Commercial Wine Buckets and Stands are must-have additions for UK restaurants, wine bars, and hotels aiming to elevate their beverage service. These professional-grade stainless steel wine coolers maintain the perfect temperature for wines and champagnes while creating that touch of tableside elegance your customers expect. After 50 years kitting out hospitality venues, we've seen how these sturdy buckets—many featuring double-walled insulation—keep bottles chilled for hours without constant ice replenishment. They pair brilliantly with wine glasses and decanters for a complete beverage service setup, enhancing both functionality and presentation in fine dining establishments and bustling bars alike!
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190(H) x 190mm
Olympia
8 pint capacity.
Looks great when cleaned with Jantex stainless steel cleaner (CF980)
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210H x 210W x 210D mm
Olympia
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177H x 193W x 500D mm
Olympia
Ideal where floorspace is restricted.
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0.5kg
Olympia
Complements other Olympia copper barware
Plated stainless steel
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0.5kg
Olympia
Complements other Olympia barware
Solid stainless steel
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559(H) x 152mm
Olympia
Stainless steel.
Wine buckets operate on a beautifully simple principle—creating a chilled environment around your bottle. The commercial-grade buckets hold ice and water that surrounds the bottle, maintaining optimal serving temperature through continuous contact cooling. Double-walled designs provide extra insulation, keeping ice from melting quickly during service. The companion stands position the bucket at the perfect height beside tables, eliminating tabletop clutter while keeping bottles within easy reach. Most feature adjustable heights and stabilising bases to prevent wobbling during busy service. The result? Perfectly chilled wines and champagnes served with a professional flourish—essential for elevating your guests' dining experience.
Trusted Insights from Freddie Wallace
Pub Equipment Consultant
12 years experience
For optimal performance, fill your wine bucket two-thirds with ice, then add cold water to improve contact with the bottle. Pre-chill the bucket before service to extend ice life, and consider keeping champagne bottles at a 45-degree angle to maintain cork moisture. Clean thoroughly after each service with non-abrasive cleaners to prevent tarnishing. If using outdoors, opt for heavier stands with wider bases to counteract wind, and pair with bottle coasters for added elegance.
With five decades in the hospitality equipment business, we've learned what makes a quality wine bucket. 'The difference between domestic and commercial models is night and day,' says Emma, our beverage service specialist. 'Restaurant-grade buckets maintain temperature longer and withstand the knocks of busy service—crucial for maintaining wine quality and presentation.'
A boutique hotel in the Cotswolds transformed their dining experience with our commercial wine buckets and stands. Before, they were using tabletop buckets that cluttered dining spaces and often left water rings on tables. After switching to proper stand sets paired with quality wine glasses, they reported a noticeable difference. 'Our wine service looks far more professional now,' their Food & Beverage Manager told us. 'Guests comment on the presentation, and staff appreciate the practicality—wine sales have actually increased 15% since we upgraded!'
Not sure where to start? Whether you're running a bustling café, opening a pizzeria, or managing a school canteen, we've made it easy to shop by business type. Explore handpicked equipment bundles and essentials tailored to your industry—saving you time and making sure you get exactly what you need.
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'These buckets keep champagne perfectly chilled throughout our three-hour dinner service!'
'Sturdy stands that don't wobble even in our busy bistro—brilliant bit of kit!'
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