Becks Beer 6L Keg for Perfect Draft Machine

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So, what size keg does a kegerator hold?Let’s use the chart: for example, you’re interested in a particular kegerator model (like this full-size 2-door kegerator). You notice there’s a “CDD-58” designation in the name of the model, which essentially means its capacity. Then, you look at the chart and see that a full-size 58 unit can fit each of the following combinations: Capacity-wise, mini kegs hold 1.32 gal (5 liters) of beer, which amounts to roughly 13 twelve-ounce glasses. Due to the relatively compact size (10’’ tall, 6.75’’ in diameter) and weight (13 pounds or 5.9 kg), they are highly portable and can be used with mini-kegerators. Out of these three, the 5-gallon size has proven to be the most popular variety among homebrewers and craft beer drinkers alike. The downside is that mini kegs, as a rule, cannot be refilled and have to be recycled after use. Other types of kegs that deserve an honorable mention are Cornelius (Corny) kegs popular among homebrewers and small-but-mighty sixth barrel kegs. How Many Corny Kegs Fit in a Kegerator?

Last but not least, this is an important question that we often get asked. Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer as it all depends on many factors, such as: Intended for home use, full-size kegerators can fit one half-barrel (aka “full-size”) keg. Coming in the form of a freestanding refrigerator (although undercounter models are also available), full-size kegerators usually feature a pressurized CO2 tank and a coupler to dispense beer.

How Long Does a Keg Last in a Kegerator?

However, there is a rule of thumb. If your beer is refrigerated inside a kegerator using CO2, a keg will generally last you anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks before it starts to lose its freshness. Both these types have the same capacity (7.75 gal or 29.3 liters), which gives you roughly 62 pints of beer. The difference is in the size and shape - the slim quarter keg is taller and “skinnier” than the regular quarter barrel.

Mini kegs are widely used in the retail beer trade. In fact, you might have seen one of Heineken mini kegs in your local liquor store as they are quite popular with this brand. We often receive questions from our customers who want to know keg sizes for a kegerator and the number of kegs that can fit in kegerators of different sizes. Now that we have familiarized ourselves with the basic types of kegerators, it’s time to see what size kegs fit in a kegerator. You, as a customer, get to choose the variety that fits your kegerator better and, therefore, save up some space while getting the same amount of beer in the end. Mini keg Since there’s no such thing as a corny keg kegerator, you will have to consider standard-sized models to see how many corny kegs fit in a kegerator. For reference, you can use the sixth barrel keg since it’s almost identical in size to the Corny keg (although the former is ¼ inch wider and ⅜ inch taller).One half-barrel keg holds about 15.5 gallons (58.67 liters), which amounts to 165 twelve-ounce glasses of beer. If you’ve got a full-size kegerator, it should hold one standard half-barrel keg. The difference between them mainly comes from the size and the purpose they are built for. Let’s go over these types to see what their features are and how many kegs they can fit. If stored at the recommended temperatures, pasteurized beer should last from 3 to 6 months. As for the unpasteurized beer, it will last you 2 months or less. You May Be Also Interested In For example, a Cornelius keg kegerator with a designated 23 unit number will allow you to fit up to 4 corny kegs (see the chart above).