Let's talk about "The Kegerator"

I was over at my parent's house on Sunday, and I was "assuring" my mom that I had not injured my back moving my kegerator. She asked, "What did you just call it?" I said, "kegerator." She just laughed and laughed. I guess that sounds funny, but it's really a normal name for this thing. Other names you could use are "Keg Fridge" or "Beverage Center." But regardless, I'm not making this name up. Just "google" it and you'll see what I'm talking about.

Anyhoo, here's an update for those that have wondered if it's filled with my favorite frosty beverage: Two weeks ago, I had electricians come out to my house to install a plug so it can go into my utility room. Yeah, I know... I probably could have done that myself. I guess I figured letting some professional take care of this instead of me would probably be the best policy... especially when dealing with electricity. They also moved it into the room for me. (See mom... no back!!!)

The next thing I had to do was to get he CO2 container filled up. A common question I get is, "Won't the keg go bad?" Well, yeah... in about 6 months or so. That's where the CO2 helps - it can extend the life. Typically a 15-gallon keg will last about 3 months... but less if I invite people over to the Hermit Hollow.

Finally, I've called Mr. G's in Plano to see about getting St. Arnold's Spring Bock as my first keg. It's a good seasonal beer. My initial choice was one from Rahr, but they are out of their Bucking Bock beer.

So, soon... very soon... I hope to be filling my first frosty mug with the fruits of the barley! Stay tuned...