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Certified Beer Server · Keeping and Serving Beer

Draft System Operation

Syllabus Path

Know standard temperature expectations, keg cooling time, and who should adjust gas pressure.

  1. I. Keeping and Serving Beer
  2. D. Draft systems
  3. 2. Draft system operation

Exam Focus

  • Standard cooler and system temperature is about 38 F / 3 C.
  • Kegs should be cold for at least 24 hours before service.
  • Gas pressure should be set or adjusted by a draft-trained professional.

Temperature and pressure

Foamy beer is often tied to temperature or balance problems. Servers should know the operating targets and avoid making pressure adjustments outside their training.

Key Terms

Draft-trained professional
A person trained to balance, maintain, and adjust draft systems.

References

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