


The most common type of coupling is the “clamp and twist” method, with the less common ones being “insert and twist” and “slide” methods.įinally, you’re going to need some tapping equipment to pour that tasty beverage for your guests and yourself. The gas is usually carbon dioxide (CO2), although sometimes nitrogen can be used - e.g., for beers like Guinness.īeer kegs generally follow a universal standard in the way they work - however, it’s the way they connect to the tap out front is what makes them different.

Since kegs themselves cannot push the beer up, gas motors are used to drive the beverage out of the keg to get dispensed. The beverage is drawn from the bottom of the keg to ensure that every single drop of beer can get sent to the tap. How Does a Keg Work?Ī beer keg works like a can of soda but with a massive straw in it. Treat yourself to a nice selection of beer kegs for sale at BeverageCraft where we specialize in all things beer.įor those of you who are not yet quite familiar with how beer kegs work, here’s a nice and brief introduction into the keg realm. Looking to buy equipment to brew beer at home or a keg for your brewery, design project, house party or craft beer pub? You’re at the right place and, dare we say, at the right time.
