Turning blended treats into bums on seats

Nothing screams ‘takeaway’ more than a cafe filled with customers yelling over a cacophony of blenders.

But luckily for the modern day cafe owner, Vitamix has produced a range of commercial blenders exactly for this purpose: The Quiet One.

The Quietest Commercial Blender available, Vitamix’s Quiet One is up to 4 times quieter than the competition, which means you’ll be more likely to get customers staying for a feed rather than popping in for a takeaway.

Plus with its customised 3 peak output horsepower motor, six functions and 34 customised programs with automatic shut off, your drinks will be blended to the perfect consistency every time.

Try this tantalising treat – our favourite Frozen Pumpkin Pie Latte, using Brema ice cubes and the Vitamix Quiet One on setting 3.

INGREDIENTS

½ cup (120 ml) espresso, chilled

½ cup (120 ml) Pumpkin Spice Syrup* (recipe below)

(See recipe below)

¼ cup (60 ml) pumpkin purée

1 scoop chocolate ice cream, about 1/2 cup (68 g)

1 cup (240 ml) ice cubes

Pumpkin Spice Syrup

1 ¼ cups (300 ml) water

½ cup (120 ml) pumpkin purée

½ cup (110 g) granulated sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground allspice

½ teaspoon ground ginger

DIRECTIONS

1. In a stainless steel saucepan over medium high heat, combine all ingredients for the syrup and whisk well to incorporate completely.

2. Stirring frequently, heat to a light simmer and cook until syrup begins to slightly thicken, approximately 5 minutes.

3. BLEND all ingredients with the syrup. Enjoy!

YIELD: Approximately 2 cups (480 ml)