightforward to manage:
- Clear polycarbonate bowl lets staff monitor product levels at a glance
- Front tap dismantles for cleaning, keeping hygiene maintenance quick
- Compact footprint suits tight counter spaces and front-of-house displays
- Temperature adjustment allows use with a range of hot drink products beyond hot chocolate
From an installation standpoint, the Delice 5 requires only a standard power socket and a stable countertop position — there are no water line or drainage connections needed, which keeps placement flexible. The 5-litre capacity is well matched to moderate service volumes; operators running continuous high-footfall demand may find a larger-capacity unit reduces refill frequency and better suits their pace of service.
This model is a practical fit for cafés, coffee shops, hotel breakfast and lobby operations, leisure venues, and event hospitality where hot chocolate or a similar drink is a regular part of the menu. If you would like to talk through whether the capacity suits your service volume or how the unit fits alongside your existing drink offer, the team is glad to help.
Key Features
- 5-litre polycarbonate bowl holds and displays product at serving temperature
- Front-mounted tap with fully dismantlable design for easy cleaning
- Adjustable thermostat accommodates varying drink densities and sugar content
- Built-in overload protector prevents overheating during extended service periods
- Mains-powered countertop operation with no water or drainage connection required
Operational Benefits
- Serves hot chocolate quickly without interrupting other front-of-house tasks
- Consistent batch temperature reduces drink-to-drink variation across service
- Flexible placement suits tight counters, displays, and event catering setups
- Simple tap disassembly keeps daily cleaning fast and hygiene standards high
- Handles a range of viscous hot drinks beyond chocolate for menu flexibility
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
- The 5-litre bowl is well matched to moderate service volumes where hot chocolate is a popular but not dominant part of the menu. For sites with continuous high footfall or where hot chocolate is a core sales driver, a larger-capacity dispenser will reduce how often staff need to stop and refill, which is worth considering before committing to this model.
- Installation is minimal — the unit runs from a standard mains socket and sits on a countertop with no water supply or drainage connection required. This makes it easy to position wherever it suits the service flow, including event and temporary setups.
- Yes — the adjustable thermostat and bowl design make it suitable for other viscous hot beverages such as mulled wine, flavoured syrups, or custard-based drinks, provided they are appropriate for batch holding at temperature. It is worth checking that the drink product you intend to use is stable when held for the duration of your service period.