What are the specs for a cylinder keg?
5-5.16 gallons
661oz
# of 12oz. beers = 55
Wt of full keg 58Lbs
What are 4 types of kegs?
- Cylinder
- Pony keg
- 1/4 barrel
- Full size keg
What are the specs of a pony keg?
7.75 gallons
992oz
# of 12oz beers = 82
Weight 87 lbs
What are the specs for 1/4 barrel?
7.75 gallons
992oz
# of 12oz beers = 82
Weight 87 lbs
What are the specs for a full size keg?
15.5 gallon
1984 oz.
# of 12oz beers = 165
Weight 161 lbs
What temperature should beer beer from keg to glass?
34-38F
What are some pro and cons of water cooled systems?
Efficient operation
More maintenance
More investment cost
What are two types of one way valves on a coupler?
Thomas valve
Check valve
What does a Thomas valve do?
- Allows CO2 to flow into keg
- Prevents backing up into the gas line
- protects gas regulators from damage
What does the integral pressure relief valve do?
Opens to prevent damage to keg or coupler if excessive gas pressure were applied to a keg
What is the name of the piece that prevents damage to keg or coupler in case of excessive gas pressure?
Integral pressure relief valve
What’s the most common coupler used by US breweries?
Sankey D
What does a faucet do?
Dispenses beer to glass
What are the different type of faucets?
Standard European Flow control Stout Ventless
What does a regulator do?
Controls the flow of gas
What is the relationship bw temp and volume, & pressure and volume?
P⬆, V ⬆
T⬆, V⬇
What inefficiencies are caused by a partially opened faucet?
Turbulent flow
Excessive foaming
Waste
What are some sensory benefits of pouring beer with proper head?
- Visual appeal
- Aromatic volatiles in beer are released
- palate cleansing from enhanced carbonation
What are 3 different beer clean glass tests?
- Sheeting test
- Salt test
- Lacing test
What temperature range should beer be stored?
34-38F
What temperature range should beer be served?
38-44F
What temperature should glycol be set at in a long draw system?
27-32F
What is the normal flow rate of beer?
2oz per second
