It’s another hot summer day in Tennessee and the only thing that will cool you down is a crisp, cold beer. But not just any brew will do. You need a fresh beer in a glass- you need a beer poured from a tap.
We all know beer on tap is better. But what exactly makes it so much fresher, so much tastier, so much more satisfying than a brew poured from a glass or a can? It all comes down to time, temperature, light, and pressure.
Next, learn why these four components matter when it comes to the tastiest brews, and find out where to grab the best burgers and beer in Tennessee.
Time
The fresher the beer, the better it tastes. And in a busy bar, what’s on tap goes faster than the bottles and cans in the fridge. That’s why you’re almost guaranteed to get the tastiest brews on draft.
The effect of age on flavor is even more apparent in hoppy brews. The flavor of hops degrades with time, which is why your favorite IPAs always taste better poured fresh from the tap.
Temperature
Beer is best served cold, between 38°F and 55°F to be exact. Suggested temperatures vary based on the type of beer, which can be hard to achieve with cans and bottles stored in the same fridge.
Modern tap systems allow for customizable temperatures to optimize the texture of your brew of choice. That way, you don’t have to worry about a beer that’s too hot or too cold. Beer on tap is always just right.
Light
Time isn’t the only thing that can degrade the flavor of hops. Light is another factor in the breakdown of these crucial flavorings, which is why the hoppiest beers are always stored in dark glass bottles.
Yet, even the darkest glass bottles still allow a little light to spoil your brew, resulting in a skunky, spoiled flavor. Kegs keep hops safe from sunlight, ensuring your beer maintains that just-brewed flavor you crave.
Pressure
Pressure is another component that can change the mouthfeel of your favorite brew. But the perfect pressure setting varies among stouts and ales, lagers and pilsners, and sours and wheat beers.
Modern tap systems make achieving the ideal carbonation possible with customizable pressure settings. Plus, putting drafts under constant pressure gives your beer a certain energy even the freshest bottles and cans lack.
Fresh Beer and the Best Burgers at Burger Republic
Every beer connoisseur knows that beer on tap is just better. That’s because it’s stored and poured at the perfect temperature and pressure. Plus, kegs keep your favorite brews safe from sunlight for the freshest flavor possible.
Looking for fresh brews near you? Burger Republic has a rotating selection of draft beers poured by our experts in four locations across Tennessee. Oh, and did we mention our proprietary USA Angus Beef burgers?
Check out our current draft beer selection, and find a Burger Republic location near you for fresh beer and the best burgers in Middle Tennessee!
