page_title: Milkshake machine
hierarchical_section_title: Milkshake machine
caption_attribution_description: English: Patent drawing for the original milkshake machine or drink blender, US1005653.
context_page_description: A milkshake machine or drink mixer is a kind of countertop electric mixer used to make milkshakes, flavored milk, frappés, and other blended beverages. Milkshake machines are generally used in ice cream stores and fast food restaurants, and are not common as domestic appliances, where blenders are typically used instead.
  A milkshake machine consists of a stand for an electric motor and a removable cup, a "malt cup". The motor is connected to a vertical rod at the bottom of which is an small agitator of wavy metal or plastic. The cup is placed so that the agitator is submerged, and sits on the floor of the stand, or on a small bracket. The malt cup is a flared cup, usually of stainless steel.
context_section_description: A milkshake machine or drink mixer is a kind of countertop electric mixer used to make milkshakes, flavored milk, frappés, and other blended beverages. Milkshake machines are generally used in ice cream stores and fast food restaurants, and are not common as domestic appliances, where blenders are typically used instead.
  A milkshake machine consists of a stand for an electric motor and a removable cup, a "malt cup". The motor is connected to a vertical rod at the bottom of which is an small agitator of wavy metal or plastic. The cup is placed so that the agitator is submerged, and sits on the floor of the stand, or on a small bracket. The malt cup is a flared cup, usually of stainless steel.
caption: Patent drawing for the original drink blender, 1911
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