GrowlerWerks uKeg 128 CU Growler, Copper

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For a travel-friendly, strong, metal version, it remains tough to top the Hydro Flask Vacuum, known for its strength, usability, and fun color choices. We've removed the relatively popular Stanley Classic, however, over concerns about the durability of its lid. Those who love the brand might consider the Stanley Go, instead. It has a sturdy handle and is safe for the dishwasher, so it is easy to use from start to finish. If your budget is a factor, there's also the Coleman Stainless Steel. It was designed for easy handling, even in cold weather, and its attached lid should be hard to lose. Being an all-in-one system, it’s much more convenient than lugging around a separate CO2 tank and regulator

Even though stainless steel growlers do a far better job of keeping their contents cold than do glass versions, we've kept two of the latter for those who prefer the classic appeal of amber glass. These are the Amber Glass Half Gallon and the Euro 2-Liter. The Euro model has a large metal handle, while the former do not; it's also pricier, but with a more robust lid to make up for the higher cost. If you're going to take the time and effort required to make your own beer at home, you ought to keep that beer in pristine condition. That's what the luxury uKeg is all about, with the ability to maintain your homebrew's freshness and bubbliness for weeks. It also lets you precision-carbonate your beer by dropping in a standard CO2 canister and dialing up the pressure you want from 0 to 15 PSI. (You could use a nitrogen canister instead, for a putting a creamy head on a dark beer like a stout.) There's even a gauge on the outside of the opaque container that lets you know exactly how much brew is left. As the name suggests, it's kind of a keg in growler size.The uKeg transcends the conventional growler, offering not only an appealing vessel but also an integrated CO2 system, promising a hassle-free and enjoyable brewing experience. VPR cap: automatically regulates pressure to optimally carbonate beer. Choose desired carbonation level, from zero (off) up to 15 psi. I drank my Belgian IPA over the course of seven days to see how the carbonation would hold up. It was perfect! And there was even some juice to spare. The primary difference between the Growlerwerks uKeg 64 and the Growlerwerks uKeg 128 is their capacity. The uKeg 64 holds 64 ounces of beer, while the uKeg 128 holds 128 ounces. Once pressurized, the uKeg will hold bubbles for the whole time it keeps the beer fresh, thanks its keg-style tap that dispenses liquid without releasing the airtight seal. "I looooooove the GrowlerWerks uKeg," says The Spruce Eats General Manager Emma Christensen, an experienced homebrewer who's written three books on the topic. "It's easy to transport to a party or tailgating or whatever, and I also use it for carbonating things like kombucha or apple juice for DIY sparkling cider." Christensen has two uKegs of her own, both in the larger gallon size.

Size, mainly, but there's no official line marking when a growler becomes a keg. A keg is a metal container made to hold a large amount of beer. These are usually filled at the brewery and sold by distributors, mainly to bars and restaurants, but some liquor stores also sell kegs for home consumption. The huge kegs you'd find at most bars are half-barrel kegs, which hold 15.5 gallons and weigh more than 150 pounds, though there are versions with capacities down to 5 gallons or less. A growler is a more manageable size, generally at or under a gallon.

Carbonation-enabled growlers often give you control over the exact pressure of CO2, which lets you set the texture of the bubbles in the beer. A pressure of 10 to 12 PSI yields the normal level of bubbles you'd expect in a can of domestic lager, while higher pressure makes tiny, aggressive bubbles that can be more refreshing, and lower pressure makes a silkier beer. (You can also use nitrogen canisters in place of carbon dioxide to get the creamy head that's classic on a beer like Guinness.) interchangeable tap handle: handle can be changed to personalize or represent your favourite brewery Sealed in a standard screw-top growler without any special pressurization or insulation capabilities, beer will stay good for about a week. But once you open the cap and break the seal, the beer will only hold carbonation and stay at its best for about 24 hours. The basics of brewing beer, or a beer-like substance, is achieved by a grain's sugar creating a fermentation process which produces yeasts. The yeasts carbonate the substance giving beer its characteristic suds. Given the wide array of the processes, large varieties of beer existed in ancient times due to the relative ease of brewing. Kris Ketcham is the Senior Manager of Brewing and Innovation at Stone Brewing in Escondido, California.

Allison Wignall and Jason Horn are both The Spruce Eats staff writers who updated this roundup. Both have spent years writing about food, drink, and travel, and you can find their work featured in publications like Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Southern Living, Playboy, and Serious Eats. But keep in mind that most uKeg customers (beer drinkers, non-homebrewers) will use the uKeg to keep their growler beers from going flat. That’s the big problem with growlers, and this gadget solves it. Easily the most stylish, the ceramic growler screams handmade and bespoke. This duo from Orvis is earthy and eye-catching, perfect for a road trip but handsome enough for your pantry or tabletop. They’re outfitted with airtight steel toppers and come in a pair of sizes, both the standard half-gallon growler as well as the howler, or half-growler. Additionally, you can also customize your carbonation level using the beer carbonation chart provided by Growler Werks, which is a feature you won’t find in standard growlers. What’s the Difference Between the uKeg 64 and the uKeg 128?Custom is always a great way to go. Craft Master Growlers allows you to assemble your own, choosing from an array of colors, sizes, and other options. It’s plenty portable, but you may become so attached that it becomes an in-house fixture at the domestic bar. Where Does Growler Come From? This makes it a great gift for men who like beer and enjoy brewing their own. Just make sure to follow the instructions and guidelines provided by Growler Werks to ensure optimal performance. Is the uKeg a Good Gift for Someone Who Likes Beer? Keeping beer around 55 degrees is best for preserving its flavors and aromas, especially if you’re enjoying a beer with nuanced hop flavors," Ketcham says. A wine fridge could be a good option if you really want to get deep into beer tasting, or you could take your growler out of the regular fridge an hour or two before you want to drink it. Yes, it’s expensive. But you get what you pay for. If you want one but feel guilty buying it for yourself, well, that’s what Christmas and birthdays are for 😉 The larger size of the uKeg 128 may be ideal for parties or gatherings where you need more beer, but it is also heavier and takes up more space. Both versions maintain the same key features like CO2 pressurization and customizability of carbonation levels. Can You Put Homebrew Beer in the uKeg?

Not necessarily. You should definitely keep your beer growler indoors and out of the sun, but it doesn't have to be in the fridge at all times. Many beer aficionados enjoy their brews best at about 55 degrees, which is not quite fridge-cold but definitely cooler than room temperature. Growlers must have a lid to guarantee freshness. Whether a screw-on or gasket cap, the lid is designed to seal in carbonation and to protect the beer from unwanted bacteria. Candy for the beer nerd, the pressurized growler essentially takes the perfect pub pour on the road. This bad boy is copper plated and fit with an interchangeable tap handle, customizable pressure, corresponding gauge, and a sight glass to spot when you’re running low. It’s a great way to store and pour beer for long periods of time (up to two weeks) as well as a major talking point at any get-together where there’s some craft consumption. The uKeg growler by Growler Werks is a premium option compared to traditional growlers. It offers several key features that set it apart.By the early 20th century a term, “rushing the growler,” emerged to describe how children would take a growler to a bar, have it filled, and then transport it to, most often, their father’s workplace in time for lunch. Variants of this story suggest that the workers would be so hungry by the time the growlers arrived, their stomachs were “growling.” So I knew I had to review this bad boy. Thanks to GrowlerWerks for sending over the demo units. So what is the Growlerwerks uKeg exactly? This convergence of form and function potentially marks the uKeg as a game-changer in the growler landscape, positioning it as a worthy investment for both seasoned and aspiring homebrewers. Establishing a rapport rooted in shared enthusiasm for quality brewing, I aim to guide you through the salient features of the uKeg, making this review a cornerstone in your decision-making journey. Before bottled and canned beer became commonplace, the only way to bring just a few servings of beer home from your local bar or brewery was in a small reusable container called a growler. Growlers are less popular today than in the 19th century, but many craft breweries sell them to-go, and they're also popular with homebrewers. The vessels come in different shapes, and materials, with many different methods of sealing, preserving, and carbonating the contents. There's no official rule about how large a growler has to be, but half-gallon (64-ounce) and 1-gallon (128-ounce) sizes are both quite common.