How hospitality operators can meet growing demand for premium iced beverages without adding complexity
Iced coffee is no longer just a summer special. Across Europe, 50% of industry leaders surveyed by World Coffee Portal believe there is now strong year-round demand for iced beverages. For hotels, restaurants and other hospitality businesses, this creates an attractive opportunity to expand menus and respond to changing guest expectations.
But making a great iced coffee is not as simple as adding ice.
Traditional preparation often involves brewing coffee in advance, chilling it separately or relying heavily on ice to lower its temperature. These additional steps take time, increase staff workload and can lead to variation in temperature, taste and presentation. When hot coffee is poured directly over ice, rapid melting can also dilute the drink before it reaches the guest.
Freshly brewed, actively cooled
ActiveChill from Franke Coffee Systems offers a more efficient approach. Available with the New A Line, the integrated technology actively cools freshly brewed coffee during dispensing, reducing its temperature from approximately 88–92 °C to around 35–40 °C before it reaches the ice.
Because the coffee arrives in the glass at a significantly lower temperature, the ice melts more slowly. This helps reduce dilution while preserving the coffee’s aroma and flavor profile.
The result is a freshly brewed iced coffee with consistent quality, an appealing appearance and a refreshing drinking temperature.
Fewer steps, more possibilities
ActiveChill also simplifies preparation. There is no need to brew coffee in advance, store it separately or use additional manual cooling equipment. Beverages can be prepared fresh and on demand, helping teams work efficiently during busy service periods.
Combined with Franke’s iQFlow™ technology, which controls extraction time in real time, ActiveChill supports consistent results cup after cup. Its integration into the New A Line also means operators can expand their iced coffee offer without adding unnecessary complexity to daily workflows.
From a classic iced Americano or iced latte to flavored and visually distinctive creations, cold coffee provides hospitality businesses with new opportunities to offer choice, personalization and premium experiences throughout the day.
A cooler coffee experience
As guest expectations evolve, iced coffee is becoming an increasingly important part of the modern hospitality experience. Quality, however, must remain consistent, whether a beverage is served hot or cold.
By combining freshly brewed coffee with active cooling, ActiveChill helps operators meet growing demand while maintaining premium quality, efficient preparation and minimal manual effort.
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Franke Coffee Systems
Franke-Strasse 2
CH-4663 Aarburg
Switzerland
+41 62 787 3131
coffee.franke.com
