A fridge is a very useful appliance at home and in commercial establishments, where fruits, vegetables and meats can be kept in cool temperatures to preserve them for a longer time. The fridge is also used in storing different types of beverages and drinks, at cooler temperatures, and there are specially designed fridges available for this purpose and they are generally referred to as bar fridges.

The bar fridges are usually compact in size and the majority are under counter fridges. There are models of bigger sizes as well, which are mainly used in restaurants and clubs, and also where the requirement of storage is large. For home and for use in a mini-bar there are many models available to choose from. Before purchasing bar fridges, one has to consider the storage requirements and accordingly go for the size. Also you will have to take into account the available space, and where you are going to place it. Below the bar countertop is an ideal location as it is easy to reach and is kept out of view.

The body of the bar fridges are made of either stainless steel or fiberglass. Depending on the type and frequency of use, you can choose the type of body you will prefer for your bar fridge. Stainless steel has a neutral color and can stand rough use. There are also bar fridges available with glass doors, so that all the drinks and bottles are clearly displayed. Some have a tinted glass which looks more sophisticated in a bar, and also blocks strong light, from spoiling certain types of stored drinks.

Once you have selected the size of the bar fridge, you need to consider the inner design of the compartments. The cork of certain drink bottles should never get dry, as this can totally change the flavour of the drink, and even spoil the contents. Therefore many models of bar fridges provide compartments, where the bottles can be stored upside down. Also the layout of the different compartments and shelf space is important. The bottles should not bang against each other every time the fridge is opened or closed, and each item inside should be easily accessible.

There is a new model of bar fridge available with a unique cylindrical shape. The Koolatron Rack N’ Roll Fridge has wheels and can be easily rolled to the area where drinks are served and can be plugged in. Its mobility makes it very convenient and its capacity of 45 liters is also quite adequate. It can hold 48 beer bottles, or 72 cans of 12 oz each. The lids of this fridge are made of glass and so the inside contents are clearly visible. For wine enthusiasts, this bar fridge can hold about 36 bottles of wine and it has caddies on the outside to hang extra bottles. The best part is once you have chilled the fridge, the contents will stay cold even without electricity for about 10 hours. It operates without any noise and it is energy efficient, with a fast cooling capacity.