From the bar crisis to the bar revolution: how automation is saving the catering industry

The catering industry is facing unprecedented challenges: Staff shortages, rising costs and growing customer expectations are putting pressure on bars and restaurants. But in the midst of this crisis, a revolutionary solution is emerging that will not only solve problems, but also lead bar culture into a new era.

The perfect crisis: Why traditional concepts are reaching their limits

The catering market in 2025 faces multiple challenges:

Acute shortage of skilled labourQualified bartenders are hard to find and even harder to keep
Exploding personnel costs: Rising salaries put pressure on already thin margins
Inconsistent qualityChanging staff leads to fluctuating beverage quality
Stress at peak times: Long waiting times frustrate guests and staff alike

"We simply couldn't find any more reliable bartenders," reports Michael S., owner of a cocktail bar in Hamburg. "The quality suffered, the guests became dissatisfied - we were on the verge of going out of business."

The automated revolution: when technology meets tradition

The solution came in the form of an innovation that was initially viewed with scepticism: fully automatic cocktail machines. However, modern systems such as the cocktail maker have nothing in common with the clunky drinks machines of old.

What modern automation can do:

Precise dosing accurate to 0.1 ml
Consistent quality around the clock
Preparation in 4-8 seconds
Operation without prior knowledge
Over 100 different cocktails
Minimal training effort
Drastically reduced bar loss

Success stories from the field

Sebastian Auer from "My Burger Factory" reports: "A bartender is only there 5 days a week, needs 2 days off and costs money, is sick and needs holidays. With the cocktail maker, all employees can prepare cocktails with consistent quality."

The figures speak for themselves:

300% Increase in sales in the cocktail segment
100% less dispensing loss
ROI often after just 6-12 months
Reduction in personnel costs of up to 40%

Man vs. machine? A surprising conclusion

Contrary to initial fears, it turns out that automation does not replace people, but complements them. "Thanks to the fast preparation, our staff finally have time again for the most important thing: personal contact with the guests," reports Christina M., bar manager from Munich.

Advantages for the staff:

Less stress at peak times
More time for guest care
Focus on service instead of standard tasks
No more lifting heavy bottles
Positive working atmosphere

The future of bar culture

Automation does not mark the end of traditional bar culture - it heralds its renaissance. Bars can once again focus on what makes them special: great hospitality and unforgettable experiences.

What the future holds:

Hybrid concepts of automation and personalised service
New beverage creations thanks to precise technology
Better work-life balance for employees
Higher profitability for operators
Consistent quality for guests

Conclusion: A win-win situation for everyone involved

The automation of cocktail preparation is proving to be a lifeline for an industry in upheaval. It not only solves acute problems, but also opens the door to completely new possibilities.

"The cocktail maker was the best investment since we opened our bar," summarises Michael S. "We are more profitable, our employees are happier and our guests love the consistently high quality."