Tools of the Trade: Make Your Bar Better with New Stuff
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Why New Bar Tools Matter
Good tools help bars make more money. Old tools can cost bars $1,200 each month in waste and slow work. When you get new tools, your bar can:
- Make drinks faster
- Keep things clean
- Look cool to people who come in
- Save money on ice and drinks
Bar mats are one of the most important tools. Good rubber bar mats stop people from slipping. They last five times longer than old ones.
Best New Bar Tools for This Year
Big Tools That Help a Lot
Ice machines are very important. Good ice machines:
- Save money in 6-8 months
- Use 35% less power
- Make ice that looks better in drinks
Bar mats that don’t slip can cut falls by 43%. This keeps workers safe. Custom logo bar mats also make your bar look cool.
Tables for Best Big Bar Tools
| Tool | What It Does | Why It Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Ice Machine | Makes ice for drinks | Saves $1,200+ per year |
| Steel Bar Tools | Mix and pour drinks | Last 5x longer than plastic |
| Bar Mats | Keep floor safe | Cut slips by 43% |
Tools That Make Work Faster
Pour tools that work by themselves cut waste by 18%. This saves $1,200 each month for bars that are not too big or small.
Cold glass holders make drinks 30% faster. People don’t have to wait as long.
Smart storage under the bar makes work 30% better Bars in China found this helps a lot.
Tools That Make People Happy
Light-up drink tools make people take more pictures. This gets your bar on the internet more.
Beer taps on tables make beer sales go up by 22%. People like to pour their own beer. Bar tap handles that look cool make people want to try new drinks.
Straws that can be used again show people you care about the earth.
How to Find Good Tool Makers
Look for these things when you buy bar tools:
- Papers that show the tools are safe
- Good prices when you buy a lot
- Tests that show the tools won’t break
Bad signs to watch for:
- Short time to send back broken tools
- No papers about safety
- Bad reviews from other bars
How Much Tools Cost vs. How Much They Help
Ice machines that cost $2,500 pay for themselves in 6 months by:
- Using less power
- Making the right amount of ice
- Not breaking down
Steel tools vs. plastic tools:
| Type | How Long It Lasts | Cost Over Time |
|---|---|---|
| Steel Shaker | 5+ years | $0.02 per drink |
| Plastic Shaker | 1 year | $0.08 per drink |
You can rent big tools if you don’t want to buy them. This helps when you don’t have a lot of money to start.
New Things Coming to Bars
Smart tools that tell you when drinks are low are coming soon. This helps you know what to buy.
Clean tools with special coatings stop germs by 60%. Health checks now look for these in 78% of bars.
Tools with your name on them make 40% more people post about your bar online. Custom bar coasters are a good way to show your bar’s name.
Best Tools for Different Kinds of Bars
For Wine Bars
Wine bars need special tools like:
- Wine buckets that keep wine cold
- Good glass holders
- Tools that keep wine fresh after opening
For Beer Bars
Beer bars do best with:
- Table taps that keep beer cold
- Mats that catch spills
- Custom beer tap lenses that show what beers you have
For Cocktail Bars
Cocktail bars need:
- Fast ice makers
- Good mixing tools
- Custom ice buckets for table service
Real Stories from Bars That Got New Tools
The Blue Door Bar got new bar mats and pour tools. They saved $950 in the first month. Drinks were the same every time.
Mountain View Brewery put in table taps. Beer sales went up by 25% in just two weeks. People stayed longer too.
Sunset Lounge got steel tools instead of plastic. They saved $2,300 in one year by not having to buy new tools all the time.
Step by Step: Making Your Bar Better
First, look at what tools cost you the most to fix or replace.
Next, see which new tools will save the most money fastest.
Then, make a plan to buy new tools over time.
Last, train your workers how to use the new tools the right way.
Tools That Pay For Themselves Fast
These tools save money the fastest:
- Pour tools – save $1,200 per month
- Ice machines – pay for themselves in 6 months
- Bar mats – cut slip cost and last 5x longer
- Steel tools – don’t need to be replaced as often
How to Keep Your New Tools Working Well
Clean tools every day to make them last longer.
Train all workers the right way to use the tools.
Fix small problems before they get big.
Keep spare parts for things that break a lot.
Make a Plan for New Tools
- List all your tools from most to least important
- Find out how much each costs to buy and keep working
- See which old tools cost the most to fix or use
- Buy new tools in this order:
- Things that stop you from working well
- Things that save the most money
- Things that make your bar look better
Wrap-Up: Making Your Bar the Best It Can Be
New tools can make your bar better in many ways. The most important things to do are:
- Get tools that don’t slip like good PVC bar mats
- Buy steel tools that last a long time
- Get ice machines that save money
- Use pour tools that don’t waste drinks
With these new tools, your bar will:
- Make more money
- Look better to people who come in
- Be easier to work in
- Stand out from other bars
Good tools are not just things you buy – they are things that help your bar grow and do better every day.
