Abstract: A frozen beverage machine is provided, comprising a frame containing a horizontally positioned stationary cylinder. A conventional cooling mechanism, typically comprising a compressor, a condenser, and cooling coils around the cylinder cools the cylinder. The cylinder is provided with an opening for removal of frozen beverages or ice cream. A shaft is rotatably and horizontally positioned within the frame and extends into the cylinder, where at least one beater bar is attached to the shaft. A motor assembly is operatively connected to and supported by the shaft exterior to the cylinder. A contact switch senses resistance to shaft rotation, and an adjustable spring maintains contact between the motor assembly and the contact switch until a desired resistance to shaft rotation, and thus a desired consistency of the semi-frozen beverage, is obtained.