AndroBar Frequently Asked Questions

AndroBar is a professional punch-to-pour beverage control system that integrates with your POS to control and measure every pour.

Liquor and wine bottles are fitted with calibrated dispensing spouts that ensure the exact programmed portion is dispensed for each drink. When a drink is ordered through the POS — whether entered by the bartender or sent from the floor — the system controls the pour to match the programmed recipe or portion size.

AndroBar controls and tracks every pour, regardless of portion size or cocktail recipe, while the POS records the transaction. Operators can review detailed reporting on beverage usage and can export the data to third-party inventory or accounting systems if desired.

The same system controls liquor and wine pours using the calibrated spouts, and with optional draught beer controls, AndroBar can also manage and track draught beer pours.

By controlling every pour, AndroBar helps eliminate overpours and unrecorded product usage while giving operators greater visibility and control over beverage costs.

No. In most cases, once bartenders become comfortable with the system — which typically involves a very short learning curve — service speed generally increases, particularly during busy service periods.

Because AndroBar dispenses the exact programmed portion automatically, bartenders no longer need to free-pour or use jiggers to measure liquor. This allows drinks to be prepared faster while ensuring the correct portion is dispensed every time.

The touchscreen also displays the cocktail recipe and full build instructions programmed into the system. When a drink order is sent from the POS to AndroBar — whether entered by the bartender or from the floor — the screen can show the steps for preparing the cocktail, such as ingredient amounts, glass type, ice, mixing instructions, and garnish details, along with a reference image of the finished drink if provided by the operator. This helps maintain recipe consistency and allows less experienced bartenders to prepare drinks accurately and confidently.

Each calibrated spout is programmed for a specific product. If the incorrect bottle is placed in position, the system will not dispense the pour because it does not match the programmed brand required for that drink. This helps prevent product substitution errors and ensures drinks are prepared exactly as intended.

Bartenders still build and finish drinks the same way they normally would, while the system ensures consistent portions and cocktail recipes across every shift and every bartender.

AndroBar is designed to dispense precise, repeatable portions using calibrated spouts and programmed portion sizes. This ensures each pour matches the exact amount defined in the drink recipe or portion setting.

The spouts are configured and calibrated to match the viscosity of most standard spirits. They can also be adjusted for products that pour differently, such as thicker liqueurs or wine, ensuring consistent accuracy across different beverages.

Because the system controls every pour, it eliminates the inconsistencies that can occur with free-pouring or manual measuring. This helps maintain consistent drink quality while giving operators tighter control over beverage costs.

With optional draught beer controls, the solenoid valves that open and close the draught lines are installed inside the refrigerated keg room. Because the control occurs in the cold environment rather than at the tap, it avoids the temperature and restriction differences that can cause foaming with some at-the-tap draught control systems — reducing wasted beer being poured down the drain.

The system can also accommodate limited top-ups and can pause a pour if a keg runs empty and needs to be replaced. The same pausing capability applies to spirits or wine if a bottle becomes empty or does not contain enough product to complete the programmed pour.

If a bottle does not contain enough product to complete the programmed portion, the bartender can pause the pour. This prevents an incomplete or inaccurate portion from being dispensed.

The bartender can then replace the bottle with another bottle fitted with the correct calibrated spout that contains enough product to complete the pour. Many operators keep additional bottles pre-fitted with spouts and ready to swap in when needed.

Once the bottle is replaced, the remaining portion of the pour can be completed.

A similar process can apply when using optional draught beer controls. If a keg runs empty during a pour, the bartender can pause the pour until the keg is replaced and then complete the remaining portion.

AndroBar can integrate with almost all POS systems commonly used in bars and restaurants.

The system communicates in a one-way direction from the POS to AndroBar. When a drink is ordered through the POS, the order is sent to AndroBar with the programmed pour instructions for that drink.

Integration typically requires manufacturer-side programming as part of the setup process. In most cases, if a POS system is capable of sending drink orders to a bar printer, it is generally compatible with AndroBar.

PULSE86 can review your existing POS system to confirm compatibility and coordinate the integration process where required.

Installation generally requires little to no modification to the bar itself. The system simply needs a suitable location to mount the control box, which is typically installed under the bar top, along with space for the touchscreen. The touchscreen can be placed on the bar top or on the workspace near the control box and activator ring.

System programming is typically completed before installation. Once the hardware is installed, the system is connected and activated by logging into the operator’s account.

Installation time depends on the design and materials of the bar as well as the number of stations being installed. In most cases, installation typically takes approximately 1 to 3 hours per station.

For the system to operate properly, a Windows PC and the required LAN network connections must be in place prior to installation. In most setups, the PC connects to the AndroBar control box through an approved router or network switch, while the POS system communicates with AndroBar through the network or a direct connection.

PULSE86 handles the installation of the AndroBar hardware. Network setup and cabling are typically completed by the venue’s IT provider or internal team. PULSE86 can provide guidance, instructions, or recommend technicians if assistance is required, although many operators are able to complete this setup themselves.

Most bartenders become comfortable using AndroBar very quickly. In many cases, staff are able to begin using the system confidently after a short orientation.

Because the system dispenses the programmed portion automatically and displays the cocktail recipe and build instructions on the touchscreen, bartenders can easily follow the preparation steps for each drink. This allows both experienced and newer bartenders to prepare drinks consistently.

Training typically focuses on understanding the workflow, recognizing how orders appear on the touchscreen, and becoming familiar with basic functions such as pausing a pour or swapping bottles when needed.

Most venues find that staff are comfortable using the system within a single shift.