Where can I buy empty kegs?

Tell them you want to return it for the deposit owed, but don’t know which store from which it was purchased. I’ll bet you a beer you walk out with the deposit. Drop by a local store who sells kegs to go and tell them you’d like to return it for a $20 deposit…

Can I buy my own keg?

Yes, you need to buy a keg. I usually go with the 5.5 gallon (tall skinny) ones. You must fill out some basic forms at the liquor store and give then a refundable deposit for the keg in addition to the beer. For a micro brew this will cost about $115.

Do they sell full kegs?

When you think of your average beer keg, the Half barrel size is probably what comes into your mind. Undoubtedly, you’ve probably seen this size keg at a party or large event. This full size keg is the largest that is available to you, and what is commonly used in bars and restaurants across the world.

Are empty kegs worth anything?

At 30 pounds empty weight, a typical stainless steel keg might be worth around $24 (January 2013 scrap price for 304 stainless steel of ~80 cents per pound). While the price of scrap fluctuates, recent history has shown that the scrap value of a keg is easily the same or higher than a typical $20-30 deposit.

How can I buy a keg of beer?

Large liquor retailers like “Liquor Barn” are going to be the most inexpensive places to buy kegs, aside from the actual brewery (if they even sell on-site). If you can get a keg at a smaller retailer closer to you, you should consider it, though, because it will save you gas money.

Is it cheaper to buy a keg or cans?

When you buy a kegerator for your home, you’re not only able to conveniently store large amounts of cold draft beer, but you can also save approximately 40-60% in costs, compared to buying the same volume of beer in cans or bottles.

Can you keep an empty keg?

Keg Etiquette Always store empty kegs securely until you can return them to the place of purchase. Never tamper with, mishandle, abuse or alter a keg. It’s common sense: If you lose your deposit because you left your keg in your garage for a year, you still don’t own the keg.

Can kegs be scrapped?

While the price of scrap fluctuates, recent history has shown that the scrap value of a keg is easily the same or higher than a typical $20-30 deposit. Many states have laws prohibiting the scrapping of kegs. Others require clear title presented by the owner named on the keg.

What can I do with empty beer kegs?

Here is a collection of weird and wonderful ways to transform the humble keg.

Bar Stools. Your customers need a place to sit belly-up… why not on a container that held their beer before they did?
Planters. Talk about giving kegs new life!
Tables.
Grills.
Lights.
Urinals.

Can you buy kegs from distributors?

Most liquor stores, package stores, beverage marts and grocery stores sell kegs. Generally stores have few kegs on hand aside from some of the more popular brands such as Bud, Coors and Keystone. Buying a keg usually requires a few days advance notice so the store can order the keg from the beer distributor.