Let’s Talk Kegs: The Best Guide for Bar Friends
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What Are Kegs?
Kegs are big metal tanks. They hold beer and other drinks. Bars use kegs a lot. Kegs keep drinks fresh. They help bars save money too.
Let’s learn all about kegs! We will see why they are good for your bar or shop.
Why Good Kegs Help You Make More Money
A good keg can work for many, many years. This saves you money!
Strong Kegs Last Long
Stainless steel kegs are very strong. They can last for 20 to 30 years! That is a long time. Aluminum kegs do not last as long. They work for only 5 to 7 years.
Good kegs do not leak. The best kegs have special tests. They pass ISO9001 tests. These tests make sure kegs are safe and good.
Clean Kegs Make Happy Drinkers
Clean kegs mean fresh beer. Fresh beer means happy people! When kegs are not clean, beer can taste bad.
Bad beer = sad customers = less money for you
Clean kegs = yummy beer = happy customers = more money for you!
Types of Kegs: Find Your Best Fit
There are many types of kegs. Let’s see which one is best for you!
Sankey Kegs: The Most Used Kegs
Most bars use Sankey kegs. They are easy to use. They keep beer fresh for a long time.
Sankey kegs come in many sizes:
- Small: 20L (about 5 gallons)
- Medium: 30L (about 8 gallons)
- Big: 50L (about 13 gallons)
Cornelius Kegs: For Small Beer Makers
Small beer makers like Cornelius kegs. They are good for making just a little beer at a time.
If you make your own beer, you might like these kegs. They are easy to clean too!
Eco-Friendly Kegs: Good for Earth
Some kegs help keep Earth clean. KeyKeg makes kegs that are good for Earth.
Did you know? Kegs that you can use again and again make 35% less bad air than cups and cans you throw away!
Custom-Branded Kegs: Show Your Name
You can put your name and pretty pictures on kegs. This helps people know your bar or beer.
Pretty kegs with your name make people remember you!
How to Pick the Best Keg Seller
Picking a good keg seller is very important. Here’s how to find the best one.
1. Look for Good Test Marks
The best keg sellers pass special tests. Look for ISO9001 marks. These marks mean the kegs are very good and safe.
Bad kegs can break or leak. Good kegs work well for many years.
A big study found that 90% of shops want kegs with ISO9001 marks. A shop in Europe had 40% less broken kegs after they got kegs with these good marks!
2. Find Kegs That Fit Your Needs
Good keg sellers have many kinds of kegs. They have:
- Many sizes (20L, 30L, 50L)
- Ways to put your name on kegs
- Different kinds of tops and taps
Make sure they have what you need!
3. Easy Shipping and Tracking
Good keg sellers make it easy to get your kegs. They help you:
- Buy many kegs at one time
- Send kegs all over the world
- Track where your kegs are
4. Help When You Need It
The best keg sellers help you even after you buy. They:
- Show you how to clean kegs
- Fix kegs that break
- Answer questions fast
5. Good Name and Trust
Many good keg sellers are in China. The keg sellers in Asia are growing fast. The number of kegs they sell grows by 6.2% each year!
One big seller in China, Ningbo Hefeng, sold 22% more kegs this year than last year. That means many people trust them!
How to Take Care of Your Kegs
Taking good care of kegs makes them last longer. Here’s how:
Clean Your Kegs the Right Way
- Take off all parts that come off
- Wash with hot, soapy water
- Rinse very well
- Let dry all the way
- Put back together
Clean kegs = fresh beer = happy customers!
Fix Small Problems Fast
Sometimes kegs have small problems. They might:
- Leak a little
- Lose air pressure
- Have parts that get loose
Fix these problems fast! Small problems can get bigger if you wait.
Tools You Need for Kegs
To use kegs well, you need:
- Keg washers
- Keg taps
- Air pressure tools
Good tools make your job easy!
Buy or Rent Kegs?
You can buy kegs or rent them. What’s best for you?
Costs to Buy Kegs
Buying kegs costs more at first. A 20L keg costs $38-$41 each. But if you buy many at once, you can save 15-20% of money!
Buying is good if you:
- Use the same kegs for many years
- Want to put your name on kegs
- Have space to keep kegs
Why Renting Might Be Good
Renting kegs costs less to start. Many beer makers in the USA rent kegs now. About 45% of them rent instead of buy!
KegStar lets you rent kegs. They have 5,000+ happy people who rent from them. Almost all (98%) rent again and again!
Renting is good if you:
- Don’t want to spend much money at first
- Don’t have space to keep kegs
- Want to try different kinds of kegs
See How Much You Save
Let’s see how much you save with good kegs:
Cost of one stainless steel keg: $40 How long it lasts: 25 years Cost per year: $1.60
Cost of one aluminum keg: $30 How long it lasts: 6 years Cost per year: $5
You save $3.40 per keg each year with stainless steel!
New Cool Things With Kegs
Kegs are getting better and better! Here are some new, cool things:
Smart Kegs That Talk to You
New smart kegs can tell you:
- Where they are
- How much beer is left
- If they need to be fixed
Bars that use smart kegs lose 30% fewer kegs and save 25% of money!
Kegs That Help Earth
New kegs help keep Earth clean. They:
- Use less metal
- Can be used again and again
- Make less trash
More Kegs in Asia
More and more kegs are being made in Asia. Places in China like Penglai Jinfu and Ningbo make many good kegs.[^4]
This means:
- More kinds of kegs to pick from
- Better prices
- New and cool keg ideas
If you sell drinks in Asia, now is a good time to buy kegs!
Keg Parts You Need
To use kegs well, you need some other things too. Our store has many bar tap handles that fit on kegs. They look nice and work well!
We also sell custom beer tap lenses for your kegs. They show what kind of beer is in each keg.
When you pour drinks, you need a clean place to work. Our rubber bar mat keeps your bar clean and dry.
Sum Up: Why Kegs Are Great
Kegs help bars and drink sellers in many ways:
- They save you money over time
- They keep drinks fresh and yummy
- They come in many sizes and types
- They can show your name and help sell your drinks
- They help keep Earth clean
To get the best kegs:
- Look for stainless steel with ISO9001 marks
- Pick the right size for your needs
- Take good care of your kegs
- Think about if buying or renting is best for you
Want to Know More?
Do you want to know more about kegs? Or do you want to buy some? We can help!
We are one of the top bar supply sellers in China. We help:
- Bars and pubs
- Wine shops
- Drink sellers
- Big and small shops
Let us help you find the perfect kegs! Call or email us today.
