Depending upon the geographical location of a particular pub, the beer engine may include a sparkler, which is a kind of restrictor plate that forces carbon dioxide out of solution as beer is pumped into the nonic pint. Here’s how to simulate a sparkler on a DIY beer engine based around a hand pump designed for a sink in an RV or camper.
In Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine’s online course, How to Brew & Serve Great Cask Beers, BJCP-certified judge Paul Odell walks you through everything you need to know to brew, then serve (both traditionally and through homebrew kegs) great cask beers. Sign up today!