Here’s a fantastic solution for any business that needs to serve a lot of great-tasting filter coffee, fast. The Bravilor B5 HWR isn't just a coffee machine; it's a complete hot beverage station. This high-performance bulk coffee brewer is engineered for the busiest of environments, from bustling hotel breakfast services to large-scale conference centres, delivering consistently excellent results cup after cup.
Built by the experts at Bravilor Bonamat, this commercial coffee maker is designed for both speed and convenience. It can brew a full 5-litre batch of fresh coffee in a blistering 10 minutes, meaning you can serve up to 30 litres per hour. It even features a separate hot water tap for teas and other infusions, making it an incredibly versatile bit of kit for your kitchen or service area.
The real magic lies in its clever design. Once brewed, the coffee is held in a double-walled, heated, and fully removable urn. This allows you to place it on a buffet line or in a meeting room, keeping the coffee perfectly hot and ready to serve wherever you need it. It’s the ultimate tool for banishing queues and keeping your customers or colleagues happily caffeinated.
With Bravilor Bonamat, you're not just buying a piece of equipment; you're investing in decades of Dutch engineering excellence and a reputation for bulletproof reliability. The B5 Bulk Coffee Brewer is the embodiment of this philosophy. It's built for the relentless pace of a commercial kitchen or high-traffic service area, prioritising dependable performance over fussy, complex features. Its robust mechanical design means fewer potential points of failure, reduced maintenance headaches, and minimal staff training. The true business value is the peace of mind it delivers—the certainty that you can serve gallons of consistently great coffee, day in, day out, without a hitch. This unwavering consistency is what has cemented Bravilor's status as a trusted partner for catering professionals worldwide.
Explore more from Bravilor BonamatWhen it comes to high-volume filter coffee, Bravilor is a name baristas and caterers trust implicitly. The B5 HWR model is a real workhorse, built for pure performance and reliability. Its dual-functionality is a massive space-saver, and the portable urn system is brilliantly thought out for buffet or event-style service. It’s not fancy, but it does its job exceptionally well.
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The Grand Hall, a busy exhibition and events venue in Birmingham, was struggling with their beverage service during large-scale events. Their collection of smaller percolators couldn't cope with the demand during break times, leading to long queues and frustrated attendees.
"We were constantly running out of coffee right when we needed it most. The Bravilor B5 has totally streamlined our operation. We can brew a huge batch in minutes and then move the urn straight to the service point. The feedback from clients has been fantastic."
Robert Green – Facilities Manager
The new setup has enabled them to serve a full conference break in under 15 minutes, increasing delegate satisfaction and reducing staffing pressure.
You might see 'removable container' and just think of a standard coffee pot, but Bravilor's heated urn is much cleverer than that. Think of it less like a jug and more like a high-tech Thermos flask that has its own gentle heating element built-in. The machine brews a perfect 5-litre batch of coffee directly into this insulated, double-walled container.
Once it's done, you simply detach the entire urn and carry it wherever it’s needed – a self-service buffet, a meeting room table, or a catering trolley. Because it's heated and insulated, it maintains the coffee at the ideal drinking temperature for an extended period, without it 'stewing' or turning bitter. This means the last person to pour a cup gets the same quality as the first, and your service is no longer tied to the location of the machine.
Q: How long does it take to brew a full 5-litre batch?
A: It's remarkably fast, brewing a full 5-litre urn in just 10 minutes, making it ideal for busy periods.
Q: Does this machine need to be plumbed into the mains?
A: Yes, it's an automatic-fill machine and requires a permanent connection to your mains water supply to operate.
Q: Is the hot water tap completely separate from the coffee brewing?
A: Absolutely. It has its own system and tap, so you can dispense piping hot water for tea at any time, even while brewing coffee.
Q: What kind of coffee does it use?
A: It's designed for fresh ground filter coffee. You can experiment with different grinds and use the adjustable timer to perfect the taste.
Q: Does the removable urn actually keep the coffee hot?
A: Yes, it's a double-walled, insulated, and electrically heated urn designed specifically to maintain an optimal serving temperature.
Q: How will I know when a brewing cycle is finished?
A: The machine features a 'coffee-ready' audio signal and an indicator light to let you know when the batch is ready.
Q: Is it easy to clean?
A: It's designed for easy maintenance. The stainless steel body, removable filter pan, and urn make the daily cleaning routine very straightforward.
Q: Can I just brew a small amount, like 1 or 2 litres?
A: While you can brew smaller amounts, the machine is calibrated for optimum extraction in full 5-litre batches. For the best and most consistent results, full batches are recommended.
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