Beer Lines: What is a Jumper Line? When it comes to ensuring the perfect pour of your draft beer, the unseen heroes of the system are the jumper lines. These often-overlooked components play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and quality of your beer from keg to glass. Their main purpose is to create the right amount of pressure for a continuous flow of beer, which helps the beer’s consistency remain steady. In this blog, we’ll delve into the ins and […] Read More
Recipes for Cocktails on Tap Serving cocktails on tap is one of the best ways to increase your service speed and keep consistent drink quality at the bar. At Glacier Design, we’ve seen the popularity of draft cocktail systems skyrocket over the years, thanks to their ability to streamline the cocktail-making process and eliminate alcohol wastage. But what kinds of cocktails can you use in a draft system? The answer? Almost any cocktail your heart desires! These systems are extremely […] Read More
What is Hard Cider? Most of us are familiar with apple cider, the delicious fall beverage, but what is hard cider? Hard cider, often referred to as “cider”, is a crisp, refreshing alcoholic beverage that has been enjoyed for centuries. Made from fermented apples, ciders exhibit a range of taste profiles from dry to fruity, similar to how different wines present a range of flavors. Hard ciders are always popular in autumn and have become even more so in […] Read More
A Guide to Beer Coolers for Bars When serving draft beer at a bar or restaurant, refrigeration is a must. Of course, the best kind of refrigeration equipment will vary depending on the size of the establishment and the amount of kegs needing to be stored. Beer coolers for bars come in a range of options and sizes, with the two most common being kegerators and walk-in coolers. Kegerators The term “kegerator” comes from the words “keg” and “refrigerator.” Kegerators are specialty […] Read More
