Exam Focus
- Jockey boxes are portable draft dispense units.
- Cold plates suit lower-volume dispensing; coils suit higher-volume dispensing.
- Beer should run through the faucet before ice is added in setup.
- Clean jockey boxes after every use.
Event draft service
A jockey box chills beer through a cold plate or coil when normal keg refrigeration is not practical, such as a one-day event or festival.
Setup and cleaning
The unit must be iced correctly for its design, pressure adjusted for flow, and cleaned after each use to prevent bacteria or mold.
Key Terms
- Jockey box
- A portable draft cooler with a cold plate or coil and faucet.