Krups Heineken BeerTender: Does anyone know if this BeerTender would work with other mini kegs?
2019519
I have purchased the BeerTender here in the states and have also used it in Amsterdam. I can tell you that the other 5 Liter kegs in stores such as Warsteiner and others are not compatible with the BeerTender. Only pressurized 5l and 4 l kegs will work with this unit. I've been researching this all over the states and speaking with companies in Europe. The beers that John Hillestad mentioned are all pressurized and work in this unit, but only the Heineken and Heineken Light are available in the states so far. The others can be bought online and shipped to the states but they are 4 liter kegs not 5, and cost about $30 (20 euro) per keg plus an enormous amount to ship them here. I hope this info helps. I'm trying really hard to find more variety here in North America for this, I've even spoken with Heineken USA and Krups directly. They all say the other beers are coming but just not hear yet. Currently I have an order in place with a reseller in Holland for Amstel Bock and Amstel. It's crazy expensive. The Murphy's Irish Red should be excellent on this machine. Thanks. Steve
259437
The one I bought did not fit my tap. I would only recommend it for Growler filling. Make sure the opening on your tap is the right size. Some like my Perlick are too small.
1527037
Agree that other kegs would be great. What really bothers me is that I have to throw away the dispenser lines that come with the keg...then spend $12 on new lines. I have re used them in the past until one finally broke and sprayed Heineken all over my kitchen. Can you get these things in bulk to bring the price down???
665104
Hey Scott, this keg is a perfect fit for Mr. Beer batches. In fact, even though I have moved on to all-grain and other extract brews, my main fermenters are still my Mr. Beer LBK's. Hope you enjoy this as much as I have.
1338932
There are three types of mini-keg I know of 1) 5l-Heineken - Top hole - has it own built in co2 and pours from the top (these can't be refilled) 2) 5l-Mini-keg - with hole on top ( these can be used for home brewing - will need the accessory kit) 3) 5l-Mini-keg - with hole on top and pour spout on the side - will need the accessory kit) Number 2, I got one from a friend he got from Germany, but I don't see these for sale in the US. Number 3 with beer in them - If you are lucky, you can find these in some stores with beer in them like Paulaner, I was able to get one for about $18. Number 3 with no beer in them - You can get then on Amazon for about $19, lol yes it cost more than with no beer. There are two types of bungs that you can use on number 2, and 3, the ones that you can use in your EdgeSTAR accessory kit, it has the hole in the center of the bung ring., The other bung is used outside of the EdgeStar when you want to take it to a friend's house, this bung has a twist open to let the air in so you can open the side spout and pour a beer. This is the one that comes on a Paulaner mini-keg.
1814766
I think all Keurig k cups arw universal if it fots the full sizw it should fit the mini
16646
That is correct. You just attached the supplied Heineken adapter to the beer line, then press it into place on top of the mini keg.
1450303
The connection only comes setup for a Sanke connection. However, your beer shop will have the know how to inexpensively convert the connects to fit your system. I use 2 5 gallon ball lock corny kegs and the system works great.
1895555
So far the only cans that will fit this system is Heineken and Newcastle. Hopefully more will produce mini kegs for this system.
1527032
No they won't work. Heineken mini keg, has compressed air, and other mini-kegs work with the gravity.
264748
Every state is different but in Wisconsin I just called a couple beer/liquor stores until I found some that carry it. I just asked for heiniken or Newcastle draught keg or mini keg.
1931636
I installed a 1/6 keg in mine and it fit just right except the height was so tall that I had to use a low profile tap which brought the hoses out the side instead of the top.
1631993
A pony keg might fit. It works great for cans but I would get a unit made for kegs if it was me.
353742
If you mean home brewing then yes. I've had this valve along with a local welding supply CO2 bottle for a year and this valve works perfectly on my corny kegs.
1338934
From what I have read, you will need the kit if the kegs are non-pressurized. Heineken and Newcastle are pressurized, so I have been pretty content.
2006000
I use mine all of the time for the K cups - single serving. I'm not familiar with the mini Keurig.
381104
I had the Tfal version. The compressor died just over 1-year. I loved it while it worked and got a lot of good use (maybe too much good use). Might check for comments on the Krups to see if there was any reports of compressor failure.I haven't had one now for 6 months. When last I checked, could still only get Heineken, Heineken Lite and Newcastle. All three taste very, very good on mini-tap. Lasts up to a month fresh, though I never had a 5L around long enough to verify this (might have had one for 5-6 days).Hope this helps.