Question 1

What equipment do I need to open a coffee shop in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Beyond your espresso machine, you'll need: a quality burr grinder (the single most important piece after the machine), an automatic tamper for consistency during rush hours, a portafilter cleaner, a commercial blender for frappés and smoothies, a back bar cooler for milk and cold drinks, and a pastry display fridge. Budget around $3,000–$8,000 for ancillary café equipment (excluding the espresso machine itself).

Question 2

Why do I need a separate coffee grinder if my espresso machine has one built in?

Accepted Answer

Built-in grinders in espresso machines are a compromise. A dedicated burr grinder gives you precise grind adjustment, faster grinding speed, and more consistent particle size, all of which directly affect espresso quality. In Lebanon's competitive specialty coffee scene, a good grinder is what separates great espresso from average. IPEC supplies electric controlled grinders that let you dial in the exact setting.

Question 3

What size back bar cooler do I need for my café?

Accepted Answer

For a small café (under 30 seats), a single-door back bar cooler handles milk, juices, and cold drinks. Medium cafés (30–60 seats) need a 2-door unit. Busy cafés with food service or a cocktail bar should go for 3 doors. Glass-door models let staff see stock levels at a glance. In Lebanese summers, back bar coolers work hard, choose a unit with good compressor capacity.

Question 4

Should I invest in an automatic coffee tamper?

Accepted Answer

If your café serves more than 100 espressos per day, absolutely. An automatic tamper applies consistent 20+ kg pressure every time, eliminating the variation between baristas. This means more consistent shots and less fatigue for your team. It's a worthwhile investment for any Lebanese café that's serious about coffee quality and speed during peak hours.

Question 5

Does IPEC supply espresso machines?

Accepted Answer

IPEC specialises in the equipment around the espresso machine — grinders, tampers, portafilter cleaners, back-bar refrigeration, blenders, and juice and slush dispensers — to complete your coffee bar. Talk to us about your café setup and we'll equip everything alongside your chosen espresso machine.

Question 6

Does IPEC install and service café equipment across Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We deliver, install, and demonstrate café and bar equipment throughout Lebanon and stock spare parts for the brands we carry, so service points stay running.

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