Collection: King Kegs

King Keg pressure barrels are the classic British home brew serving solution — a 5-gallon (23-litre) pressure barrel that lets you serve your home brew beer straight from the barrel with a tap, without bottling. Simply add a small amount of priming sugar to the King Keg, seal it, and condition for 1–2 weeks. The King Keg's pressure cap system builds gentle carbonation naturally as the beer conditions, giving you draught-style home brew beer at home.

King Kegs are ideal for ales, bitters, stouts and lagers brewed from kit. They're reusable, easy to clean, and far less work than bottling 40+ individual bottles. Browse spare parts, CO2 bulbs, and tap replacements below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a keg and a King Keg?

A King Keg is a specific brand of home brew pressure barrel — the most common type used by UK home brewers. Unlike a commercial beer keg, which needs external CO2 to dispense, a King Keg carbonates itself naturally through conditioning and dispenses under its own gentle pressure, with an optional CO2 bulb injector for extra fizz.

How much beer does a keg hold?

A standard King Keg holds 5 gallons — 23 litres, or around 40 pints.

Do I need CO2 for a King Keg?

No, not strictly. Priming sugar naturally carbonates the beer as it conditions. A CO2 injector system is a popular upgrade for extra fizz and to keep the last few pints as carbonated as the first, but it isn't required to get started.