How to Buy Snow Cone Supplies
If you have a snow cone maker, then you'll want to know where to buy supplies in the case that you run out. Most machines only come with enough supplies to make a handful of snow cones. If you plan to make snow cones for a party or enough for your concession stand, you'll need a lot more.
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Instructions
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Write down all of the items that you need to make the snow cones. To start, you probably only need a snow cone machine, cups, small spoons and flavorings.
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Estimate sizes and amounts of the snow cone supplies. If you are buying the supplies for a concession stand, you should use your sales figures to decide how much stuff needs to be purchased.
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Contact the maker of the snow cone machine for supply information. Most snow cone machines come with a catalog that allows you to order extra flavorings and cups.
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Buy the snow cone supplies from a wholesaler. If you need a large supply of snow cone supplies, use a company like Concession Stands. They have good deals on bulk orders of snow cone flavorings and holders.
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See about making a long term arrangement with the snow cone supplier. You may be able to work out a deal on price if you plan to use their services to always order your supplies.
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Tips & Warnings
When buying new flavors to use on the snow cones, purchase a small sample of the flavor first to test. You'll want to taste it before ordering a bulk supply.
Most snow cone flavorings can be purchased in gallon sizes. Transfer the liquid to a smaller bottle to pour the flavorings onto the cones.
