Methods and apparatus for dispensing at multiple dispensing points

Abstract

A dispensing system (10) and related methods are provided in which a first dispensing point (14a) operable, under control of a controller (34), dispenses during an initial pour time a first volume of a first beverage into a first cup (22) whereby the first volume is less than a final beverage volume. A conveyor (24) operable, under control of the controller (34), moves the first cup (22) to a second dispensing point (14b) after the first volume of the first beverage is dispensed into the first cup (22). The second dispensing point (14b) operable, under control of the controller (34), tops-off the first cup (22) to the final beverage volume by dispensing during a topping off time more of the first beverage into the first cup (22) whereby the topping off time is less than the initial pour time.

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