draught beer basics
PERLICK | INDUSTRY LEADING
HOME BEER DISPENSERS
24” Signature Series Dual-Zone Refrigerator/Wine
Reserve (left), 24” Signature Series Adara Beer
Dispenser,Two Faucet (shown)
the storing and
serving of beer
Craft beer has seen a surge in popularity in the past
ve years. As of 2017, there are over 4,000 breweries
in the US and Canada combined. Homeowners have
more choices in beer than ever before, and – no matter
what your favorite brew is – Perlick has the serving and
storing solution to keep beer brewery fresh for peak
enjoyment.
the anatomy of beer
There is a reason beer is now regarded in the same way ne wines are. A complex
blend of avors, aromas and brewing styles create a wide range of unique brews,
ranging from light, fragrant pilsners to bold, robust stouts. Here are the elements
that combine to make your favorite brews.
aroma
Determined by malt, grain and fermentation.
alcohol content
Beer ranges from less than 3% to just under 30% alcohol by volume.
carbonation
Carbon Dioxide is a by-product of fermentation.
color
Determined by the kilning of the malts. Can also depend on mashing, boiling and
fermentation.
f l avor
Determined by the malt, hopes and water used in the brewing process.
head
Produced by bubbles of carbon dioxide rising to the surface. Industry experts
recommend 1” to 1-1/2” head on most varieties.
all about kegs
Kegs are lled at the brewery and delivered directly to your local retailer, ensuring you’ll
be getting the freshest beer possible. Kegs are designed to protect beer from both air and
light, while still enabling rapid dispensing.
Knowing how much beer is in a keg is crucial when choosing a beer dispenser, as well as
for entertaining.
1/6 Barrel 1/4 barrel slim 1/4 barrel
GALLONS 5.16 7.75 7.75
OUNCES 661 992 992
NO. OF 12 OZ. CAN/BOTTLE
SERVINGS
NO. OF 16 OZ. PINT SERVINGS 41 62 62
NO. OF CASES 2.3 3.4 3.4
NICKNAMES
WEIGHT FULL 58 lbs. 87 lbs. 87 lbs.
55 82 82
Torpedo Keg
Log
Sixth Barrel
Sixtel
Quarter Barrel
Pony Keg
Stubby Keg
Slim Quarter Barrel
Tall Quarter
all about couplers
A keg coupler connects the Carbon Dioxide gas line (CO2) to the keg. The compressed gas powers
the coupler to draw out the beer from the keg. Dierent countries use dierent style couplers, so it
is crucial to have the right coupler for the specic brand you are going to be dispensing.
Because of height constraints, you must use a Loboy coupler for 1/6 barrels and slim 1/4 barrels.
Lo-boys are available in D and S Series, all other
series must use a standard keg coupler, therefore,
are only able to be used with short 1/4 barrels.
Please note - Macro brands like Miller and
Budweiser use D System keg couplers. Always
verify the coupler requirement for beers you wish
to dispense prior to purchasing.
D System lo-boy
keg coupler
3-⁄”
2-⁄”
D System stAndard
keg coupler
Beer brand country type
AMSTEL Holland S*
BECK’S Ireland D*
DOS EQUIS Mexico D*
GROLSCH Holland G
GUINNESS STOUT Ireland U
HACKERPSCHORR Germany A
HARP Ireland U
HEINEKEN Holland S*
HOEGAARDEN Holland A
LABATT BLUE Canada D*
Beer brand country type
MODELO Mexico D*
NEWCASTLE England S*
PERONI Italy D*
PILSNER URQUELL Czech S*
SMITHWICK’S Ireland U
SPATEN Germany A
STELLA ARTOIS Belgium D*
STRONGBOW CIDER England S*
TENNANT’S Scotland G
WARSTEINER Germany A
*Perlick Lo-Boy Keg Coupler Available
meet the perlick beer dispensers
Perlick has 13 base models of 15- and 24-inch indoor and outdoor home beer dispensing
models in its product portfolio – the most of any manufacturer in our category. Each Perlick
Beer Dispenser is built using the same proprietary equipment and designs used in bars,
restaurants, stadiums and arenas around the globe. Learn the dierences between our two
classes of beer dispensers below.
650SS 630SS
draft arm
REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
DISPENSING
TOWERS
FAUCET TYPE
SIZES AVAILABLE 15”, 24” single faucet, 24” two faucet 24” single faucet, 24” two faucet
TEMPERATURE RANGE 33° - 42°F (.5° - 5.5°F) 33° - 42°F (.5° - 5.5°F)
adara
signature series C-series
Exclusive 995 Btu variable-speed
compressor w/front-vented, RAPIDcool
refrigeration technology
Stainless Steel/Stainless Steel (indoor
and outdoor models)
Draft Arm (Standard), Adara (Signature) Draft Arm
650SS Forward-sealing Flow Control
Faucet
draft arm
525 Btu standard compressor w/
front-vented, RAPIDcool refrigeration
technology
Stainless Steel/Black Vinyl Clad (indoor
models), Stainless Steel/Stainless Steel
(outdoor models)
630SS Forward-sealing Faucet
24” Signature Series Beer Dispenser,
Two Faucet (shown)
trust the brand the
pros trust
Perlick is the pioneer of the beer dispensing industry, leading
the competition in innovating the way venues move beer
in the freshest, coldest way possible. Since introducing our
premier Century system in 1962, Perlick has gone on to
design, engineer and manufacture beverage systems for
bars, restaurants, stadiums and arenas around the world.
The same commercial-quality parts and craftsmanship go
into each and every beer dispenser we produce. It’s heavyduty, commercial grade technology rened beautifully for
the home.
what makes it a perlick? performance
The key to the perfect pour is proper – and consistent – temperature. The Perlick
designed and engineered RAPIDcool forced-air refrigeration system out performs
the competition, pouring cold beer indoors and outdoors – even when the
temperature outside is over 100°F.
rapidcool™ forced-air refrigeration
There is a reason Perlick products are favored by designers and homeowners
alike. Not only does Perlick’s RAPIDcool™ forced-air refrigeration technology
provides exceptional cooling, it provides the smartest cooling of all the competition.
RAPIDcool™ is powered by a 995 Btu variable-speed compressor, providing robust
refrigeration when the control module senses a change in temperature. The system
ramps up when a fresh keg is loaded in, and adjusts accordingly to maintain the set
temperature. Not only is the cabinet cooled, the beer tower is forced-air-cooled to
keep beer cold from the keg to the faucet.
WHAT MAKES IT A PERLICK? TECHNOLOGY
Achieving the perfect pour isn’t a bunch of marketing jargon. It’s a real science, a
science that Perlick has studied and built a patented solution for achieve a truly
perfect serve. Designed by veteran Perlick engineers with only the highest quality
materials, it’s technology no other manufacturer can achieve.
650SS flow control faucet
Enter the award winning 650SS Flow Control Beer Faucet.
Constructed of 304 stainless steel and with a proprietary forward-
sealing design, Perlick’s Flow Control Beer Faucet is the most
sanitary faucet on the market. The lever on the side of the faucet is
puts you in control of how you pour your beer. A high-carbonated
Hefeweizen tends to pour foamy, so by slowing the pour, you are
able to achieve the perfect amount of head on your beer.
It’s also crucial for newly loaded kegs, as well as pouring
frosty cold brews on a hot summer day.
24” Signature Series Beer Dispenser, Two Faucet (shown)
24” Signature Series Refrigerator (left) and
what makes it a perlick?
construction
With over 65 years of experience in designing, engineering and manufacturing
beer dispensing systems and products for the commercial market, we’ve mastered
the art of building beer dispensers that can stand up to heavy usage (and heavy
kegs!) Solid construction is the cornerstone of a Perlick Beer Dispenser.
unparalleled construction
The key to Perlick’s unrivaled quality is our commercial-grade construction. Perlick’s
full line of residential refrigeration – including our industry best beer dispensers
– are handcrafted from the same materials and components that are used on our
commercial products. Commercial-grade stainless steel interiors and exteriors, 2”
foamed-in-place insulation and a refrigeration system built to stand up to harsh
commercial conditions are all elements that make a Perlick a Perlick.
styles of beer
Because of its complexity, beer is dened by a style. Style dierentiates beers by aroma, appearance,
avor, mouthfeel, etc. There are three main styles – Ale, Lager and Hybrid – each having a variety
of sub-styles. Read on to learn how to properly serve common sub-styles and see recommended
pairings to experience beer as the brewmaster intended.
Color Serving Temp Glass Type Pairings to Try / Example
American Amber Ale (Red Ale) Popular,
medium-bodied style with robust avor can be fruity or spicy
American Amber Lager (Red Lager)
Medium-bodied lager, popular American
variety with carmel malt characteristics
American Pale Ale Medium body with
oral, fruit and pine American hops
characteristics
Belgian Tripel High ABV, high bitterness
masked by balance of hops and malts.
Spicy and complex with a sweet nish.
Bock All-malt brew that is high in
sweetness with nutty, toasted character
English-Style Brown Ale A malty, low
carbonation beer with chocolate and
nutty tones.
English-Style Sweet Stout Also known
as Milk Stout, this style features a sweet
avor prole of chocolate, carmel notes
45°- 50°F
45° - 50°F
44° - 55°F
40° - 45°F
45° - 50°F
45° -55°F
50° - 55°F
Cheddar, barbeque chicken,
banana pound cake /
Fat Tire Amber, Lagunitas Censored
White Cheddar, Latin cuisine,
grilled vegetables, fruit desserts /
Yuengling, Killian’s, Grain Belt
Gorgonzola, Asian cuisine, shellsh
/ Bell’s Two Hearted Ale, Lagunitas
IPA, Surly Furious
Cajun food, crab cakes, roasted
poultry, creme brulee /
La Fin Du Monde, Chimay Tripel
Aged Swiss, German cuisine,
chocolate / Samual Adams Winter
Lager, Shiner Bock
Aged Gouda, roasted or grilledpork, pear desserts / Newcastle,
Goose Island Nut Brown Ale
Cheddar, spicy cuisine, chocolate
desserts / Left Hand Milk Stout, 3
Floyds Moloko
WEIZEN
AMERICAN PINT
NONIC PINT
Color Serving Temp Glass Type Pairings to Try / examples
PILSENER
TULIP
SNIFTER
German-Style Hefeweizen Known for
its cloudy haze, Hefeweizen boasts strong
banana and clove notes
German-Style Pilsener A light colored,
well-hopped beer with a spicy/herbal
aroma/avor
German-Style Marzen Also known as
Oktoberfest, this beer is rich in malt and
has a bread-like aroma
Imperial India Pale Ale High in hop
bitterness and avor. Focused on showcasing character of hops
Irish-Style Red Ale Balanced beer with
carmel and butter toee notes
Porter Feature sharp bitterness from
black malt with cocoa characteristics
Vienna-Style Lager Malty aroma and
sweetness with low hop bitterness
40°- 45°F
45° - 50°F
45° - 50°F
50° - 55°F
45° - 55°F
50° -55°F
45° - 50°F
Chevre, seafood/shellsh, lemon
tart or other citrus desserts /
Franziskaner, Hacker-Pschorr Hefe
White Cheddar, Latin cuisine,
grilled vegetables, fruit desserts /
Beck’s, Warsteiner, St. Pauli Girl
Pepper Jack, Spicy fare, kielbasa,
Coconut Flan / Spaten,
Leinenkugel’s Oktoberfest
Sharp Cheddar, Barbeque, Miso
Salmon / Dogsh 90 Minute IPA,
Pliny the Elder, West Coast IPA
Cheddar, Roasted Pork and Vegeta-
bles, Poached Pears / Smithwick’s,
Newcastle, Murphy’s Irish Red
Brie, Gouda, Barbeque, Smoked
Meats, Chocolate / Great Lakes
Edmund Fitzgerald, Black Butte
Havarti, Grilled Pork, Almond
Biscotti / Samual Adams Boston
Lager, Modelo, Dos Equis
perlick invented the perfect pour
Whether you are a craft beer connoisseur or just someone who loves to entertain at
home, Perlick has home beer dispensing solutions to pour all your favorite brews like
the pros. With time-tested technology and unmatched construction, you’ll enjoy the
same quality product as used in over 50% of all sports venues in the US and Canada -
yet with the sleek renement only oered by Perlick Residential.
why trust perlick beer dispensers
• All models are powered by Perlick’s exclusive RAPIDcool™ forced-air
refrigeration system which ensures consistent temperature by circulating
cold air through the cabinet. It also prevents icy cold temperatures at the back
of the unit, which can happen with competitor units that rely on a cold plate
to achieve lower temperatures
• All models feature commercial-grade stainless steel interiors, providing a
strong, sanitary environment for kegs – will not crack like a plastic liner under
the weight of a heavy keg.
• All Perlick beer towers are forced-air cooled to keep beer cold during
it’s journey from the keg up and through the faucet. Maintaining cold
temperature eliminates overfoaming because of temperature uctuations.
• Perlick designed and engineered beer faucets are constructed of 304 sanitary
stainless steel with a patented forward-sealing design. Our faucets are cleaner
and better performing than any other faucet on the market.
• Perlick products are backed by a Full Three Year Warranty plus an additional
three years on the sealed system – the industry’s best warranty.
meet your perlick beer dispenser
Perlick oers the widest selection of beer dispensers in the industry. Available in 15-
and 24-inch models, Perlick has the technology to pour your favorite brews at home –
indoors or out.
Visit perlick.com/residential for product details,
available accessories or to nd a Perlick dealer near you
15” W x 34-1/4”H x 24”D
15” Signature Series
Draft Arm
Single Faucet
Adara
Single Faucet
1/6
1/4
Outdoor model available
Capacity
1/6
One 1/6 barrel
Capacity
Two 1/6 barrels
1/6
OR
One 1/4 barrel
OR
SLIM
24” W x 34-1/4”H x 24”D
24” Signature Series
Draft Arm
Single Faucet
Adara
Single Faucet
1/4
One slim 1/4 barrel
1/6
1/6
Capacity
Two 1/6 barrels
OR
1/4
24” W x 34-1/4”H x 24”D
24” Signature Series
Draft Arm
Two Faucet
Adara
Two Faucet
SLIM
1/4
1/6
1/4
One 1/4 barrel
OR
One slim 1/4 barrel
Capacity
Two 1/6 barrels
1/6
OR
One 1/4 barrel
24” C-Series
OR
24” W x 34-1/4”H x 24”D
Indoor Draft Arm
Single Faucet
SLIM
1/4
Outdoor Draft Arm
Single Faucet
1/6
One slim 1/4 barrel
Capacity
Two 1/6 barrels
1/6
OR
1/4
24” C-Series
SLIM
24” W x 34-1/4”H x 24”D
Indoor Draft Arm
Two Faucet
Outdoor Draft Arm
Two Faucet
1/4
One 1/4 barrel
OR
One slim 1/4 barrel
8300 West Good Hope Road
Milwaukee, WI 53223
phone 800.558.5592
web perlick.com/residential
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REV. 02.10.2017
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