Nothing is more welcoming to restaurant patrons than a mug of ice-cold beer, and while you can supply bottles, kegs have several advantages. A keg seals its contents away from the outside atmosphere and pressurizes it. This allows you to reuse the keg and keep a steady supply of lagers and ales on hand for your thirsty customers. Below is more information about how a keg can benefit your restaurant.

A Guide to Beer Kegs

1. Lower Costs

One of the most significant aspects of a business is managing overhead costs, as small expenses can quickly accumulate. Whether for party reservations or individual customers, beer costs can quickly rack up if you provide the drinks in cans or bottles. When manufacturers package and sell drinks in single containers, they factor the cost of materials into the final shelf price.

For example, a keg of Budweiser® costs $103.75 on average, whereas the equivalent amount in bottles costs $161.68, representing an overall savings of almost 36%. When you factor in the longer shelf life of kegs, their value is too significant to ignore.

2. Loss Prevention

Every business owner knows that loss is unavoidable. However, avoiding breakage with glass bottles and lowering the risk of spoilage can reduce these costs. Glass mugs are thicker and sturdier than bottles, reducing the risk of breakage. They are also reusable after a thorough cleaning.

Because you must refrigerate and pressurize kegs, they also offer exceptional shelf life by keeping out the air with a tight seal around the dispensing valve. This means that the only time the contents of a keg contact the air is when you pour it into a waiting customer’s mug.

3. Eco-Friendliness

Beer bottles are not an energy-efficient way to consume beverages because they require a significant amount of electricity, fuel, and materials to produce a single unit.

Many modern consumers enjoy frequenting eco-friendly businesses, with more than 50% of respondents stating a preference for businesses with a reputation of eco-conscious practices. With waste-reducing kegs behind the bar, you can proudly advertise your restaurant’s efforts to protect the environment and secure the loyalty of these customers.

 

To benefit from the convenience, savings, and eco-friendliness of kegs at your restaurant, contact Classic Brands – Budweiser in Chillicothe, OH. They offer kegs of premium domestic beer, as well as craft brews. Call (740) 774-2831 to speak to a team member about your restaurant’s needs. Browse their list of products online.