Heavy gauge extension cords (12 Ga) are provided with each rental.

During hot weather, add a 1/2 small bag of ice to mixing bucket before adding the water. Using a cold mix will ensure better output. If you don’t know what that means, call us! Use a dedicated 120V, 15-20 amps circuit for each machine. Keep margarita machines in the shade during daytime operation. This means you can probably get by with providing less beer and wine. If you have not rented a machine before, you may be surprised to learn that 50-70% of your guests will choose the frozen drinks over beer and wine. Just turn the machine off when your party is over. Question: Do I have to clean the machine before you come to pick it up?Īnswer: No! There are no cleaning responsibilities or charges for you. 99.9% of any machine problems that arise are caused by the machine sharing a circuit with a inflatable jumper, a disc jockey set-up, a freezer or refrigerator, nacho cheese warmer, etc.

Since they draw about the same amps as a refrigerator or freezer, they MUST be plugged into a circuit that does not already have a large appliance. They require a standard 120V outlet, and each single machine uses 13 amps. Question: How big are the machines and what are the power requirements?Īnswer: The machines are about the size of a large microwave and come on a wheeled cart. Ask The Margarita Man for suggestions on your particular party. Extreme heat and/or party guests might call for extra freezing power for smaller parties but not often. Beyond 100 we strongly suggest a second machine. Will one machine be enough?Īnswer: One machine is usually sufficient for parties up to 100 guests. Question: My party is huge and my friends drink.enthusiastically. Question: How far in advance should I book my machine?Īnswer: We recommend two weeks or more in advance for the warm season of April through September, although machines are sometimes available at the last minute. For variety, the mixes can be made without liquor and guests advised to add whatever they would like to their cups to make their favorite drink. All our mixes are real fruit concentrates and are great for non-alcoholic slushies at business functions or kids parties. ALL CAN BE MADE AS NON-ALCOHOLIC FRUIT SLUSHIES FOR THE KIDS!Īnswer: No. For a stronger drink, use 1.75 liter bottle of tequila, and 750ml to 1 liter of triple sec per batch. Mixes that require rum use 1.75 – 2 liters per batch. For average strength drink, use 2/3 of big bottle or 1 liter of tequila. For Margaritas, a lighter drink calls for half of a 1.75 bottle or about 875 liters of tequila per batch. Question: Do the mix concentrates contain alcohol?Īnswer: No, the mixes do not contain alcohol. There is no waiting between batches because you add to the reservoir when the mix-low light comes on. (Double machine takes 3 hours.) Once the machine completes the first freeze cycle it’s non-stop for the rest of the night. Question: How long until the machine is ready to serve?Īnswer: 30 to 45 minutes depending on the temperature. Extra batches are $26 and refundable if un-opened. We suggest 1 batch for every 20-30 guests assuming you are offering other alcoholic beverages. Our experience shows that about half your guests will drink the frozen drinks while the others will drink beer, liquor or whatever else is offered. drinks (4.5 gallons), while the strawberry and daiquiri flavors yield about 65-70 8oz. Question: How many drinks does one batch yield?Īnswer: One batch of margaritas yields 75 8oz. Your guests can serve themselves so you can enjoy the party and let the machine do all the margarita-makin’!

The machines make their own freeze so no ice is required, only power.

We mix the first batch for you on delivery and leave instructions for making extra batches. Question: How much is it to rent a margarita machine from The Margarita Man?Īnswer: The standard package price is $114 and includes setup, pickup, use of our 5 gallon pre-measured mixing bucket, 100 cups, straws, and even table skirting appropriate for your event.Īnswer: We have 22! See our Flavors page on the toolbar.Īnswer: Absolutely.

2 gallon margarita machine recipe