I already own a 128oz growler with a really nice durable handle in the 128oz size. I got it from REI. There was an extra accessory called a Keg top. I bought it along with the 12gram CO2 cartridges. Since the products nor my experiences with both companies were not perfect, I feel I can report on this in a unique way. I not comparing apples to oranges. I'm comparing full sized apples to really shiny tiny sized apples.
Growlerwerks growler has a built in CO2 top and a gauge to help dial in the correct pressure to serve up your beverages. They also have a clear section where you can see the level of liquid inside instead of simply guessing. The spout pours out with a nice force. It's impressive to look at. It's lightweight and I love the shape and the vintage look. It came beautifully and safely packaged. There is no way it can get damaged in shipping. There is nothing I don't find pleasing to the eye about my growlerwerks. The Cons are that the generous amount of printed material that arrives with the unit doesn't say much...doesn't instruct very well and is hard to see. Except for the universal symbol that is usually on the knobs of coleman gas stoves and things like that, I wouldn't have known how to install the CO2 cartridge or be confident about what I was doing. It all turned out to be extremely easy although I really do worry about wearing out the threads on the the cap since you never feel a definite stopping point. I try to be careful not to over tighten it. The 8gram cartridge was only good for one single use plus running water through it (which you MUST do). You really don't have a way to measure how much gas is left in the tiny cartridge. Customer service never responded to my inquiry. I had concerns about trying the 12g cartridge in it and I felt the directions were unclear about whether or not I would need an adapter to use my 12gram cartridges. It's been nearly 2 weeks. They didn't bother to address my email. The other con is that it dripped quite a bit from the spout at first. I put a towel under it to catch it. My other growler drips all the time so I was kind of expecting it.
My other growler with the keg top is huge! It has a wonderful handle and a more masculine appearance if you will. It's really durable with a powdercoat finish and 12g cartridges are more easily gotten at local stores than are the 8g. The cons are that it broke the very first time I used it. It was difficult at the campsite to keep up with the CO2 cartridge and filling adapter but I managed not to lose it. Although it said I only had to give the gas once, I had to constantly squirt gas in. The stem inside the nozzle on the inlet on the cap broke on my third time putting in more gas. It leaked constantly but I have to say I was soooooo happy with that growler UNTIL the plastic on the clamp that keeps the caps on broke off too! Customer service was so rude and passive aggressive. They didn't believe me that it broke even though I sent them a receipt of how I had ordered replacement parts for it. I had kept the broken piece for a while while they were considering what to do but by the time they asked me for a photo of the broken piece I had lost it. Needless to say customer service at both places kind of sucks. Customer service at REI is wonderful but I chose to report my bad experience to that company so that they could have the chance to improve the quality of their plastics. I eventually had to replace my 128oz growler from REI because of all the breaking plastic things. Even though customer service was hella rude and acknowledged nothing--apologized for nothing, they DID send me replacement parts for the cap as well as some CO2 cartridges and a little clip to help the hose from sagging and thus curb excess dripping.
In conclusion, I wish I had purchased the 128oz growler from Growlerwerks. Even though their customer service is neglectful, I feel their product is going to outlast that of the competitor. I love the convenience of the built in CO2 cartridge as there is nothing to misplace! This growlerwerks handle is smaller so it fits better in my picnic backpack. I LOVE picnics! It oozes style and luxury. It's way more impressive than my other growler. Both have their uses but if I had it over again to do, I'd pick the Growlerwerks one even though it is pricier. Neither one are for people on a budget so I don't really think that should even be a factor.
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The uKeg is the world's most innovative draft beer growler. It keeps beverages fresh, cold and carbonated, and goes wherever you go. Toast to flavor and friends.
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Within the first day I ran it through a couple of tests which I used water/CO2 cartridges (no way I was going to waste beer if t
I've had this for about 48 hours now and can say I have no major issues to speak of.Within the first day I ran it through a couple of tests which I used water/CO2 cartridges (no way I was going to waste beer if there were leaks or unable to hold pressure.) Pressure is definitely not an issue as I set it for 10 PSI, ran through a couple pints, and it still maintained. Then did an over night test and it was still fine. Now I have put beer in it, since yesterday, ran through a couple glasses of it and again pressure is maintained.Now while no major leaks there is a leak when you depress the handle/right above the spout. Nothing major and I've reached out to Growlerwerks b/c based on design I think this might be expected to see some leakage. Here is a quick video showing it when I was using just water: https://youtu.be/41uT2_Z_K-YAesthetically it's 99% perfect. There are some tool marks but again nothing to be worried over. See the pics for yourself to make your own determination. When I took this to a local brewery everyone was like "What is this?", "That is awesome looking", "I want one" So yes, you could scrutinize over some small marks, but in reality most people don't notice them. And I knew first batches of anything from KS are usually beta at best with numerous things that get worked out. It's part of backing a project is that you are getting a first run of a product and there is potential for issues especially when you are dealing with overseas manufacturing.Also, I like many others, are a backer on Kickstarter. I knew going, in as I've funded many projects on KS, that when we get the reward could be a long wait. So being also impatient I went out and purchased this from Amazon for a premium. As to why Amazon got this before individual backers I can only assume they backed in bulk and were one of the first to do so. Again, I'm assuming but it is logical.Anyways, as of this writing I have zero regrets b/c I have a working and eye turning growler.
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