The Italian Ice Cream Machine, A Real Cash Machine
You may have heard the term "cash machine" to describe the italian ice cream machine in the artisanal ice cream sector. It almost sounds too good to be true, but I'm here to tell you that that's exactly what it is. Why such a statement? Read on to find out.
The Magic of Italian Ice Cream
A Unique Product
Italian ice cream is a unique product that evokes a special emotion in people. It is often associated with vacations and relaxation. Plus, it's a product that you can't usually recreate at home, which adds to its appeal.
The Cost of Production
Let's talk numbers. A serving of Italian ice cream costs about 20 cents to produce, plus the cost of the cone which is about 10 cents. This gives us a total cost of 30 cents per serving. And yet, this same ice cream is often sold for €3, a coefficient of 10. You don't need to be a math expert to see how profitable it is.
The Versatility and Mobility of the Machine
The Italian ice cream machine is also very versatile. You can carry it almost anywhere. For example, some of my farmer clients make more than €1000 in a single evening at a farmers' market.
Imagine the potential!
Impact on Sales and Salaries
For Local Shops
If you are a local business, you can expect to sell between 50 and 70 ice creams per day. If each ice cream is sold for €3, this represents a daily turnover of €150 to €210 thanks to the ice cream alone.
For Well Located Businesses
For a well-located business, the figures rise to 100 to 120 ice creams per day, representing a potential turnover of €300 to €360 per day.
For Breweries
If you are a brewery, prepare yourself for even more impressive figures: between 200 and 300 ice creams per day, or a turnover of €600 to €900 per day!
Return on Investment: The Speed at Which the Machine Pays Back
If you sell only 30 Italian ice creams per day at €3 each, in 100 days your machine is fully reimbursed. And let's not forget that these machines are built to last, so anything you do after that initial repayment will only be for net profit (aside from regular maintenance, of course).
A Worthy Investment
If you're looking for a way to significantly boost your income, there aren't many options as cost-effective as an ice cream machine. For more details and figures on this fascinating subject, I invite you to read my book "The Ice Cream Business" available on Amazon. You won't regret it.
With such a low production cost, huge margin, and versatility that allows it to be used in a variety of contexts, it's hard to find a better investment for your business. Are you considering buying an Italian ice cream machine? Go for it, you won't regret it.
