Wine Fridges & Dual Zone Beverage Fridges
Independent dual climate zones and dedicated wine cabinets for craft beer, soda, and fine wines. 8 models: Under Bench Dual Zone, Dual Zone Wine & Beer, Wine Only Cabinet.
Wine Fridges and Dual Zone Beverage Fridges: What to Look For
A wine fridge keeps bottles at a steady, gentle temperature, while a dual zone beverage fridge lets you hold wine and cold drinks at two different temperatures in one cabinet. This range covers under bench dual zone units, dual zone wine and beer fridges and wine-only cabinets.
If you serve both wine and beer, a dual zone wine and beverage fridge saves buying two appliances.
Why dual zone?
Wine is generally stored and served warmer than beer and soft drinks. As a rough guide, wine suits roughly 12°C to 14°C for storage, while beer and soft drinks are best served at around 2°C to 5°C. A dual zone fridge gives each zone its own temperature control so you are not forced to compromise.
Under bench or freestanding
Under bench beverage fridges tuck into joinery and are a popular choice for kitchens and bars. Freestanding cabinets suit a dining room or wine corner. For built-in fitting, choose a front-breathing model and leave the clearance the manufacturer specifies.
Shelving and capacity
Check how many bottles the cabinet holds and whether the shelves adjust. Wooden or sliding shelves help with display and make it easier to reach bottles at the back.
Vibration, UV and the door
Wine prefers low vibration and protection from light. A tinted or UV-protective glass door helps keep bottles stable, and a well-sealed door keeps temperatures consistent.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a wine fridge and a beverage fridge?
A wine fridge is built to hold wine at a stable cellar-like temperature. A beverage fridge runs colder for beer and soft drinks. A dual zone wine and beverage fridge does both in one cabinet.
Can I store beer in a wine fridge?
Single zone wine fridges are usually too warm for beer you want served cold. A dual zone fridge lets you set one zone for beer and another for wine.
Does a wine fridge need ventilation?
Yes. Follow the manufacturer clearance for the model, and choose a front-breathing unit if it will be built into cabinetry.
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