Can I keep my Kegerator outside?
Can I use my kegerator outside? Only outdoor kegerators should be used outside. Using an indoor kegerator outside stresses the unit’s compressor, shortens its life, and will not chill beer to its optimal temperature. Most home kegerators function best in room temperature environments (mid-70° Fahrenheit).
Can I put a Kegerator in a cabinet?
Most draft beer keg refrigerators are not designed for being built into cabinet. Without adequate space air circulation, the compressor will be unable to properly cool the inside of the refrigerator, and the compressor will likely overheat and burnout.
Is it worth having a Kegerator?
When you buy a kegerator for your home, you’re not only able to conveniently store large amounts of cold draft beer, but you can also save approximately 40-60% in costs, compared to buying the same volume of beer in cans or bottles. The savings can be even greater for some brands of beers, as well as various keg sizes.
How long will a keg last in a kegerator?
For a properly stored keg in a kegerator, how long the beer will remain fresh will depend on the style of beer. Pasteurized beers can stay fresh from three to six months. For non-pasteurized beers, you can expect the keg to stay fresh approximately two months.
Can you keep a keg outside in the winter?
Your typical beer freezes in the mid 20’s Fahrenheit, with a range of a few degrees. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t leave it outside while the outdoor temperature drops below 20°F. There are roughly 2000 ounces of beer in a keg and it takes a while to cool that amount of liquid down.
Do you need a drain for a kegerator?
Drainage Most kegerators come with a non-draining drip tray that requires you to have to empty out old beer when it fills up. You can add a drain to any drip tray with a Drain Conversion Assembly for Draft Beer Drip Trays or even a glass rinser.
How long does beer stay good in a kegerator?
Should CO2 be turned off on a kegerator?
This is a common question we get. To be on the safe side, we always recommend shutting off the CO2 when you do not have a keg hooked up. Technically speaking, the components of a kegerator will not allow CO2 passed the coupler when it is not hooked to a keg.
Which is better keezer or kegerator?
The more customization involved in building a keezer, the higher the costs will be. However, a pre-built kegerator is much easier for many to own and maintain because it requires only simple assembly and the parts included are designed to perfectly dispense your beverage.
Can I use an indoor kegerator outside?
If you’re going to use a kegerator outdoors, be sure to buy one specifically designed for outdoor use. A regular kegerator, much like a household refrigerator, is built to work best inside. That indoor kegerator could freeze up or not cool down properly depending on your outdoor temperature.