The RC Show 2026 in Toronto once again proved to be one of North America’s most influential events for the foodservice and hospitality industry. From March 8–10, thousands of restaurant owners, café operators, distributors, and equipment suppliers gathered to explore new technologies and trends shaping the future of beverage businesses.
For Dazheng Coffee Group, this year’s show was an opportunity to showcase one of the fastest-growing segments in the beverage industry: Automatic Milk Tea Machines.
The Rising Demand for Bubble Tea Automation
Bubble tea continues to grow rapidly across North America. What started as a niche Asian beverage has now become a staple on many café and dessert shop menus.
However, as bubble tea sales increase, many operators face the same challenges:
- Labor shortages
- Inconsistent drink quality
- Slow drink preparation during peak hours
- Complex training for staff
This is where automation is becoming a practical solution.
At RC Show 2026, many visitors to our booth were specifically looking for equipment that could simplify drink preparation while maintaining consistent taste.
A Closer Look at the Automatic Bubble Tea Machine
At the show, our Intelligent Milk Tea Machine drew strong interest from café owners and beverage operators looking for ways to improve efficiency.
The machine can produce a drink in 3–8 seconds, supporting high-volume stores with daily outputs of up to 8,000 cups. Its high-precision ingredient control keeps sugar errors within ±1g, helping maintain consistent flavor while reducing ingredient waste.
To ensure ingredient freshness, the system supports a full cold-chain workflow, extending freshness for up to six hours. It also features integrated shelf-life management, allowing operators to monitor materials and receive real-time alerts.
With 3,000+ stores already using the system worldwide, the machine has proven reliable in busy beverage environments. Maintenance is also simplified with an intelligent cleaning system that completes daily cleaning in about 10 minutes.
Industry Recognition at RC Show
Beyond product demonstrations, our innovation in beverage automation also received industry recognition during the event. At the CCHAC 8th North American Catering Innovation Competition, we were honored with the Best Food Service Technology Innovation Award (Golden Kirin Award), presented by the Canada Chinese Hospitality and Catering Association.
This award highlights the growing role of smart equipment in modern beverage operations and reflects the industry’s increasing interest in automation for bubble tea and specialty drink preparation.
Bringing Chinese Manufacturing to the Global Beverage Market
As a manufacturer specializing in commercial coffee and tea equipment, DaZheng Coffee Group has been focused on delivering reliable solutions for beverage businesses worldwide.
Participating in RC Show also reinforces our long-term goal:
bringing advanced beverage equipment made in China to international markets.
Many of our machines are currently undergoing certification processes for North America, including ETL and NSF, as we continue expanding our presence in global foodservice markets.
RC Show 2026 was more than just a product showcase. It was an opportunity to connect with café owners, restaurant operators, and distributors who are actively searching for ways to improve efficiency and beverage quality.
As bubble tea continues gaining popularity across North America, automation will likely play a bigger role in helping shops scale their operations without sacrificing consistency.
We look forward to returning next year with more innovations designed for the evolving beverage industry.
