Description
Picnic Tap 2.1 – drip-free tap straight on the keg
The Picnic Tap 2.1 from Homebrewer LAB is a small tap that connects straight to the keg with a ball lock. It is an updated version of the Picnic Tap 2.0, and Homebrewer LAB itself calls it "The Mother of All Taps". You need neither a beer line nor a drip tray, and the built-in flow control lets you pour without excessive foam and without turning down the pressure.
The Picnic Tap 2.1 suits Cornelius kegs and growlers with ball lock posts, and is handy for serving at parties, on picnics or straight from the fridge.
Features
- comes complete with a ball lock keg coupler
- needs no beer line
- does not drip and needs no drip tray
- low thermal mass
- does not over-foam at 1 bar / 15 PSI
- built-in flow control (CPFR – Compact Progressive Flow Reducer)
- no key components from China
- handmade and individually tested in California
What's included
The Picnic Tap 2.1 comes with a ball lock quick disconnect, a spare twist tap, a red O-ring and an Allen key.
A ball lock adapter with a regular tap is an alternative, but often gives a lot of foam when the tap sits directly on the keg.
Too much foam with the Picnic Tap 2.0?
The points below apply to the older Picnic Tap 2.0, not the 2.1.
Unscrew the triangular nut to expose the spiral (CPFR) and push it all the way into the ball lock disconnect, largest end first, until only about 4–6 mm is exposed. You may need to twist the CPFR anticlockwise while pushing it in. Then reassemble the tap.
If the CPFR is not fully inserted, the narrow end sticks too far towards the tap and blocks the outlet, causing excessive foaming.
If the spiral still sticks out more than 6 mm even when fully inserted in the ball lock disconnect, you can trim a little off. Note: if you cut off too much, the flow is not reduced enough and it foams because of the high velocity.
There is a red O-ring inside the triangular nut. Check that it is seated correctly. If the parts are overtightened, the O-ring can shift or be damaged, air can get in and you get foam. So make sure the nut is not overtightened (or too loose). Many who have had a lot of foam have overtightened it and damaged the O-ring.
Remember to open the tap fully straight away when pouring.
Review of the Picnic Tap 2.0
BeerGeeks in Israel has written a thorough review of the Picnic Tap 2.0. You can read it translated into English here.
Frequently asked questions about the Picnic Tap 2.1
Do I need to turn the pressure down to pour?
No. The built-in flow control means the Picnic Tap 2.1 does not over-foam at 1 bar / 15 PSI, so you can pour without lowering the carbonation pressure.
Do I need a beer line?
No. The tap connects straight to the keg's ball lock post, so long anti-foam lines are not needed.
What is the difference between 2.0 and 2.1?
The 2.1 is an improved version of the 2.0. The tips on adjusting the spiral and O-ring apply to the 2.0.
Why does it still foam?
Open the tap fully straight away. Foam can also be caused by warm beer or overcarbonated beer.
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