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  • Enhance Your Menu with Flavor Burst

    If you haven’t already heard about Flavor Burst then you’re in for a treat! Flavor Burst, now under the Middleby brand, has been revolutionizing the soft-serve industry from its base in Indiana for over three decades. Specializing in flavor injection machines for a variety of treats including soft serve ice cream, shakes, smoothies, and slushes, Flavor Burst is a game-changer for any business looking to expand its menu offerings. At Rocky Mountains Distributing, we’re proud to be your local Taylor distributor in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico for Flavor Burst products, ensuring you have easy access to all the equipment and supplies you need. Expanding Flavor Horizons For those of you asking, “What is Flavor Burst?” you’ll find out what you need in this article. With Flavor Burst ice cream systems, the possibilities for your menu are endless. By integrating this equipment with your Taylor soft serve machine or frozen beverage machines, you can tantalize taste buds with anywhere from 4 to 16 additional flavors. Whether you’re striping soft serve cones with flavored syrup or blending flavors into your beverages, Flavor Burst opens up a world of culinary creativity. Versatile Models for Every Need Flavor Burst offers a range of add-on systems tailored to fit your specific requirements: Soft Serve Flavor Burst Models (Striped Soft Serve) Premium Blended Beverage Models Beverage Models (Shakes, Slush, Smoothies, Frozen Coffee, Frozen Cocktails) Soft Serve Flavor Blend Models Frozen Carbonated Beverage Models 2 Spout Dual Series Models 16 Flavor Expanders Learn how Flavor Burst equipment systems integrate with commercial soft serve machines. Explore Flavor Burst Equipment Systems. An Array of Irresistible Flavors With an extensive selection of Flavor Burst flavors including 38 flavors for striped soft serve systems, 17 flavors for soft serve blend and premium blended beverage models, and 32 flavors for frozen beverage systems, Flavor Burst ensures there’s something for every palate. Explore available Flavor Burst soft serve flavors and syrup options for your frozen dessert menu. View Flavor Burst Flavors. Benefits That Stand Out Extended Shelf Life: Flavor Burst syrups boast an impressive shelf life of 1-2 years when unopened, varying slightly depending on the flavor variant. Even after opening, they remain fresh for up to 180 days. With no need for refrigeration, they can be stored conveniently at temperatures ranging from 60-80°. This prolonged shelf life not only ensures product longevity but also facilitates efficient stock management, allowing you to keep your offerings readily available for longer periods. High Yield Servings: Indulge in the efficiency of Flavor Burst syrups, crafted to deliver exceptional serving yields. Each gallon bag, brimming with concentrated flavor, translates into a multitude of servings, catering to diverse preferences: Striped Soft Serve: Up to 560 5oz servings per gallon bag Blended Soft Serve: Up to 400 5oz servings per gallon bag Shake: Up to 95 16oz servings per gallon bag Slush: Up to 230 16oz servings per gallon bag User-Friendly Controls: Navigating Flavor Burst systems is a breeze with their intuitive touchscreen menu and system interface. Designed for simplicity, every member of your team can effortlessly operate these controls, ensuring smooth operations without unnecessary complexity. Versatile Menu Offerings: With models adept at flavoring both soft serve and frozen beverages, Flavor Burst enhances your menu versatility. From tantalizing Flavor Burst soft serve ice cream cones to delectable blended beverages, the possibilities are endless. Each system typically accommodates up to four flavors per spout, one spout for your Taylor frozen beverage machine and the other for your soft serve machine, catering to a wide array of customer preferences. Space Optimization: Compact yet efficient, Flavor Burst systems are ingeniously designed to maximize space utilization. Certain models seamlessly integrate with Taylor ice cream machines, fitting snugly into carts. With various storage layouts available, ranging from two trays wide by four trays tall to customizable configurations, we ensure a tailored fit for your business and kitchen space. Effortless Maintenance: Enjoy hassle-free upkeep with Flavor Burst systems equipped with a convenient “clean in place” unit. Featuring a sanitizer tank, daily cleaning is a breeze, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish. This routine maintenance ensures optimal performance, keeping your operations running smoothly without disruptions. Unlock the Potential of Your Business Flavor Burst systems offer a cost-effective solution for businesses seeking to expand their menu offerings. From classic striped soft serve to indulgent shakes and smoothies, Flavor Burst has the perfect option for every establishment. Get in touch with our sales team today for pricing and details on Flavor Burst equipment and products, and let us help your business thrive!

  • How to Troubleshoot Taylor Soft Serve Machines

    At Rocky Mountains Distributing, our certified Taylor technicians are here to keep your Taylor ice cream machines in top shape. With decades of experience, they've seen it all. Whether you're dealing with an ice cream machine not freezing or need quick soft serve machine troubleshooting, here are some common issues they tackle, whether on-site or over the phone: Machine Not Freezing Properly Troubleshooting Steps: Ensure the hopper is filled with the mix. Verify that the temperature settings are correct. Inspect the condenser coils for dust and clean them if necessary. Ensure that the air filters are clean and unobstructed. Solution: Adjust the temperature settings as needed. Clean the condenser coils and air filters regularly. Make sure the mix level is adequate. A soft serve ice cream machine not freezing properly can often be resolved by regular cleaning and maintenance. If the issue persists, it may be time to schedule a visit from one of our certified technicians for professional Taylor ice cream machine service. Ice Cream Too Soft or Too Hard Troubleshooting Steps: Check the mix ratio and quality. Verify the machine’s viscosity settings. Inspect the scraper blades for wear and tear. Solution: Adjust the viscosity settings. Replace worn scraper blades. Ensure the correct mix ratio and use a high-quality mix. When replacing worn components, using genuine Taylor parts ensures your machine maintains peak performance. Machine Leaking Mix Troubleshooting Steps: Inspect the seals, gaskets, and o-rings for damage. Ensure the draw valve is correctly assembled and lubricated. Check for cracks in the hopper or cylinder. Solution: Replace damaged seals, gaskets, and o-rings. Properly assemble and lubricate the draw valve. Repair or replace cracked components. Our Taylor tech support team here at Rocky Mountains Distributing can guide you through these steps or help you find the right Taylor parts for your machine. No Mix Dispensing Troubleshooting Steps: Check the mix level in the hopper. Check for clogs in the feed tube. Ensure the pump or gravity feed system is working. Verify that the air/mix pump is assembled correctly. Solution: Refill the hopper with mix. Clear any clogs in the feed tube. Repair or replace faulty pumps. Correctly assemble the air/mix pump. When your Taylor soft serve machine isn’t dispensing mix, troubleshooting can often resolve the issue. If not, our service team is just a call away. Overheating Troubleshooting Steps: Inspect the ventilation and airflow around the machine. Check the condenser coils for dust buildup. Verify that the fan is working correctly. Solution: Improve ventilation and ensure adequate airflow. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Repair or replace a malfunctioning fan. Freezer Lock Troubleshooting Steps: Check if the brush clean timer has elapsed. Inspect for freezing cylinder, hopper, or glycol failure. Check the mix level and ensure the correct mix ratio. Inspect and clean the air filters and condenser coils. Verify and adjust the temperature settings. Check for and replace worn parts like scraper blades and beater motors. Solution: Set the machine in wash mode and clean the unit. Calibrate the machine and check which thermistor is giving the error. Ensure proper mix level and correct mix ratio. Maintain clean air filters and condenser coils to ensure proper ventilation. Adjust temperature settings to the recommended range. Replace any worn or damaged parts. Where Is the Reset Button on a Taylor Ice Cream Machine? If your Taylor soft serve machine repeatedly trips the reset button or shuts down unexpectedly, it may indicate a larger performance issue such as airflow restrictions, freezing problems, or electrical concerns. Always follow your machine’s operator manual and contact a qualified technician if reset issues continue. When the Problem Is Beyond Troubleshooting Some Taylor soft serve machine problems can't be resolved by a phone call — and attempting to diagnose them without proper training can cause further damage or void your warranty. If you're experiencing any of the following, stop troubleshooting and give us a call. Refrigeration Failures If your machine is running — fan on, beater turning — but the product never gets cold, the problem is in the sealed refrigeration system. Signs include unusual hissing or gurgling sounds from the back of the machine, ice buildup on refrigeration lines in unexpected places, or repeated high-pressure and low-pressure faults that clear and immediately return. Soft serve freezer repair and refrigeration diagnosis requires certified technicians and specialized equipment. Compressor Failure A failed compressor means the machine cannot refrigerate at all. You may hear loud clicking or humming on startup with no cooling, or the machine may appear to run normally on the control panel while producing no cold product. This is always a Taylor soft serve machine service call — not something an operator can address. Control Board and Electrical Faults If your display is showing garbled text, cycling through errors on its own, failing to respond to inputs, or behaving erratically after a power surge or outage, the control board may be damaged. Don't attempt to diagnose this yourself — the wrong conclusion leads to an expensive, unnecessary part replacement. Drive Motor or Gear Failure If you hear grinding when the beater engages, or the beater stops mid-cycle without triggering a freeze fault, the drive motor or gear assembly may be failing. This is an internal mechanical repair that goes beyond normal operator access. Persistent Faults That Keep Returning If you've addressed the root cause of a fault and it comes back within a shift or two, something deeper is going on. A freezer lock that returns after adjusting your mix and cleaning the air filters usually points to a refrigeration issue or a failing thermistor. Recurring beater overload after replacing scraper blades often means the drive motor is starting to fail. Any fault that follows a pattern needs a technician. What to Expect When You Call Us for Taylor Service When you call Rocky Mountains Distributing for Taylor ice cream machine service, here's exactly what happens: Over the Phone: Our team will ask you to describe the fault, walk through any error codes on the display, and confirm your machine's model and serial number. In many cases we can tell you over the phone whether it's something you can resolve yourself or whether a service visit is needed — before we dispatch anyone. Scheduling: We prioritize machines that are actively down during business hours and work to get to you as quickly as possible — typically within 1–2 business days, depending on your location and parts availability across our territory. On the Visit: Our service vehicles carry common Taylor soft serve machine parts — O-rings, scraper blades, belts, thermistors, draw valve components, and control boards. Most service calls are completed in under 2 hours in a single visit. Repair vs. Replace: If your machine is older and facing significant repairs, we'll give you a straight answer on whether repair makes financial sense or whether a replacement is the better investment for your business. We'd rather you make the right long-term decision than sell you a repair that puts you back in the same position six months from now. Call us at 800-758-1038 to request a technician or visit our service page to see our offerings. Regular maintenance and timely Taylor soft serve machine troubleshooting are essential to keeping your machine running smoothly and efficiently. As your authorized Taylor distributor and service provider in Colorado, New Mexico, and Southern Wyoming, we recommend consistently cleaning and sanitizing your machine and replacing worn parts on a 90-day schedule. To make this easier, our autoship program delivers your machine's wearable parts every 90 days, so replacements are never missed. If you encounter anything beyond routine Taylor ice cream machine troubleshooting — give us a call at 800-758-1038. Our team specializes in soft serve machine service and will promptly dispatch a certified technician to get your equipment back on track. Whether you need Taylor ice cream machine repair, frozen beverage machine service, or are looking for Taylor ice cream machine service near me — we serve operators across Colorado, New Mexico, and Southern Wyoming.

  • Taylor Equipment Maintenance and Service Support

    When your Taylor equipment needs repairs, look no further than Rocky Mountains Distributing. Our certified Taylor technicians are ready to fix your equipment and ensure optimal performance. We offer a comprehensive range of Taylor services and programs to extend the lifespan of your Taylor ice cream machines. With regular maintenance, your Taylor soft serve machines will continue to support your daily business operations smoothly and efficiently. Explore our offerings below to see how you can enhance your machine’s performance and benefit your business. Autoship Program Enroll in our autoship program to receive a quarterly shipment of common wear and tear items such as tune-up kits, scraper blades, lube, and sanitizer. This program is tailored to your business and machine, and we can even include regular product shipments to ensure you’re always stocked to serve your customers! Brush Butler Program Our Brush Butler program is designed for Taylor freezers with 28-day heat treatment. This ensures food safety and reduces product waste by extending the interval for disassembly and cleaning to 28 days, minimizing disruptions to your daily operations. Certified technicians will thoroughly clean your machine every 28 days and perform quarterly inspections and preventative maintenance, replacing commonly worn parts on the spot. Tune-Up Kits We recommend replacing wear and tear parts every 90 days, and Taylor tune-up kits make this easy! Each kit includes parts like O-rings, bushings, caps, seals, bearings, and gaskets, specific to your machine. The kits come with simple instructions, making it easy for your staff to replace these machine parts and keep your equipment in top condition. Preventative Maintenance We offer preventative maintenance contracts on a bi-monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Our authorized service technicians will replace parts from the tune-up kit, O-rings, belts, and other components as needed. Regular preventative maintenance helps reduce downtime, improve product quality, and ensure your equipment remains reliable and long-lasting. It’s a proactive approach to avoid potential issues before they arise. Turbo Charge Training Well-trained staff are essential for efficient operations. Our Turbo Charge Training provides on-site training for you and your employees, covering preventive maintenance, cleaning procedures, and correct calibration. This training boosts your staff’s confidence and understanding of the equipment, leading to less downtime and reduced maintenance and repair costs. Steam Cleaning Over time, your machine may accumulate dirt, grime, and product buildup. Our steam cleaning service offers a deep clean to ensure your equipment continues to operate smoothly. This thorough cleaning helps maintain efficiency and prevent potential issues caused by buildup. Service Contracts While Taylor machines come with a warranty covering replacement parts, our service contracts also cover labor. This additional peace of mind can save you money in the long run, ensuring your equipment is always in top shape. As your Taylor distributor in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, we offer a variety of programs designed to help your equipment last longer and perform better. These proactive measures give you peace of mind and keep your business running smoothly. When you need Taylor repair services, make a service call to RMD and we’ll come out to your location to fix your equipment. We have more Taylor freezer parts available that are not in our regular programs. We keep them in stock and can send them to you when needed. If you’re interested in learning more, contact our sales team today! They’ll help you find the best programs for your equipment and business.

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  • Flavor Burst Soft Serve Flavors & Syrup Options

    Explore Flavor Burst soft serve flavors and syrup options designed to create customizable frozen desserts, twist flavors, shakes, and specialty treats. Flavor Burst Soft Serve Flavor Options Flavor Burst puts flavor first! The Flavor Burst system is a revolutionary add-on that allows you to add 4, 8, or 16 different flavors to your lineup, without adding freezers to your kitchen. Original Flavor Burst Syrups (Striped Soft Serve) with 39 delicious soft-serve-striping syrups! Each flavor is carefully formulated to provide clean, premium quality with maximum impact and high performance. The syrups are gluten-free and do not contain nut allergens. Each 1-gallon bag contains concentrated flavoring that requires no refrigeration and has a 2 year shelf life. Each gallon of Flavor Burst soft serve syrup can flavor up to 560 5-oz servings! Striped Soft Serve Flavors Each flavor is carefully formulated to provide clean, premium quality with maximum impact and high performance. The syrups are gluten-free and do not contain nut allergens. Each 1-gallon bag contains concentrated flavoring that requires no refrigeration and has a 2 year shelf life. Each gallon of Flavor Burst soft serve syrup can flavor up to 560 5-oz servings! 40 Flavors Banana Ripple Birthday Cake Black Cherry Black Raspberry Blue Goo Blue Hawaii Coconut Blue Raspberry Blueberry Bubblegum Butter Pecan Butterscotch Caramel Cheesecake Chocolate Swirl Cinnamon Bun Classic Cherry Coffee ‘n’ Creme Cool Lemon Cool Mint Cotton Candy Eggnog English Toffee Green Apple Lime Mango Maple Mocha Cappuccino Peach Twist Peanut Butter Peppermint Pina Colada Pineapple Delight Pistachio Nut Pumpkin Pie/ Chai Purple Grape Raspberry Root Beer Strawberry Tropical Orange Watermelon Order Syrups Need a Flavor Burst dispensing system for your soft serve machine? Learn more about Flavor Burst equipment systems and compatibility. Flavor Burst Equipment Systems

  • Flavor Burst Equipment Systems for Soft Serve Machines

    Explore Flavor Burst equipment systems designed to add customizable flavor options to commercial soft serve and frozen dessert programs. Flavor Burst Equipment Models and Systems Flavor Burst puts flavor first! The Flavor Burst system is a revolutionary add-on that enables the addition of 4, 8, or 16 different flavors to your lineup without requiring extra freezers. From striped soft serve to blended beverages, Flavor Burst models allow you to effortlessly expand your menu with a simple, user-friendly touchscreen system. It’s an ideal solution for ice cream shops, quick-service restaurants, amusement parks, cafeterias, and convenience stores looking to boost customer engagement, increase revenue, and offer customizable treats that keep guests coming back. Easy installation and minimal training make it a smart upgrade for operators. Download Catalog Contact Sales Striped Soft Serve Flavor Burst Models CTP 80SS 8 flavors 2×4 layout CTP 80SS-DLX 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80SS-INT 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80-SS-INT-2S 8 flavors 4×2 layout CTP 40SS-JR 4 flavors 2×2 layout Download Spec Sheet Premium Blended Beverage Models CTP 80CBB 8 flavors 2×4 layout CTP 80CBB-DLX 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80CBB-INT 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80CBB-INT-2S 8 flavors 4×2 layout Download Spec Sheet Beverage Models CTP 80BEV 8 flavors 2×4 layout CTP 80BEV-DLX 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80BEV-INT 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80BEV-INT- 2S 8 flavors 4×2 layout CTP 40BEV-JR 4 flavors 2×2 layout Download Spec Sheet Soft Serve Flavor Blend Models CTP 80BLD 8 flavors 2×4 layout CTP 80BLD-DXL 8 flavor 3×3 layout CTP 80BLD-INT 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80BLD-INT-2S 8 flavors 4×2 layout CTP 40BLD-JR 4 flavors 2×2 layout Download Spec Sheet Frozen Carbonated Beverage Models CTP 80FCB 8 flavors 2×4 layout ADPT TY80S-FCB1-CTP Auto Draw Valve Kit is an upgrade to your current CTP 80FCB system CTP 80FCB- DLX 8 flavors 3×3 layout CTP 80FCB-INT 8 flavor 3×3 layout CTP 80FCB-INT-2S 8 flavors 4×2 layout CTP 40FCB-JR 4 flavors 2×2 layout Download Spec Sheet 2 Spout "Dual Series" Models CTP 44SS 2 soft-serve injector assemblies that stripe the product with ribbons of flavor. CTP 44BLD 2 soft-serve blending assemblies that fully blend flavors into the soft-serve. CTP 44BEV 2 frozen beverage blending assemblies. CTP 44FCB 2 modified spout assemblies for the Taylor frozen carbonated freezers. CTP 44SS/BLD 8-flavor system sends four flavors to a soft-serve spout and four to a frozen beverage spout. CTP 44BEV/FCB 2 blending assemblies. 1 assembly flavors frozen beverage product with four flavors. 1 modified spout assembly to flavor frozen carbonated beverage product. CTP 44SS/BEV 8-flavor system. 4 flavor soft serve syrups from one spout. 4 flavors frozen beverage on a different spout. CTP 44SS/FCB 8-flavor system. 4 soft-serve flavor syrups from one spout. 4 frozen carbonate beverage flavors on a different spout. CTP 44BEV/BLD 8-flavor system. 4 flavor blend soft serve syrups from one spout. 4 flavors frozen beverage on a different spout. CTP 44BLD/FCB 8-flavor system. 4 flavor blend soft serve syrups from one spout. 4 frozen carbonated beverage flavors on a different spout. CTP BASE-2S Systems Want to offer a full 8 flavors on both spouts? Add a CTP BASE-2S system to your existing Color Touch Panel (CTP) Flavor Burst model. 16 Flavor Expanders CTP BASE SS-1S Flavor Burst Soft-Serve (stripe) Base-1S System. Add 8 Flavor Burst flavors to your current soft-serve Flavor Burst system to offer 16 flavors on one spout. CTP BASE BLD-1S Flavor Blend Soft-Serve Base-1S System. Add 8 Flavor Burst flavors to your current soft-serve Flavor Blend system to offer 16 flavors on one spout. CTP BASE BEV- 1S Frozen Beverage Base-1S System. Add 8 Flavor Burst flavors to your current frozen beverage system to offer 16 flavors on one spout (not compatible with the FCB system). Contact Sales Order Syrups Looking for available flavor options and syrup selections? Explore Flavor Burst soft serve flavors and syrup options. Flavor Burst Soft Serve Flavors Interested In Equipment?

  • Cool Chiller Frozen Beverage Syrups & Cocktail Mixes

    Explore Cool Chiller frozen beverage syrups, slush flavors, cocktail mixes, and frozen drink solutions for commercial beverage programs. Cool Chiller Frozen Beverage Syrups Cool Chiller delivers premium frozen beverage syrups, sweet water slush flavors, cocktail mixes, and soft serve solutions designed for exceptional taste and reliable performance. Crafted with high-quality ingredients, these versatile shelf-stable products provide smooth texture, bold flavor, and consistent results in every serving. Perfect for restaurants, bars, convenience stores, and frozen dessert shops, Cool Chiller products simplify preparation while helping operators maintain handcrafted quality and operational efficiency. From refreshing slush flavors and frozen cocktails to frozen coffee beverages and classic soft serve options, Cool Chiller helps businesses expand their menu with easy-to-use, high-yield formulas. Designed for compatibility with commercial frozen beverage and soft serve equipment, these products help reduce waste, improve consistency, and maximize profitability. With a wide variety of flavors and beverage applications available, Cool Chiller makes it easy to create premium frozen drinks and desserts that keep customers coming back. Soft Serve & Shake Mix Vanilla Chocolate Sweet Water Slush Cherry Blue Raspberry Lemonade Orange Lime Grape Green Apple Strawberry Cocktail Mixes Mango Hurricane Piña Colada Margarita Strawberry Peach Blue Hawaiian Call 800-758-1038 Get Pricing

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