After brewing the beer and getting it into the cask, it’s finally time for the most important part… pulling a proper pint.
In Episode 3 of Cask Life, we’re covering everything you need to know about dispensing cask ale at home. From tapping and venting the cask to setting up a beer engine, fitting an aspirator and check valve, and getting beer flowing through the line, we’ll show you exactly how we do it.
Along the way, we’ll talk through common mistakes, practical tips, and of course the age-old argument that divides drinkers everywhere: sparkler or no sparkler?
In this episode:
🍺 Tapping and venting the cask
🍺 Setting up a beer engine
🍺 Installing an aspirator and check valve
🍺 Pulling your first pint
🍺 Sparkler debates and cask ale opinions
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Brewed using our Red Triangle Recipe Kit (Bass Clone):
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