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Why do kegs taste better?
Freshness has a significant effect on the flavor, which is why beer poured from a keg is expected to be fresher (and tastier) compared to a bottled beer.
Is keg beer fizzy?
What is keg beer? – Keg beers are filtered and force-carbonated, which makes them colder than cask ales and fizzy, and expands their lifespan. They’re gas-driven too, which is why you’ll notice the beer flow steadily from a tap on the bar, rather than your server having to repeatedly pull the beer through the line, as with cask ale.
How long will beer last in a tapped keg?
How Long Does a Keg Stay Fresh? – For most beers on tap, dispensed with CO2, the rule of thumb is that non-pasteurized beer will retain its freshness for 45-60 days, if proper pressure and temperature are maintained. If you are serving up pasteurized draft beer, the shelf life is around 90-120 days.
If you have just gotten an air pumped party keg, you should consume the beer within 8-12 hours if you want to enjoy it at peak freshness. You will find that most breweries now print a freshness date on the keg for your convenience. Be sure to read the labeling carefully, as some breweries print this as an expiration date, while others opt for a “born on” date.
These dates have the days it is in inventory at the brewery figured into the equation and generally print the date on the side of the keg or on the cap.
Are kegs just for beer?
It is commonly used to store, transport, and serve beer. Other alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, carbonated or non-carbonated, may be housed in a keg as well.
How much Guinness is in a keg?
Guinness is one of the most consumed and popular Irish beers in the world.