St. Patrick's Day: Kegs Of Green Beer Available Here

If you're looking to buy a keg of green beer, you're in luck! There are many places, both online and in stores, that sell green beer, especially during St. Patrick's Day. One option is to make green beer at home using food colouring. However, if you're looking to purchase a keg, online platforms such as Spec's Online, Uptown, and Drizly offer a variety of green beer options with different pack sizes and delivery options. Alternatively, you can visit bars and pubs like Duffy's Sports Grill, The Brass Tap Fort, or McSorley's Beach Pub, which are known for serving green beer.

Green beer for St. Patrick's Day

Green beer is a St. Patrick's Day tradition, with many people choosing to partake in the festivities by drinking a green-hued brew. If you're looking to get your hands on a keg of this festive beverage, there are a few ways to go about it.

Firstly, you could opt to make your own green beer at home. This can be done by adding food colouring to a light-coloured beer. While this method is simple and effective, it may not be practical for busier bars or clubs. In these cases, it is possible to inject food colouring into the keg itself, though this should be done with caution to avoid any mess or spillage.

If you'd rather buy your green beer, there are several online and in-store options to choose from. Here are some recommended places to purchase green beer:

• Uptown: This retailer offers a wide range of green beer options, including Smirnoff Green Beer, Ironbound, three sons, Captain Lawrence, Green City, and Sloop brewing green islands. They also offer single cans as well as 4, 6, and 12 packs.
• Sunset Beer: Located in Los Angeles, this store offers a variety of green beers from different brewers, available in cans or bottles. However, due to COVID-19 laws, they do not currently offer online delivery.
• Spec's Online: With beers starting at $2.26, Spec's Online offers a range of green beers from various distributors. They offer same-day delivery for customers living within 15 miles of the store and have a user-friendly website with customer reviews.
• Duffy's Sports Grill: With locations from Miami to West Palm Beach, Duffy's offers green Guinness for $4 as well as their signature Lucky Duffy cocktail, a blend of Jameson, bitters, lemonade, and ginger beer, for $5.
• The Brass Tap Fort: Known as the best beer bar since 2007, The Brass Tap Fort offers a range of green beers and teas. It's also a great place to play games and enjoy live music.
• McSorley's Beach Pub: Located on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida, McSorley's offers affordable green beers and specials on other beverages. They also have DJ music and a lounge area. However, they do not offer online ordering for green beer.
• 1000 Corks: This website connects you to various brewers and bars in your area, offering a wide range of green beer options.
• Drizly: Drizly delivers beer right to your doorstep, with options like Heineken, Green's Dubel, and Green's Amber Ale. You can check their app to see what's available in your area.

So, whether you choose to make your own or buy from a retailer, there are plenty of options to ensure you have a festive St. Patrick's Day with a pint of green beer in hand!

Using food colouring to dye beer green

While it is possible to buy green beer, it is also common to dye beer green using food colouring.

If you want to use food colouring to dye your beer green, it is recommended to use a light-coloured beer, such as a craft-brewed American lager or blonde. This is because the light yellow colour of these beers allows them to be dyed more effectively.

The amount of food colouring required to dye beer green varies depending on the desired shade of green. A ratio of 18ml of green food colouring to 5ml of blue food colouring per half-barrel of beer will result in a vibrant emerald green. Alternatively, a ratio of 0.8g of green food colouring per gallon of light-coloured beer will produce a nice green colour.

It is important to note that the food colouring should be mixed into the beer before serving. This can be done by adding a few drops of food colouring directly to the bottom of the glass before pouring the beer or by adding the food colouring to the keg and rolling the keg upside down to mix it.

Some people may have concerns about the potential for food colouring to stain tap lines, but this can be mitigated by performing a standard caustic wash to remove any remaining dye.

Other methods for dyeing beer green

In addition to food colouring, there are several natural alternatives that can be used to dye beer green, such as wheatgrass juice, spirulina, matcha powder, and algae. However, these options may alter the flavour of the beer and may not produce the desired shade of green.

For example, wheatgrass juice will give the beer a yellow-green colour and add a grassy undertone to the flavour. On the other hand, spirulina will result in a teal/hunter green colour and has a slightly fishy/metallic taste. Matcha powder will turn the beer a deep olive green and has a mild vegetable taste, similar to spinach.

Ultimately, the method and type of colouring used to dye beer green is a matter of personal preference, and there is no single correct answer.

Where to buy green beer online

If you're looking to buy green beer online, there are several options available to you.

Uptown

Uptown sells a variety of green beers, including Smirnoff Green Beer, which comes in multiple flavours, Ironbound, three sons, Captain Lawrence, Green City, and Sloop Brewing green islands. The prices depend on the distributor and the number of bottles purchased, and the website allows you to buy a single can or packs of 4, 6, or 12. The website is easy to use, with reviews from customers to help you make your choice.

Sunset Beer

Sunset Beer offers a range of green beers from various brewers, which come in cans or beer bottle packs. However, due to COVID-19 laws, they do not currently sell or deliver green beer online, so you will have to visit their store in Los Angeles, USA. Their retail hours vary depending on the day of the week.

Spec's Online

Spec's Online works with many brewers, and the cheapest green beer on the website is $2.26, although prices vary with distributors and can change at any time. The size and type of bottle will also affect the cost, and you can buy a single can or packs of 4, 6, or 12. Each beer has reviews from previous buyers, and Spec's will deliver your beer the same day if you live within 15 miles of the store, or you can enter your zip code to choose another store near you.

Duffy's Sports Grill

Duffy's Sports Grill, with locations from Miami to West Palm Beach, offers green Guinness bear for $4, as well as their Lucky Duffy blend, which includes Jameson, bitters, lemonade, and ginger beer, for $5. If your name is Duffy or you have a Duffy-themed tattoo, you can get this drink for free. You can also order online for delivery or curbside pick-up.

The Brass Tap Fort

The Brass Tap Fort, known as the best beer bar since 2007, offers many types of green beers and teas, as well as games and tournaments such as beer pong and live music. You can order online if you don't want to go to the pub, but you will need to check if there is a local branch near you.

McSorley's Beach Pub

McSorley's Beach Pub in Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida, offers cheap green beers and other drink specials, as well as DJ music and food. However, you cannot order green beer online from this location; the only online order you can place is for them to make a cocktail for you to pick up.

1000 Corks

1000 Corks will connect you to many brewers and bars near you, giving you options for green beer available in your location. The site is easy to use, but prices vary, and there is no customer feedback section. The site will give you directions and contacts for the bar after you choose your beer.

Drizly

Drizly sells many types of beer from different brewers, including green beers like Heineken, Green's Dubel, and Green's Amber Ale, which you can check for availability in your area. You can buy a single bottle or packs of 2, 6, or 12, depending on your location.

Green's Beer

Green's Beer offers a range of original gluten-free beers, from crisp, light lagers to rich, dark ales, which you can buy online through their partner Beerhunter. They offer a range of payment methods, monthly offers, and ship all orders in bespoke packaging for glass bottle shipping.

How to inject food colouring into a keg

Injecting food colouring into a keg of beer is a great way to achieve a vibrant green colour for St. Patrick's Day, without affecting the taste. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Step 1: Prepare the Keg

Before you begin, make sure your keg is properly sanitised and cleaned. Also, ensure that the beer you plan to use has been carbonated and is cold. This will help prevent foaming when you inject the food colouring.

Step 2: Prepare the Food Colouring

The amount of food colouring you will need depends on the size of your keg and the desired vibrancy of the green colour. As a general guideline, you can use about 0.5 to 1 ounce of green food colouring per half barrel (approximately 15.5 gallons) of beer. You can adjust the amount based on your specific needs.

Step 3: Assemble the Equipment

To inject the food colouring, you will need a large syringe that can hold the required amount of colouring. Additionally, you will need tubing and a barbed disconnect. Make sure the tubing is the appropriate size to fit both the syringe and the disconnect securely.

Step 4: Bleed the Keg

Before injecting the food colouring, it is important to relieve the pressure from the keg. Attach the tubing to the barbed disconnect and connect it to the gas post on the keg. Open the PRV (pressure relief valve) to release the pressure.

Step 5: Inject the Food Colouring

Draw the prepared food colouring into the syringe. Make sure the plunger is secure and there is no risk of the colouring leaking out. Carefully attach the syringe to the other end of the tubing, ensuring a tight connection. Slowly inject the food colouring into the keg by depressing the plunger. Go slowly to avoid excessive foaming.

Step 6: Mix the Beer and Colouring

Once you have injected all the food colouring, carefully detach the syringe and tubing from the keg. Close the PRV and burp the keg with additional CO2 to restore pressure. Gently roll and flip the keg upside down a few times to mix the beer and colouring evenly.

Step 7: Check the Colour

After mixing, open the keg and pour a small sample to check if the colour is as desired. If you need a more vibrant green, you can inject additional food colouring using the same method.

Tips:

• It is important to work quickly when the keg is depressurised to minimise the risk of oxidation and foaming.
• Always use food-safe colouring and avoid any dyes that may affect the taste of the beer.
• Consider using light-coloured or pale beer as the base, as it will enhance the green colour.

Green beer in bars and pubs

Green beer is a St. Patrick's Day tradition in many bars and pubs. While some people view it as a gimmick, it is a crowd-pleaser and a way to get into the Irish spirit. Most green beer is made by adding food colouring to the keg, although some bars add it to individual glasses.

If you're looking to serve green beer at your bar or pub, you can find a range of kegs and beer-brewing equipment online. However, it's important to note that not everyone will want to drink green beer, so consider offering alternative options as well.

To achieve the perfect emerald green shade, you can experiment with different types of dye. Some people recommend using blue food colouring, as the yellow colour of the beer will turn it green. Others suggest using McCormick's organic food dye or generic green food colouring. The amount of dye needed will depend on the size of the keg and the desired vibrancy of the colour. For a half barrel, you can use around 0.5 to 1 ounce of green food colouring or about 18 ml of green and 5 ml of blue food colouring.

If you're looking for a more natural approach, you can try using matcha, algae, or spirulina. However, these options may leave an unpleasant taste, and spirulina can cause digestive issues if used in large quantities.

Whatever method you choose, make sure to inform your staff and customers about the ingredients used so that they can make informed choices.

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