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Tea Machines and Hot Water Dispensers: How to Choose the Right Capacity (40 to 500 Glasses)

Buying Guides · 22 October 2026 · 1 min read

Tea Machines and Hot Water Dispensers: How to Choose the Right Capacity (40 to 500 Glasses)

In tea-drinking markets, the tea machine is as important as the espresso machine in a café: it runs all day, and when it fails or runs dry, customers notice immediately. Capacity is the main decision.

Tea Machine YT-303 (120 glasses)
Tea Machine YT-303 (120 glasses) · View product

Start with your busiest hour

A tea glass usually holds roughly 100 to 120 ml. Count how many glasses you serve in your peak hour, then choose a machine that covers that number without a refill. Our tea machine range runs from 40 to 500 glasses:

Tea machine or hot water dispenser?

If you brew tea separately, a hot water dispenser is enough. The range comes in the same sizes, from the 40-glass to the 500-glass model. Many venues run one of each: a dispenser for hot water and a machine for tea.

Hot Water Dispenser YT-311 (120 glasses)
Hot Water Dispenser YT-311 (120 glasses) · View product

Samovars, boilers and trolleys

Before you order

  1. Choose the energy source: electricity, LPG or natural gas
  2. Check space and the position of power and water
  3. Plan where you will brew and where you will serve

Browse all tea and water machines, read our guide to samovar heating elements and taps, or request a quote.

Frequently asked questions

How many glasses should I plan for?

Estimate the glasses you serve in your busiest hour and choose a machine that can cover that without being refilled during service.

What is the difference between a tea machine and a hot water dispenser?

A tea machine brews and holds tea; a hot water dispenser only heats and serves water, so the tea can be brewed separately.

Can I move a large tea machine around?

Yes. A tea machine trolley carries the unit between the kitchen and the serving area.

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Planning a new kitchen or upgrading your equipment? Tell us what you need and our team will prepare the most suitable offer.

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