Exhibition Highlights The German Equipment and Technology Expo is a globally renowned event for the liquid food industry. With its grand scale and hundreds of exhibitors, the expo showcases cutting-edge advancements across the sector, setting the direction for the industry. As a leading player in China’s liquid food packaging and distribution field, Talos has participated in this prestigious expo for several consecutive years. Strategically, the event serves as a "booster" for its internationalization efforts, enabling it to transcend borders, enhance global recognition, integrate into the global supply chain, and attract high-quality resources. It is also a "watchtower" for industry trends, allowing Tarros to capture the latest innovations and refine its R&D focus. Moreover, the expo acts as a "catalyst" for internal synergy, fostering unity across teams and driving the company towards efficient operation. Highlight Products Steal the Spotlight The E-TAP is a true "fusion of technology and art." Its design combines sleek, robust lines with refined textures, exuding industrial charm through its metallic finish. Equipped with an intelligent touch control system, users can effortlessly adjust liquid flow with a simple tap, ensuring precision and convenience. Widely used in bars and restaurants, it enables efficient dispensing while preventing drips, revolutionizing beverage distribution with cutting-edge technology and enhancing the customer experience. The Brewjet serves as both a "guardian" and "releaser" of flavor. Crafted from premium, food-grade materials, it upholds stringent safety standards while preserving the authentic taste of beverages. Its innovative internal structure expertly balances gas and liquid, delivering a burst of rich, foamy beer with each pour. The fusion of refreshing effervescence and deep flavor offers a delightful experience for the palate. Compact and portable, it adapts seamlessly to home gatherings and outdoor events, broadening the enjoyment of craft beer in various settings. The refrigeration equipment lineup spans multiple specifications. The desktop dual-cooling unit, for instance, is "small yet mighty," employing advanced temperature control and cutting-edge cooling technology to bring beverages to their optimal temperature swiftly, unlocking their full flavor potential. Meanwhile, the large-scale commercial refrigeration units boast substantial capacity, meeting the demands of bulk storage and preservation while ensuring precise temperature control for liquid food products. Talos' participation in international exhibitions is backed by its robust production capabilities and a dedicated R&D team that has developed numerous patented technologies. Spanning fields from liquid soft drink packaging to refrigeration, Tarros employs digitalized lean production management to ensure zero-defect, high-quality output, reinforcing its position as an industry leader. Achievements and Outlook During the expo, the Talos booth was bustling with activity. Longtime clients shared their positive experiences and discussed upgrading their needs, while new customers were captivated by the innovative products. Many international restaurant chains, breweries, and other enterprises extended olive branches, scheduling visits to explore collaboration opportunities. Looking ahead, Talos will use this exhibition as a springboard, adhering to its commitment to innovation and quality. The company plans to increase investment in R&D, delve deeper into market needs, and enhance and expand its product lines. By strengthening international partnerships, Talos aspires to become a global “one-stop” solution provider for liquid food packaging and distribution. With these efforts, the brand aims to shine on the world stage and continue its journey of excellence.

The Japan Beverage Expo is a premier global event for the beverage industry, attracting professionals from around the world. It serves as a vital platform for showcasing cutting-edge products, technologies, and ideas, holding significant influence within the industry.、 Since its establishment in 1997, Talos Technology has demonstrated exceptional strength in the field of soft drink dispensing systems. At this year’s Japan Beverage Expo, Talos shone brilliantly. The Brewjet garnered significant attention with its unique design and exceptional performance, excelling at preserving the freshness and taste of beer. Its innovative structure enables more convenient and efficient beer dispensing, making it a favorite in both bars and large event venues. The E-TAP boasts impressive features and significant advantages. It offers the convenience of one-touch automatic dispensing and precise control over dispensing time. Whether during busy bar operations or casual gatherings, it can deliver the exact amount of liquor needed to meet users' specific demands with accuracy and ease. The PIDAN stands out with its lightweight and compact design, intelligent temperature control, and versatility for both home and commercial use. It supports personalized brand customization, bringing new vitality to hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and other settings. Paired with a 3L TALOS KEG, its small capacity ensures easy transport, opening new channels for premium beverages such as craft beer, wine, juice, and tea drinks. Talos' products garnered strong interest and high praise from domestic and international clients at the Japan Beverage Expo. Customers from various countries and regions lingered at Talos' booth, showing great enthusiasm for its innovative offerings. Some were highly impressed by the portability and freshness-preserving capabilities of the Brewjet, considering it the perfect solution for outdoor gatherings. Others lauded the efficiency and reliability of the cooling equipment, deeming it the ideal safeguard for craft beer storage. At this exhibition, Talos showcased its exceptional capabilities to global partners, marking a new chapter in the field of liquid food dispensing. Looking ahead, Talos remains committed to the principles of innovation, quality, and service. The company will continue to drive the draft beer packaging industry toward greater sustainability, intelligence, and personalization, crafting a brilliant future and creating even greater value for customers worldwide.

As the curtain slowly fell on the CBB2024 exhibition, Talos wrapped up this vibrant industry event with abundant achievements and accolades. At this exhibition, we not only showcased our technological capabilities but also joined our global partners in witnessing a new chapter in the field of liquid food dispensing. At this exhibition, our booth was designed with simplicity and brightness, featuring clear traffic flow to allow attendees to quickly grasp Talos’ technological strengths and product innovations. This carefully planned layout not only enhanced the visitor experience but also showcased Talos’ international perspective and professional expertise. On the CBB2024 stage, our four major solutions were met with universal acclaim from customers and attendees for their flexible ecosystem applications and innovative designs. These systems are not only the culmination of technology but also a direct response to market needs. Talos Technology consistently takes market demand as the guiding force for innovation, focusing on maximizing value for our customers. Our technological advancements go beyond theoretical exploration—they actively pave new paths for commercial and market development. As CBB2024 concludes successfully, Talos extends heartfelt thanks to every attendee for their support and recognition. We look forward to embarking on new chapters of collaboration with our global partners to create a brilliant future in the field of liquid food dispensing.

Amid the craft beer wave sweeping across Asia, Talos Technology Co., Ltd. will showcase a wide array of innovative products at the 2024 Craft Beer Expo. At this expo, Talos’ Brewjet drew significant attention with its advanced design and exceptional preservation performance. The cooling equipment operated efficiently and steadily, providing the ideal storage environment for craft beer. The unique shape and premium materials of the Brewjet became a major highlight of the event. Meanwhile, the newly launched sparkling water dispenser and TOPPER also garnered widespread interest, showcasing Talos’ spirit of continuous innovation. The expo was bustling with activity, with numerous domestic and international customers stopping by and lingering at Talos' booth. The staff warmly introduced the features and advantages of each product. Customers showed great interest in the offerings, engaging in discussions with the team. Some praised the TOPPER for its portability and durability, while others highly appreciated the sparkling water dispenser for its easy operation and variety of flavors. The innovative design of the TOPPER was also met with great recognition from customers, who felt it brought new solutions to the industry. Talos received widespread praise and recognition from many customers at the expo. An Australian customer remarked, "Talos' products never fail to surprise, both in terms of quality and innovation. The new products I saw this time give me even more confidence in our future collaboration." Another customer from Southeast Asia shared, "Talos Technology’s cooling equipment and space kegs have always been our top choice, and the new sparkling water dispenser and TOPPER further showcase the company’s strong research and development capabilities. In the future, Talos will continue to uphold its principles of innovation, quality, and service, consistently introducing more high-quality products to create a perfect end-distribution experience for customers worldwide.

The annual Brazil exhibition has kicked off again. Talos is like a shining star, carrying a series of innovative products such as BrewJet, Talos keg, refrigeration equipment and beer tower,showing the unique charm of China’s craft brewing technology to the world. Talos's participation in this exhibition is not only to showcase products, but also to convey a concept: to use technology as a guide to promote innovation and development of the craft brewing industry. In this era of rapid change, we are well aware of the importance of innovation and continue to develop new technologies and products to meet the increasingly diverse needs of consumers and promote the progress of the entire industry. At the exhibition, BrewJet and Talos keg became the focus of attention. These products not only have a stylish and elegant appearance, but also have excellent fresh-keeping and sealing properties. They ensure that beer retains its best taste over a long period of time, giving consumers the ultimate drinking experience. This innovative design not only improves the quality of the product, but also injects new vitality into the development of the craft beer industry. Refrigeration equipment and beer tower also demonstrate Talos' innovative capabilities. Advanced refrigeration technology ensures the taste of beer, while exquisite beer tower enhance the style of bars and restaurants. The launch of these products not only enriches the craft beer market, but also improves the service level of the industry. “Talos products are amazing!” enthused a visitor from Brazil, “I can’t wait to install them in my bar!” Another visitor said: “These products Not only does it perform great, but the design is also very user-friendly, which only deepens my love for craft beer!” Talos' outstanding performance at the Brazilian exhibition not only demonstrated the excellent performance and unique design of its products, but also reflected the company's persistent pursuit of quality and continuous exploration of innovation. I believe that in the future, Talos will continue to bring more high-quality products and services to craft beer lovers around the world!

At the crowded CBC America International Craft Beer Technology Exhibition, Talos made a dazzling debut with its new product, the BrewJet , attracting the attention of countless visitors. This exhibition not only showcased Talos's technical strength but also conveyed its innovative pursuit in the field of craft beer packaging through the release of its new BrewJet to the world. As a new product from Talos, BrewJet stole the spotlight at the exhibition with its unique design and outstanding performance. BrewJet employs advanced material technology to ensure the freshness and taste of beer. Additionally, its high-efficiency sealing performance guarantees that beer can maintain its optimal condition for extended periods. Visitors gathered around to admire BrewJet's excellent performance, expressing their praise without reservation. As the exhibition progressed, the crowd in front of Talos's booth continued to swell. Visitors carefully inquired about product details and engaged in deep discussions with company representatives. Talos's professional team provided thorough explanations and introductions to every visitor with enthusiasm and expertise, earning unanimous praise from all. Talos's leading position in the field of craft beer technology and packaging is not only evident in its products but also in its continuous spirit of innovation. In addition to BrewJet, the company showcased a range of other innovative products, all of which integrate advanced technology and design concepts, bringing new possibilities to the craft beer industry Participating in this exhibition has strengthened Talos's determination to continue driving innovation in craft beer technology. The company will increase its research and development investment, expand into international markets, and contribute more to the prosperity of the global craft beer industry. At the same time, Talos will continue to focus on enhancing product quality and service levels to meet consumer demands and gain market recognition. At the CBC America International Craft Beer Technology Exhibition, Talos garnered widespread acclaim and attention with its outstanding technical strength and innovative products. We believe that, through the collaborative efforts of exemplary companies like Talos, the craft beer technology industry will usher in an even brighter future.

BrewJet is not only a packaging container, but also an innovative dispense system for draft beer. It can be widely used in any beer and has the characteristics of large capacity, light weight, easy to carry and use. It can provide a free and casual experience for special consumption scene, such as parties, outdoors, barbecue, etc. BrewJet is made of PET, simple to use and easy to carry, it is about 40% lighter than a metal keg of the same capacity. It comes with a tap assembly, the nozzle can be freely retracted to ensure hygiene and safety. No need to be connected with any extra components to pour, simple operation to experience the fun of self-service pouring. In terms of technology research and development, in addition to making the product simple and easy to use, product performance and safety are the most important considerations. Keg body is made of high-barrier and explosion-proof materials to ensure the quality of the beer and the safety during transportation and use. The constant pressure device in the keg is a revolutionary technological innovation of BrewJet. It can automatically release CO2 to supplement the pressure during the pouring, and maintain a constant pressure to ensure the beer flow and reduce foam, to ensure the beer quality. BrewJet is suitable for bars & restaurants, outdoors, home party and office. With its elegant appearance design, novel function & structure, and simple operation, BrewJet brings consumers a new way of drinking beer and a unique drinking experience.

From November 28th to November 30th, one of the most influential international beverage industry exhibitions - BrauBeviale - concluded successfully at the Nuremberg Exhibition Center in Germany! The exhibition gathered upstream and downstream enterprises in the beverage industry, including beverage raw materials, processing, packaging, and beer equipment. Nearly 1000 exhibitors from 42 countries exhibited together in 9 exhibition halls, showcasing the latest and most cutting-edge high-quality products and technological solutions to global audiences. With the development of an open trend, this exhibition is unprecedented in terms of scale, audience quality, industry links, brand effects, and other aspects. As a frequent Chinese visitor to the BrauBeviale event, Talos stands in front of the lively and bustling event. In addition to attracting new and old customers from the soft drink industry around the world, Talos also welcomes several special guests to observe - the 5-time champions of the Master Cup. Looking back at the exhibition, the bustling and bustling scene seemed to be in front of us. Over a period of 3 days, from the official launch to the successful conclusion, we attracted many curious and attentive gazes, gained widespread recognition from new and old friends, and expressed our willingness to visit the company and further exchange ideas. In the future, Talos will continue to break through limitations, unite and deeply cultivate the field of draft dispensing, bringing infinite possibilities to the booming industry. Looking forward to seeing you again next time!

The 2023 Muse Design Awards winners have been announced. The Talos PiDan (Smart dispenser for 3L Talos keg) has won the Silver Award in the 2023 Muse Design Awards, standing out among thousands of international entries with its innovative concept and groundbreaking design. The MUSE Design Awards (abbreviated as Muse) is often referred to as the "Oscars of the Design World" and is one of the most influential international awards in the creative design field. The MUSE Design Awards are organized by the International Awards Associates (IAA) in the United States and are known for their strict evaluation process and high-quality judging criteria. It is a specialized international design competition for creative professionals and companies from various design fields. The judging criteria include aspects such as academic, community impact, creativity, innovation, education, inclusivity, and more. As the global beverage market continues to expand, the draft beer market has rapidly risen in recent years, becoming a thriving and dynamic industry. Talos with its sights set on international standards, has made "Make quality products made in China" as its strategic cornerstone. With a consistent commitment to excellence, top-notch quality, and honest service, it has gained recognition in the international market. This has allowed Chinese brands to reach more than 90 countries and regions worldwide, creating higher market value for over 3,600 clients. The PiDan dispenser features a unique design that integrates large-scale beer equipment into a compact unit, perfectly compatible with 3L Talos keg. This innovation allows people to enjoy authentic draft beer from around the world with various brands and flavors anytime, anywhere. In addition, Talos has also developed several new solutions, including the 10L desktop dual-cooling dispenser, T-Capsule dispenser and more, aiming to fundamentally transform the market, continually add value to the market, and empower the industry's development. The receipt of the MUSE Design Awards in this instance further validates Talos's strength and potential in the field of beer dispense equipment. In the future, Talos will continue to refine its approach, creating new demands with new products and revolutionizing the market with new technologies!

Held each year in the fall, the NBWA Annual Convention 2023 was held at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from October 8th to 11th, 2023. The exhibition, organized by the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), has been a beacon for the development of the beer industry in the United States since its inception in 1983. It provides industry leaders with insights into the next popular beers and services to help their companies grow, serving as a one-stop support. This exhibition attracted more than 2,600 beer distributors and industry professionals from across the United States. At this grand event, American Talos showcased a range of flagship products, demonstrating to customers a series of more intelligent, integrated, and convenient beer dispensing system solutions. The desktop dual-cooling dispenser, 10L dispenser, 3L Pidan dispenser, and Mini Draught Dispenser are innovative counter beer dispensing devices that strongly support the development of the keg beer industry. They attracted numerous customers to stop by, observe, and engage in in-depth discussions. The TALOS Dual-cooling systems Kegerator integrates cooling, preservation, and rapid cooling functions. It was also one of the most popular products at this event. The innovative dual system, utilizing both air cooling and water cooling, improved the refrigeration performance by nearly 40% compared to other single systems. This enables it to effortlessly meet the diverse usage needs in various settings. With its rapid cooling feature, serving beer straight from the tap, it brings a completely different user experience to the American market. As a global liquid packaging and dispensing comprehensive product service provider, TALOS delves into the market to understand its intricacies and different market demands. In response to the draft beer dispensing sector in the United States, TALOS has produced and developed products with local characteristics, including the glycol Power Pack unit, American-style-designed beer towers, beer taps, and beer kegerators. This effort ensures a one-stop, full-range product service and technical support to cater to different requirements. The successful conclusion of NBWA2023 marks a milestone, and American Talos will continue to provide timely, professional, and comprehensive services to bring convenience to each customer. The TALOS team fancy meeting you at the office in Los Angeles!

Talos is excited to announce its participation in the 86th Annual NBWA (National Beer Wholesalers Association) Conference & Trade Show, taking place at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, USA, on October 9-10, 2023. You can find us at Booth #525. NBWA is the premier event for leaders in the U.S. beer industry to explore the latest beverages and services that can drive their businesses forward. This year's event promises to be exceptional, with over 100 breweries and suppliers, as well as 1,800+ industry leaders in attendance. There will also be 20 educational seminars to enhance industry knowledge. Talos, a newly technology-driven company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, sales, and service of Draft beer dispensing systems, will showcase its flagship products, including the upgraded dual-cycle Kegerators, Keg couplers, Beer Taps, and Beer towers. Meanwhile, we will introduce groundbreaking innovations for the first time. With warehouses and offices in Los Angeles, Talos is well-equipped to respond quickly to customer needs, ensuring timely and effective service. Visit Talos at Booth #525 during NBWA 2023, and we look forward to engaging in meaningful discussions with you!

Standard Faucets: The typical beer faucet you would find on your personal kegerator and is the most common faucet on the market. The Standard Faucet is designed to provide hassle free easy-changeability for an easy swap. The faucet itself is designed for a variety of beers including, but not limited to American Ales & lagers.   European Faucets: Have the same functionality as your Standard faucet, but differ aesthetically and for good reason. From a visual comparison you can see that the European faucet has a skinnier spout or nose. This reduces the overall amount of foam in each pour. Note: European beer faucets usually have different threads or shorter shanks than your usual standard US Style beer faucet. You may need to purchase a new tower or shank to make this specific faucet work. Stout/Nitrogen Faucets: As the name indicates this faucet is designed to work with nitrogen-based draft systems. These are used to dispense nitro beers, stouts and can also be used for cold brew coffee or CBC for short. This faucet is designed for a slow pour so the intentional small faucet isn’t just for aesthetics, but also functionality. A slower pour provides the perfect foam head and creates an aroma to enrich your experience. Note: For clarification even though you can use this faucet with Stout or Cold Brew Coffee (CBC) it is recommended that you use the correct nitrogen for your product. Typically 100% nitrogen for your Cold Brew Coffee (CBC) and beer gas (25% C02 / 75% Nitrogen) for your stouts.

    The Fundamentals of Regulators The right pressure is the most critical factor when it comes to dispensing beer. Insufficient pressure will leave you and your customers frustrated to say the least. Finding the perfect Nitrogen or CO2 regulator is one of the hardest things to get right with regards to dispensing draft beer. Fortunately, regulators do a great job of totaling handling this rather complex task.   What Are Regulators? To begin with, you need to understand what too much or too little pressure causes. For the former, you will have a large foam of beer gushing from your faucet, and the latter results in a dull trickle of unappetizing beer. A regulator is a device that links your air tube to your gas cylinder. The regulator is one of the most essential parts of a kegerator because it controls the flow of both Nitrogen and CO2 gas from the cylinder to the beer line. If your faucet is gushing with too much foamy beer, then you need to adjust the pressure. The regulator is essentially what makes it possible for you to adjust the pressure.   Making Correct Adjustments The regulator is fitted with an adjustment screw at the top. This screw controls the partial closing and opening of a valve. To open the valve, turn the screw anti-clockwise and to open the valve turn the screw clockwise.   Basic Primary Regulator The basic primary regulator aids in the control of either nitrogen or CO2 gas and is fitted with at least one gauge. The gauge measures the Output Pressure of the gas being dispensed. This regulator is mounted directly on the gas tank, and they are equipped with both a safety release and shut off valves. Note that Nitrogen and CO2 regulators cannot be used in place of each other. If you are going to be dispensing a separate keg that needs nitrogen, you will need a different regulator.   Secondary Regulator Secondary regulators are mainly used if beer is being dispensed to multiple kegs at varying pressure. This regulator is usually fitted after the primary regulator and is not mounted on the gas tank. Secondary regulators will also have anywhere from 1 to 4 adjustment screws that can permit up to 4 different dispensation points from a single tank. Similar to the primary regulator, they also feature different gauges to regulate different dispensation points.   Air Line Distributors Airline distributors are basically secondary regulators that lack the ability to regulate pressure for each different dispensation point. Therefore, the output pressure of an airline distributor is constant at all dispensation point.

In 1919, the US Constitution endorsed the 18th Amendment, which induced the prohibition period. Across the whole United States of America, manufacturing, transporting, and selling the alcohol was proscribed. Of course, the home brewing was banned as well. Moreover, many protests were seen where they were holding posters of disapproval. Then in 1933, the 21st Amendment was endorsed which annulled the alcohol prohibition. This gave the manufacturers permission to produce and sell the beer. However, the homebrewing was still not allowed even after legislation included the permission for homebrewing. After 55 years of legislation and prohibitions, the homebrewing was brought in the journey of legislation. Federal Legalizations In 1978, on 14th October, the HR1337 bill was signed and passed by President Jimmy Carter, which allowed the homebrewing of the United States of America. In this document, excise taxes or public transportation and trucks were imposed. In addition, Senator Alan Cranston and William Steiger called in the homebrewing treatment under Amendment No, 5354. In HR1336, homemakers were allowed to brew 100 gallons (379 L) per person per year or 200 gallons (757 L) per household, which was endorsed on 1st February 1979. It is said that President Carter is the hero for homebrewers, but Cranston and Steiger are the ones we need to hail as they were the ones who legalized the homebrewing. According to the experts, this is here the homebrewing started from. Fair Usage & State Legalization Long ago, the alcohol manufacturing was the sole decision of the countries, and the lack of standardized rules was an intriguing factor. The endorsement of these rules at the federal level was surely a game-changer of the homebrewing industry, but again the individual states had to put in efforts for the legalization. The American Homebrewer Association was launched with an aim to help the states in getting the legal activities done. There were some states that enhanced the speed of legalization and improved the endorsement of the policies, but some states developed their own policies. In 2013, Mississippi and Alabama legalized the homebrewing along with the other 48 states.  This signifies the early adoption of the homebrewing legislations. After all these legislations and the legalization of homebrewing in over 50 states around the world, homebrewing is still a matter of subjectivity. There is a multitude of laws that allow the homebrewing, but transporting and sharing has been made illegal. It is easy to say that these limitations in the legislations are confusing at an exponential scale. However, on the brighter side, we can see that the homebrewing has come a long way. Remember the time when the homebrewing was outlawed entirely in 1919, yeah, so stay hopeful and enjoy hat has been allowed!

Beer, mouthwatering pretzels and live music, you can enjoy all this and much more at the annual Oktoberfest. It’s the largest beer festival that attracts visitors from all over the world. For a total of 18 days, you will find everyone from teenagers to old-timers doing one common thing, drinking 7 million liters of beer. For the first-timers, we’ve covered some of the things you might be interested in learning about the Oktoberfest.  First of all, let’s give you the history of the festival, Not many of you know that the original Oktoberfest was started in the year 1810. It was held to celebrate the wedding of Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. All of Munich’s elite was invited to join in on the celebrations that continued for 5 days. The festivities were such a hit that they decided to have it yearly and also prolonging it all the way to September adjoining the harvest time.   What happens during the festival? Thereinweise (named after the princess) being the largest beer festival, hosts more than 6 million people including Bavarians and wayfarers. The 18-day celebration starts mid-September every year and finishes by the first week of October. The opening ceremony takes place at noon in the Schottenhamel tent where the mayor announces “O’zapft” while opening the first beer barrel.   Oktoberfest 2019 This year the celebrations will commence on September 21st and end on Sunday the 6th of October. For the weekdays, the tents remain open from 10 am to 12.30 pm, while on the weekends they open an hour early and close by midnight. The Käfers Wiesnschänke’ – the log cabin and ‘Weinzelt’ – the wine tent, are open till 1 am. Where is the Oktoberfest being held? The fest will be held in Munich. When you arrive at the Franz Josef Strauss Airport, you’ll need to go to the Theresienweise grounds located about 41.8 km away from the airport.   What to expect and the best time to visit You can expect plenty of locals and tourists enjoying their beer, delicious cuisines and singing at the Oktoberfest. If you’re a foodie as well as a beer lover, you should not miss out on the delectable treats being served at the festival. The savory items that are a must-try include; roast chicken, pork knuckle, sausages, and pretzels. If you have a sweet tooth, you must try the sugar roasted almonds and the beef flavored ice-cream. It gets a bit too crowded on the weekdays, so if you’re someone who prefers small crowds, visit on weekdays. The last week of celebrations attracts massive crowds so you can either choose to visit at the beginning or the end if you don’t mind crowds. Also, if you think Germany is too far away and expensive to visit, join an Oktoberfest near you. Be a part of the Oktoberfests happening all around the world. Enjoy any of these events, have a beer like you would at the original fest.   How to get Beer tent reservations? Entry is free at the festival but reserved tables costs money, especially if you plan on bringing a large crowd. It is better to have reservations. There are a total of 14 beer tents that range in size, 6 of them are large ones that can house up to 12000 beer lovers. The most popular ones are “The Hofbräu Tent” (a high energy tent and internationally well-known), “Schottenhamel” (the largest and oldest one), “Hacker Pschorr” (hold a mix of locals and visitors) and “Augustiner” (most suitable for big families). Each of the 14 tents has different procedures for booking, reservation and their sale dates vary as well. The bookings open by February/March through the online reservation system. If by some reason you weren’t able to book online, try to join the last-minute attendees and booking your tables then. Also to note, bigger tents have long waiting lines. It might help to befriend someone who can make you enter with them. If you can’t choose a tent, try visiting a few and then go for the one you liked the most.   What to do at the beer festival You can dress up in traditional costumes, dirndl (pronounced DEERN-dul), dresses for women and lederhosen (Pronounced LAY-der-hozen) and shorts for men. If you’re visiting just for the beer, go ahead and help the Bavarians finish their 6 million liters of beer. Try to not get drunk, you can try some of the heavenly Bavarian food being sold by the food stalls placed around the beer tents. Inside the tent, let yourself loose, make acquaintances, join in on the local german songs and dance in groups if you like. Beer isn’t the only alcohol being served at the fest, there are some wines and champagnes that you can try out. There are some quite petrifying roller coaster rides for those of you who get bored with beer and food and want some excitement. You can also play games like sausage sculpting contest, stein race, and giant chess after you’ve enjoyed the beer, music, and food.    

National IPA day - The Difference between IPA’ and Pale Ale  There are no two more prominent styles of beers that beer geeks and brewers – both home and professional – obsess over more than Pale Ale and India Pale Ale – better known as IPA – but what’s the actual difference between these two hoppy beers, and how did both become so popular in the craft community? The answer to both questions lies in some truth, with a bit of legend and myth thrown in, as well as a lot of good old fashioned American pride. The first time the term Pale Ale was used in regards to describing a style of beer goes way back to 1703 when a batch of beers that were being made in England utilized malt that happened to be roasted with coke. (The coke we’re referring to here is a fuel derived from coal that has very little impurities and very high carbon content, so it doesn’t create much smoke, creating a dry heat rather than a smoky heat.) The resulting roasted malt was lighter because of the lack of smoke and it wound up creating beers that were lighter in color than others on the market at the time, resulting in the name Pale Ale, since the ale in the glass was visibly lighter when placed next to the other beers at the bar. In addition to the lighter color, because the resulting malt had a milder flavor, the hops were able to shine through more prominently, thus Pale Ales came to be associated not only with their pale color, but their mild hop flavor as well. Pale Ales became quite popular in Britain, where customers would often also refer to them as Bitters, due to the hop profile, and they remained the only hoppy beers on the market for a little over 100 years. That is until 1829 when we have the first record of the name IPA being used as a descriptor for a hoppy beer specifically prepared for India that appeared in an ad in the Sydney Gazette And New South Wales Advertiser. This is where much of the legend and myth surrounding the birth of the IPA really takes place. As legend has it, prior to that ad appearing in the newspaper for this new style of beer, Brits who had ventured to their new Indian colony were becoming homesick for the beers from back home and so they began to request that their favorite Pale Ales be shipped halfway across the world to India. Fearing the beers would not make the journey and would ultimately arrive sour and flat, it’s said brewers fortified them with a much stronger backbone of hops and alcohol, protecting them on their six-month journey across the sea. When they arrived, the beers not only survived the journey, but many preferred their hoppier flavor. And thus, the IPA was born. The reason this tale may only be a legend is that at the same time period, stouts and porters were also shipped to both India and America from England, and neither of these styles had their hops increased, yet both survived the journey just fine. This has caused some people to call into question whether this tale is simply a nice way to easily explain how beers called IPAs wound up with stronger hop characteristics than their Pale Ale siblings. However IPAs came to be, they really took off during America’s current craft beer boom. Starting around 1980, Sierra Nevada began experimenting with the classic Pale Ale style using American hops, which were brighter, fruitier and more resinous than their English counterparts. They released their Sierra Nevada Pale Ale in 1981 and the style took off. The result was an American Pale Ale that was hoppy and distinctly American, due to its inclusion of the American hops – Cascade being the most prevalent. When brewers naturally sought to make a beer, even more, hoppier than the Pale Ale, of course, they referred to it as an IPA. So all an IPA technically is, is a more assertively hopped and stronger version of a Pale Ale, yet what that actually means differs depending on the brewer making both beverages. While a Pale Ale is the milder version of a brewer’s IPA, the lines definitely blur and you can have a Pale Ale by one brewer than seems just as hoppy as the IPA of another; it all depends on what that brewer’s definition of the two terms since there are no formal rules. To make things a bit more confusing, American styles of IPAs also traditionally differ depending on which coast of the United States your beer happened to have been brewed on. West Coast IPAs, which are typically the IPAs most people seem to prefer, are known for their much more intense hop characteristics – paying homage to the plethora of fresh hops available to brewers in the Pacific Northwest. IPAs made on the East Coast, on the other hand, traditionally use a stronger malt presence to bring more balance to the hop intensity.

What you need to dispense from a keg or dispenser! Any beer dispenser or kegerator is powered by a set of draft beer equipment parts that must work in conjunction for a successful cascade of scrumptious beer.  Keep on reading to learn more about it! Draft Beer Faucet.  The draft beer faucet is the tap that your beer is distributed from. They range at different quality levels and with diverse features. Before purchasing one, you should be aware of its performance potential. If you are trying to administer Guinness or other nitrogen-distributed stouts you will need an exclusively European faucet.              All of them sold at KegWorks have standardized North American attachment male threads for connection to standard shanks (1-⅛-18 UNES-2A).              Nevertheless, always remember that any of which draft beer faucet you choose, it ought to be regularly dismantled and cleaned thoroughly for optimal performance. Shank.   This part provides the connection of the beer line to the faucet. It is a chrome-plated brass tube with external threading. It goes through the hole in a draft tower where the faucet screws onto the front end and the beer line attaches to the back end with a hose barb.  A usual North American shank is a ⅞-inch x 14 straight pipe thread which works with every North American faucet. (Exclusive of North America you will need a specialty shank.) Beer Line Beer line is a dense 3/16-inch inner diameter, food-grade plastic tubing that connects the keg coupler to the back of the shank, where the beer runs. Beer line is purchased by the foot or you can opt for a pre-made jumper that comes complete with the hex nut connectors.  Regulator  It permits appropriate pressure of the CO2 needed to dispense the beer. We recommend using a double gauge regulator, for the most efficient dispensing. We also offer secondary regulators that work in accordance with a primary regulator, letting you dispense several beers at variable pressures, as long as it is commanded by the primary regulator. CO2 Tank Our sales include both 5 and 10-pound aluminum CO2 tanks and nitrogen tanks (for Guinness allocation). Our tanks are shipped vacant, but you can get them filled at any local welding supply store, fire extinguisher supply store, or gas dealer with ease and convenience. Each tank is thoroughly inspected and possess all the correct US DOT and Transport Canada credentials. Please note that CO2 tanks and Nitrogen tanks are almost exactly the same. They are both made of aluminum but have varying valves.  Draft Beer Tower This makes it easy to dispense chilled, delicious beer from the top of your kegerator or right from your countertop. Available in a range of styles, accommodating numerous draft beer faucets. All of our fully consolidated tower kits comprise of the faucet head(s) and around three feet of the beer line. You’ll need to gather mounting screws and tap handles.

Ways to distribute Draught Guinness      Over the years, we have had many people asking for the proper way to serve Guinness, and as a result of that, we have decided to enlighten people with this short article. In the USA, there are mostly three types of Guinness from Ireland; one is bottled, bitter and has a very high alcohol level, the other is the type drawn from a keg, mostly found in restaurants and bars all over the country. Some of the reasons this type of Guinness is being sought after is that its alcohol level is low, and it is also low in calories. The tight and creamy surface of the foam it produces when poured distinguishes it from the others. Guinness is also distributed in 14.9oz canisters found in stores. This version is as close as it gets to the draught version as the canister was designed to have a little nitrogen rush at the bottom released on opening the can.   For this article, however, our primary focus is on the second type- the type drawn from a keg. There is a pronounced difference between this kind of Guinness and the others. Some of the differences are   1. Unlike the other kind of beers where CO2 is used to propel the beer through the lines, the Draught Guinness beer uses a nitrogen and CO2 combination. This combination is a mixture of 25% CO2 and 75% nitrogen. The regulator on the gauge of the tank is also set at 35 psi ± 3 psi. The function of the nitrogen gas in the combination is to give it that tight and creamy foam surface that distinguishes it from the rest.   To achieve the desired results, The Guinness Import Company makes sure that the air tanks used by the gas traders contain the right proportion of mixed gas as some traders either usually fill a CO2 or nitrogen receptacle with the Nitrogen and CO2 combination. In situations like this, a CO-Nitrogen Adapter can be used to regulate the amount of nitrogen gas or CO2 gas in the tank.   2. The Keg Coupler. The coupler is the component that is connected to the keg and allows extraction of the beer to take place.   3. The Stout Faucet. The last noticeable difference between the Draught Guinness and the other beers is the faucet used. It differs from the common ones and sometimes referred to as the European Specialty Faucet.  The handle of this faucet is different from the rest, and it has to be pulled forward first and then down before the beer comes out from the keg. It also has a restrictor disc from which the draught beer is made to pass through. The restrictor disc gives its tight and creamy foam head. With this faucet, there is no spillage or wastage while dispensing the beer.

  It is important to know the ins and outs to the keg coupler in order for it to be maintained: the assembly, the disassembly, regular cleaning and how to solve common problems. Here are some things you should probably know:   What is a keg coupler? A keg coupler is a vital part of the beer draft system as it connects the airline (CO2 or Nitrogen tank to ensure a stable flow, using compressed air to put the liquid into the vessel.) If the keg coupler is not attached stably it will not pour the liquid into the vessel.     Assembly and Disassembly of a Keg Coupler To maintain its quality – it has to be cleaned regularly, meaning to frequently attach and dismantle the utensil.   Here is a look at a completely dismantled keg coupler (aka Economy D Coupler):         Here is another look, but at a premium stainless steel version too, better for your keg coupler:         The parts are as indicated: Check Ball Check Ball Retainer Keg Tap and Tap Lever Handle Probe Seal Body Seal Check valve Tail Piece for 5/16″ Vinyl Hose Hex Nut for Beer Line – ⅜” Bore Stainless Steel Tail Piece for 5/16” Vinyl Hose     NOTE: (IF YOUR KEG COUPLER IS LEAKING, ALWAYS HAVE BEER LINE RUBBER WASHERS)   How to clean a keg coupler?   It is a good idea to clean your keg coupler every 2 or 3 weeks, or every half keg.   Draw out all parts from the coupler and dismantle it. Make a solution of roughly 1/2 oz to 1 oz of cleaning solution for every quart of water. Follow the instructions on the bottle of cleaning solution for precise amounts. Position all keg coupler parts in the solution, and brush them spotless. Wash them with clean water, then towel dry ahead of use.   Never forget to clean your beer lines as well!         Use the same combination of water/cleaning solution. Render your CO2 or Nitrogen, along with your regulator, completely off. Remove your coupler, faucet, beer line, and air line. Pour the cleaning solution into the jar and attach to the beer line. Tighten one end of the beer line to the jar and the other end to a bucket of cleaning solution. Wash down the cleaning solution through the line, and then pump clean water through the line a couple of times to shed all solution. Finally, reattach the parts of your system.   Is your keg tap not sealing, not working at all, or the handle is stuck?   The right-sized coupler should attach relatively easily, it is the wrong one if it doesn’t. Be sure to comprehend and match the beer you’re using with our keg coupler list:   https://talosusa.com/search?q=coupler   What if the coupler is leaking or beer appears foamy?   Be sure that your rubber check valve is attached properly, which is often ignored and then discarded all the while being a critical part. Also, having extra rubber washers helps in the proper attachment of the hex nut and tailpiece to the lines, eliminating leaks when they reinforce attachments elsewhere in your system. Whenever two pieces of metal are colliding in your draft beer system, it’s a good idea to use a rubber washer to fasten them together.   For further queries, please feel free to contact: Give us a call M-F 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM at 626.923.9266, or email us at Support@talos-usa.com

Talos USA Model #22708 Type D Stainless Steel Coupler Compatibility The Talos Type D stainless steel coupler is compatible with all US Sankey Keg Valves. This means it'll work directly with all your favorite domestic beer brands. Durability Our Type D coupler is constructed with 304 stainless steel which not only gives it a nice aesthetic look, but benefits your daily long-term industrial use with its corrosion resistance. Ergonomic Handle You'll notice our keg couplers ergonomic handle is made of premium components to ensure its daily use and abuse. Simple functionality with it's easy open and lock function.

Step 1: Choose the Right Glass and Proper Angle.Choose a clean pint glass. Tilt the glass away from you at a 45-degree angle. If the glass isn't properly tilted the Guinness will froth and may take a while to settle Step 2: Pull the Tap Toward You.To create the perfect pour; fill it up halfway. Then allow it to sit and watch the vivid distinction between the dark ruby-red body and creamy white head. This may take a few minutes so just sit back and relax.Step 3: Hold It Level.Once it’s settled, put your Guinness up to the tap and hold it level. (You want a dome effect when you top it off, so skip the 45-degree angle this time.) Push the tap away from you, pouring the Guinness slower. Aim directly into the middle of the foam head until it settles half a millimeter above the lip of your pint glass. Wait. A smaller, second settling period is crucial.Step 4: Sip It Right.The last and perhaps the most important step is sipping your Guinness. Hold it up to the light to marvel at the ruby-red color. Then, bring it to your lips, and sip the foam until you hit the body of the beer. Swish. Swallow. Bottom’s up.But if you can’t resist having an Irish bartender pour you a pint, remember this cardinal Guinness-drinking rule: Paws off. Don’t touch your Guinness before the bartender hands it to you. The perfect pour takes time.