Description
Small barrel, commonly used for beer
Technical
A keg is a small cask used for storing liquids. Wooden kegs made by a cooper were used to transport nails, gunpowder, and a variety of liquids. Nowadays a keg is normally constructed of stainless steel, although aluminium can be used if it is coated with plastic on the inside. It is commonly used to store, transport, and serve beer. Other alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, carbonated or non-carbonated, may be housed in a keg as well. Carbonated drinks are generally kept under pressure in order to maintain carbon dioxide in solution, preventing the beverage from becoming flat.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Similar to the aging process in oak barrels for wine, kegs can impart subtle flavors to beer over time.
Coffee Analogy
Like cold brew coffee stored in kegs, the controlled environment preserves freshness and carbonation.
Perfume Analogy
The aroma profile can be compared to a citrus-forward eau de vie, with bright, effervescent notes.