We often get asked by businesses about our top recommendations for coffee machines when it comes to events, such as festivals, corporate days, trade shows, pop-up stalls or coffee carts, etc.
Lots of businesses investing in coffee equipment are specifically looking for machines that are perfectly suited to events, whether it's barista operated and serving hundreds of drinks per hour, or whether it's a self-service bean to cup machine.
So, if that sounds like you, keep reading to discover the top picks from our machine range for event-style coffee service!
High Capacity Filter Coffee Brewer
Marco Jet 6 "Twin"
When you’re catering for a busy event, you need a machine that keeps up. The Marco Jet 6 delivers 6 litres of brewed filter coffee per batch, with programmable recipes and vacuum-insulated urns to ensure every cup stays hot ready for service.
The external insulated urns make it possible to brew large quantities of filter coffee that can be served at a moments notice.
Its compact footprint and robust design make it ideal for mobile, pop-up or temporary service environments. Just make sure your power and water supply are sorted and you’re ready for a high-volume, low-stress coffee service.
High Capacity Espresso Machine
Sanremo F18 Multiboiler
If your event needs a barista-led espresso setup that can handle serious volume, the Sanremo F18 Multiboiler is one of the most reliable workhorses on the market.
Designed for speed, precision and performance, it’s perfectly suited to festivals, corporate activations and high-traffic pop-ups where you need to serve hundreds of drinks an hour without breaking stride.
For businesses that want a premium, barista-quality coffee experience at their event, the F18 delivers power, consistency and reliability in equal measure.
A Fast, Capable Grinder
Mahlkonig E80S
When you’re serving coffee at an event, speed and consistency matter more than ever, and that’s exactly where the Mahlkönig E80S excels. As one of the fastest premium grinders on the market, it delivers incredibly quick grind times without compromising on particle uniformity, helping your baristas keep queues moving even during the busiest peak periods.
Out of the various models available including grind by sync and grind by weight, we recommend the standard on-demand grind by time version for events. This is because the weigh cell in the other models that aid in coffee dosing can be affected by outside conditions including wind an uneven surfaces.
If you want to offer premium, café-quality drinks at scale while keeping your staffing lean, the Soul 12 is one of the most reliable and versatile automatic machines available.
Best for Self Service
Schaerer Soul 12 Automatic
For events where you need great coffee with minimal staffing, the Schaerer Soul 12 is an ideal self-service solution. This fully automatic bean-to-cup machine delivers high-quality drinks at the touch of a button, making it perfect for conferences, corporate days, exhibition stands, VIP lounges or any setup where guests help themselves.
If you want to offer premium, café-quality drinks at scale while keeping your staffing lean, the Soul 12 is one of the most reliable and versatile automatic machines available.
