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Cause 2
Improper drawing of beer into the glass.
Correction
• Open the faucet quickly and completely.
• Proper foam should be a tight creamy head. The collar on the average glass
should be 3/4" to 1" high. Beer drawn without head has the appearance of
being flat.
Cause 3
Not enough pressure.
Correction
• Increase the pressure if beer runs too slowly. The correct flow should fill a 10oz.
glass in 4 seconds. (Approx. 8oz. of liquid)
• Check the pressure source to determine whether there are obstructions in the air
line.
• Replace a sluggish air source or the CO2regulator and gauge.
• The tank pressure must always be higher than the pressure used on the keg.
• Always apply pressure to the keg before drawing beer.
Beer Condition: Loose Foam
Large soap-like bubbles that settle quickly.
Cause 1
This is generally the same as the Flat Beer condition. See the Flat Beer
causes above.
Beer Condition: Off-Taste Beer
Often bitter and bitey; sometimes completely lacking in flavor and zest. May
also have an oily or foul odor, which carries an unpleasant taste.
Cause 1
Improper cleaning of the tap.
Correction
• Brush and clean the tap properly. It should be scoured using a detergent, then
rinsed clean.
Cause 2
Contaminated air line.
Correction
• Air line should be examined. If contaminated, it should be replaced.