Discerning homebrewers and craft-beer enthusiasts choose home draft systems for many reasons:
- Enjoying fresh beer on demand
- Showing off an instant conversation starter
- Gaining an excuse to buy more tools
It is this final item that I want to discuss today.
Whether you buy an off-the-shelf, ready-built kegerator or build your own from junkyard salvage, eventually you’re going to have to perform some maintenance. And as with most DIY tasks, having the right tool for the job means the difference between joy and frustration, and, often, success and failure.