How to Determine What Size Keg Cooler You’ll Need

Last updated on May 26th, 2021 at 02:28 pm

When it comes to commercial beer dispensing, kegs are not one size fits all. There are several things to note when determining what size Keg Cooler your establishment will require.

• Availability of each size of keg will vary by brand of beer and location.
• Talk to your beer supplier to find out which brands are available for immediate pick-up, and which need to be special ordered, and in which size keg those particular brands are available.
• Approximate Keg Diameters:
  • 1/6 Keg= 9-18″
  • 1/4 Slim Keg= 12″
  • 1/4 Standard Keg= 16-17″
  • 1/2 Keg= 16-17″
• Once you determine what size kegs you will need, then you should shop for the proper size Keg Cooler.
• Keg Box Capacities:
  • True 1-Keg Capacity will hold….  1 x Standard or 1/2 Keg; or combination of 2 x 1/6 Keg and 1 x 1/4 Slim Keg; or combination of 4 x 1/6 Kegs
  • True 2-Keg Capacity will hold…. 2 x Standard or 1/2 Keg; or combination of 2 x Standard or 1/2 Kegs and 2 x 1/6 Kegs
  • True 3-Keg Capacity will hold… 3 x Standard or 1/2 Keg; or combination of 3 x Standard or 1/2 Kegs and 2 x 1/6 Kegs