The Nitro Shaker system uses advanced multi-vortex mixing chambers and nitrogen infusion at the point of dispense to replicate—and improve upon—the traditional shaking process. Instead of relying on manual shaking to mix and aerate ingredients, the system forces the beverage through a controlled environment where nitrogen is rapidly integrated.

This creates:

A fully homogenized drink (no ingredient separation)
A consistent dilution level every time
A dense, creamy micro-foam similar to hand-shaken cocktails

The result is a perfectly “shaken” cocktail in seconds, with zero variability between bartenders and no physical labor required.

This system is extremely versatile and not limited to just cold brew or stout-style drinks. You can keg and serve a wide range of high-margin beverages, including:

Espresso martinis
Margaritas
Whiskey sours
Nitro cold brew coffee
Spiked lemonades and teas
Pre-batched craft cocktails

Because nitrogen infusion happens at dispense, it enhances texture and presentation without requiring carbonation—making it ideal for non-carbonated and citrus-based drinks that traditionally don’t work well on draft systems.

Yes, you will need to get nitrogen locally, we cannot ship filled tanks but they are easy to find locally. Many Co2 providers also carry N2.

Installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with standard draft systems. The Atosa MKC23GR comes mostly ready to go, and the Nitro Shaker system is designed to integrate directly into the setup.

Basic setup steps include:

Positioning and plugging in the kegerator
Connecting N₂ and nitrogen tank
Mixing up batch cocktails in the included corny kegs
Mounting the tower and connecting the stout faucets

Most operators can complete setup in under an hour. Most of the work is already done and the many components just need to be mounted to the kegerator.

Most operators see ROI driven by speed, consistency, and premium pricing power.

Key revenue drivers include:

Faster service → more drinks sold during peak hours
Reduced labor → less time spent shaking cocktails
Premium pricing → nitro drinks command higher price points
Lower waste → consistent pours reduce over-pouring and remakes

For example, a nitro espresso martini or margarita can often be priced 20–40% higher than its traditionally made counterpart, while taking a fraction of the time to serve.

Over time, this system doesn’t just pay for itself—it becomes a high-margin centerpiece of your beverage program.

Cleaning and maintenance are very similar to a standard draft system. The recommended process is to mix a beer line cleaning solution directly in one of the kegs and run it through the entire system, including the Nitro Shaker components and faucets.

You should follow the same cleaning schedule you already use for draft beer systems—typically every 2–4 weeks depending on volume.

Basic process:

Fill a keg with properly diluted beer line cleaner
Connect it to the system like a normal product keg
Run the solution through all lines, Nitro Shaker chambers, and faucets
Rinse thoroughly with clean water before returning to service

This method ensures the entire system stays clean, prevents flavor carryover between beverages, and maintains consistent nitro performance without adding complexity beyond standard draft maintenance.