Pour-fection in Motion: The Rise of Self-Pour Systems
Picture this:
You walk into a bar ,airport ,stadium or live event and instead of elbowing your way through a sea of thirsty patrons, you're handed a magical card that grants you access to beer nirvana. That's right, folks – self-pour systems are here ( been here a while actually), and they're turning average Joes into master bartenders faster than you can say "Cheers!"
As a commercial operator of over 20 years, I'm always on the lookout for ways to make our guests' jaws drop (preferably not into their beers). And let me tell you, this tech has me bubbling with excitement!
Why Customers are Hopping on Board
Let's break down why beer lovers are frothing at the mouth over this innovation:
No More Bar Brawls for Attention: Say goodbye to those awkward arm-waving dance moves trying to catch the bartender's eye. Now you're the master of your own sudsy destiny!
Tasting Without Commitment: Commitment-phobes rejoice! Sample that quirky craft brew without dedicating your entire night to it.
Pour Precision: Whether you're after a dainty taster or a Viking-sized flagon, the power is in your hands. Literally.
Interactive Imbibing: It's like an adult version of a soda fountain, but WAY more fun!
Ebar
Which we trialed at the Hydro !
Operational Advantages That'll Make Managers Weep with Joy
But wait, there's more! Operators, prepare to have your minds (and kegs) blown:
Staff Superpowers: With customers playing bartender, your team can focus on more pressing matters – like perfecting their bottle-flipping skills.
Waste Not, Want Not: No more crying over spilled beer. These systems are tighter than your uncle's grip on the TV remote during the big game.
Data that'll Make Your Head Spin: Get insights sharper than a lemon wedge on customer preferences.
Ka-ching in the Bank: While not eliminating staff entirely (we're not monsters!), it will drive effieceny and a more streamlined experience for punters.
The impressive Boxbar
Tech That'll Make You Say "Wow" (After You've Said "Cheers")
I'm particularly impressed by systems like Ebar and Boxbar.
It's like they've strapped a tiny wizard to each tap, using RFID magic to track every drop and manage tabs. The touch screens are so user-friendly, even your technophobe grandpa could navigate them after his third pint.
The Future is Frothy
As we peer into our reusable beer cups, the future looks bright (and slightly hazy, like a good IPA).
Conclusion: Cheers to Progress!
Whether its Visitor attractions ,live entertainment , or events its all about creating experiences that make people go "Ooh" and "Aah."
So here's to Fast Pour Beer Tech – may it forever keep our glasses full and our wait times short. Remember, we're not replacing the human touch, we're just freeing up those hands to create even more amazing experiences.
There is still work to be done on how these sites are operated most effectively with the addition of AI Avatars ,facial recognition and ID scanning ( but ill save that for a future post 🙃)
JJ 🧔🏻♂️🍺
