Commercial Frozen Drink Machines
Bring World-Class Frozen Drinks and Cocktails to Your Menu
Spaceman’s frozen drink machines are sought after by the world’s top restaurants and bars for their unique micro-crystal mouthfeel, created by our patented freezing cylinder for a smoother, more premium finish your customers will notice with every sip.
Dispense craft-quality frozen cocktails like daiquiris, margaritas, piña coladas, hard ciders, and wine slushies, along with non-alcoholic slushies, granitas, frozen coffee, and other frozen drinks.
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Fast Freeze Down
Freeze down the first batch in as little as 6 minutes! -
Stable Product Consistency
Low temperature evaporators and our unique V3 beater design deliver stable product consistency. -
Micro-crystal Technology
Creates smaller ice crystals for a smoother, creamier texture and more luxurious mouthfeel. -
Defrost for Cleaning
Increases efficiency during cleaning by heating frozen product in cylinder.
Find your right commercial frozen beverage machine
Browse Spaceman industrial frozen drink machines to compare flavor options, footprint, feed system, and capacity to find the right fit for your business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right frozen drink machine for a restaurant or bar?
Start with your busiest 15 to 30 minutes, serving size, number of flavors, and the drinks you plan to serve. Then compare each commercial frozen drink machine’s output, hopper size, countertop or floor placement, electrical requirements, and cleaning routine. If you plan to serve dairy-based drinks or shakes, confirm the model is designed to handle them.
For a specific recommendations, take our 30-second machine quiz to find out your right-size machine and monthly ROI. Or use Spaceman’s sizing guide to find the proper machine for your business.
What is the difference between a frozen drink machine and a slush machine?
A slush machine typically makes sugar-based frozen beverages, while a frozen drink machine may be designed for a broader range of products, including frozen cocktails, smoothies, and some dairy-based drinks. Spaceman barrel and hopper frozen drink machines also have a much higher rated output and faster initial freeze and recovery times. Because capabilities vary by model, review the approved applications and confirm your intended recipe before buying.
What drinks can a commercial frozen drink machine make?
A commercial frozen drink machine can make margaritas, daiquiris, frozen cocktails, smoothies, hard cider, wine slushies, granitas, slushies, acai, frozen coffee, and other frozen beverages. Some models can also make milkshakes. Match your recipe and desired texture to the specific model, as not every machine supports the same products.
What is the best commercial frozen margarita machine for a bar?
The best fit depends on peak drink volume, one or two flavors, countertop or floor placement, electrical service, and the recipe being used. These are the machines that can accomodate frozen margaritas: 6450-CL, 6455-CL, 6650-CL, 6690-CL, 6695-CL, 6795-CL.
What size frozen drink machine do I need?
Size a frozen drink machine based on your busiest 30 mins, expected serving size, recipe, number of flavors, and refill routine. Compare those needs with each model’s stated output using the same serving-size basis. Plan for growth, but avoid buying more capacity than your space, electrical service, or team can support. For a specific recommendations, take our 30-second machine quiz to find out your right-size machine and monthly ROI.
Can a frozen drink machine make alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks?
Yes. Spaceman frozen drink machines can make both alcoholic and non-alcoholic frozen beverages. Each recipe needs the right balance of sugar, alcohol, and dilution to freeze and dispense properly, so confirm your recipe with Spaceman or the mix supplier before service. Typically, frozen drinks are made to fall in a brix range of 13-18.
What cleaning and maintenance does a frozen drink machine require?
Frozen drink machines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of product-contact parts, along with disassembly and inspection of the dispensing system and auger. Follow the manual for lubrication, seal and wear-part checks, condenser cleaning, and the recommended maintenance schedule. Always follow current local food-safety requirements.
What sugar or Brix level does a frozen drink mix need?
For most Spaceman frozen beverage applications, aim for a mix with a Brix level between 13 and 18. Alcohol also affects freezing performance, so confirm the complete recipe with Spaceman or your mix supplier before service.
Can frozen drink mix stay in the machine overnight?
Yes, Spaceman frozen drink machines are certified to hold product refrigerated over night in standby. Be sure to check local food-safety and alcohol-handling requirements. Follow the current machine manual and approved recipe guidance. Standby or refrigeration features do not replace required cleaning, sanitizing, product storage, or discard procedu
How long does a commercial frozen drink machine take to freeze a batch?
Spaceman frozen drink machines can serve the first product in as little as four minutes from startup. For the most accurate expectation, review the specifications for the model and recipe you plan to use.