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How to Buy Used Beer Kegs: What to Inspect, What to Ask, and What to Avoid
A practical inspection guide for buying used beer kegs locally. Covers what to look for on Sankey valves and Cornelius posts, what questions to ask sellers, red flags to walk away from, and how to handle lot purchases.
Beer Keg Valve & Fitting Types: Sankey D, S, G, Ball Lock, and Pin Lock Explained
A complete guide to beer keg valve and fitting types: Sankey D, S, and G couplers for commercial kegs, and ball lock vs pin lock for Cornelius kegs. Know what you need before you buy.
Keg Size Guide: Half Barrel vs Quarter vs Sixth Barrel (Sixtel)
What keg should I buy for a 100-person event? Will a sixtel keep variety high without wasting beer? Can a slim quarter actually fit in my kegerator, or am I about to fight the door? If you want consistent pours, start with fundamentals. I use proven draft best…