Questions tagged [carbonation]

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Can beer be recarbonated?

I was perusing a question about uses for flat beer ("Are there any good uses for beer that has sat in my growler for too long?") when I came across an answer that mentioned "any use that doesn't require it to be carbonated would be fitting". If I…
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Changes of gasification of beer in a long draw series

Is there any information on how the levels of co2 and n2 change over time in a keg series pressurized with a 30/70 mix (co2/n2 respectively)? Assuming the beer originally carbonated (not a nitro beer) and it takes a week to empty the series of…
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What is the difference between carbonation drops and priming sugar?

When I attempted brewing beer in my home the set and instructions called for the carbonation being done by adding carbonation drops instead of priming sugar. How does the fundamental chemical makeup differ between the two and how does the actual…
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Are some beers meant to be served flat?

My friend ordered a Wells Banana Bread Beer and to all three of us the beer tasted flat (carbonation-wise). She brought the beer to the bartender, who replied that that's just how that beer is. Is it true that some beers are meant to be served flat?…
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Beers sold in the US with little or no carbonation

What types of beer have lower or no carbonation?
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Is there any professional cooler that can carbonate beer?

Or does all beer have to be carbonated in kegs (or before)? My beer is not carbonating properly and I would like to find a way to do it on the spot whatever the cost.
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