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Commercial Keg Tap | Beer Tap | 3/4 Inch Connector | GP171
£11.46
/ exc vat
£13.75/ inc vat
- No-Drip Design
- Removable Eye
- Food-Safe Materials
- Hard Taper Fit
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Product Overview
Thinking about upgrading your bar setup? This Beaumont GP171 commercial beer keg tap is a real workhorse, designed for pubs, bars, and event caterers who take their cask ale seriously. It’s a straightforward, no-nonsense piece of kit that does one job and does it brilliantly: pouring the perfect pint without any fuss or mess. With its standard 3/4 inch connector, it's ready to fit into most existing setups right out of the box.
Crafted from durable, food-safe materials, this tap ensures the authentic flavour of your ale is never compromised. The design focuses on reliability and ease of use, featuring a hard taper for a secure, leak-proof fit and a removable eye that makes cleaning a breeze. It’s the kind of essential equipment that works so well you’ll forget it’s even there, letting you focus on serving happy customers.
If you're tired of sticky counters and wasted product from leaky, old taps, this is your solution. The smooth opening and closing action gives you total control over every pour. Make a small change that delivers a big improvement to your bar's efficiency and cleanliness with this indispensable keg tap for pubs.
Key Features and Benefits
- No-Drip Design: Stops wasted ale, keeping your bar tops clean and dry.
- Removable Eye: Makes deep cleaning an absolute doddle for top-notch hygiene.
- Food-Safe Materials: Guarantees the pure, untainted flavour of your carefully crafted ales.
- Hard Taper Fit: Creates a super-secure, leak-proof seal with the cask every time.
- Smooth Operation: Allows for a precise, easy pour, reducing unwanted froth.
- Cask Ale Optimised: Perfectly designed for traditional cask ales for an authentic pub experience.
- 3/4 Inch Connector: Offers wide compatibility with standard UK cask and keg setups.
- Durable Construction: Built tough to handle the pace of a busy commercial bar.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Beaumont
- SKU: GP171
- Connector: 3/4 Inch
- Dimensions: 25.4(H) mm
- Weight: 0.12kg
- Colour: Black
- Material: Food-Safe Plastic
- Suitable For: Cask Ales
Expert Review and Insights
The Beaumont GP171 is one of those bits of kit you don't think about until it fails. This one just works. It's solid, the seal is spot-on, and the action is smooth. For any publican serious about their cask ale, it's a no-brainer for reliability and consistent performance behind the bar.
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- Built to Last: The hard taper and robust build mean fewer leaks and replacements.
- Back to Basics: Lacks advanced features like flow control, focusing purely on simple, reliable tapping.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Masons Arms, a historic pub in Cardiff, was constantly dealing with sticky bar tops and lost revenue from their old, dripping cask ale taps. They needed a simple, robust replacement that could handle a busy weekend service.
"Our old taps were a constant headache. We were losing profits drip by drip and the bar was always a mess. We needed something simple and reliable that our staff could trust to do the job properly."
Gareth Evans – Landlord, The Masons Arms
Since switching to the Beaumont GP171 taps across all their ale lines, they have virtually eliminated wastage and cut down bar cleanup time, allowing staff to serve customers more efficiently during peak hours.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, always give the tap a good rinse with clean, cool water.
- Make sure the cask shive is clean and properly prepared before you attempt to insert the tap.
- Apply firm, even pressure to insert the tap, letting the hard taper create a snug, secure seal.
- Check that the 3/4 inch keg tap connector is securely fastened to your beer line to prevent leaks.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the tap regularly with a suitable line cleaner to prevent any flavour contamination between casks.
- The handy removable eye allows you to get right inside the spout for a really thorough clean.
- Give it a quick check for any signs of wear and tear periodically, especially on the main seal.
- Store it in a clean, dry place when not in use to keep it in top condition for longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this tap suitable for lager or cider kegs?
A: This tap is designed specifically for non-pressurised cask ales. For pressurised kegs containing lager or cider, you'll need a specific keg coupler (like a Sankey or Grundy).
Q: What does the 'removable eye' do?
A: It's a small part of the spout that can be taken out. This gives you better access to the inside of the tap, making it much easier to give it a proper, thorough clean.
Q: What is a 'hard taper'?
A: It refers to the rigid, cone shape of the tap's nozzle. This design ensures a very tight, leak-proof seal when it's inserted into the cask's shive.
Q: Is the 3/4 inch connector a standard size in the UK?
A: Yes, the 3/4 inch BSP thread is a very common standard for cask ale equipment in UK pubs and bars, so it should fit most setups.
Q: How do I clean the GP171 beer tap?
A: It's simple. Use a standard food-safe beer line cleaner, following the product's instructions, and then rinse it thoroughly with fresh water. The removable eye helps with this.
Q: Is this tap difficult to install?
A: Not at all. It's designed for a straightforward, firm push-fit into a prepared cask. No special tools are needed.
Q: Will this tap affect the taste of my beer?
A: Absolutely not. It is made from certified food-safe materials that are inert, meaning they won't taint or alter the flavour of your ale.
Q: Is this suitable for a mobile bar?
A: Yes, it's perfect for it. At just 0.12kg, it's incredibly lightweight and its durable build can handle the knocks of transport and event use.
The Beaumont Standard: Reliability in Every Pour
Beaumont is a name that's been behind British bars for decades, and the GP171 commercial keg tap is a perfect example of why. It isn't about flashy, complex features; it's about uncompromising reliability that you can count on. For a landlord or bar manager, an unreliable tap means more than just a drip—it means lost profit, a messy work environment, and frustrated staff. This commercial beer tap dispenser is engineered to prevent those headaches. Its simple, robust design using trusted food-safe materials ensures it performs consistently, night after night. Investing in a Beaumont tap is an investment in smoother operations, better hygiene, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your most essential equipment won't let you down during a busy service.
Explore more from BeaumontWhat Does 'Hard Taper' Actually Mean for Your Bar?
You've seen 'hard taper' listed, but what is it really? Think of it like a perfectly shaped key for a lock. Cheaper taps might use a soft, flexible material that can warp or compress over time. This creates tiny gaps, which lead to those annoying, sticky drips. A 'hard taper' means this commercial beer keg tap is precision-moulded from a rigid material to fit the cask's opening perfectly and firmly, without deforming. This creates a tight, secure seal from the get-go, stopping leaks before they even start and ensuring every last drop of your valuable ale ends up in the glass, not on your bar mat.
Who Should Buy This?
- Traditional Pubs & Freehouses: An essential for serving a perfect, non-drip pint of real ale to your regulars.
- Mobile Bar Operators: Its lightweight, durable build is perfect for serving at festivals, weddings, and pop-up events.
- Microbreweries & Taprooms: A reliable GP171 beer tap to showcase your craft ales directly from the cask.
- Social Clubs & Event Venues: A simple, effective solution for temporary bar setups serving quality cask beer.
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