When it comes to draft beverage quality, glycol management is often overlooked, but it plays a critical role in maintaining consistent temperature, reducing waste, and maximizing profits. Whether you're pouring beer, cocktails, wine, or cold brew, an optimized glycol system ensures every beverage is served at the perfect temperature, exactly as intended.
Why Glycol Management Matters
Glycol is the lifeline of long-draw draft systems, keeping beverages cold as they travel from the keg to the tap. Without proper management, you risk:
Temperature fluctuations, leading to foaming, off-flavors, and product waste
Inconsistent pours, affecting customer experience and brand reputation
Increased energy costs from inefficient cooling cycles
Higher maintenance expenses due to premature equipment wear
The Profit Implications of Poor Glycol Management
An unstable glycol system doesn’t just impact quality—it directly affects your bottom line. Consider these cost factors:
Product Loss – Foamy or warm pours result in wasted beer and lost revenue. Even 1 oz. per pint of waste adds up to thousands of dollars annually.Higher Energy Bills – An inefficient system works harder, driving up electricity costs.
Reputation Damage – Customers notice inconsistencies, leading to lost sales and negative reviews.
Costly Repairs – Overworking your glycol system can lead to premature breakdowns and expensive repairs.
The Solution: Smart Glycol Management with BarTrack
As part of BarTrack’s Smart Draft System™, the Smart Glycol Power Packs™ feature advanced temperature monitoring technology that provides real-time insights into critical temperature data and equipment performance. This technology protects the draft system's refrigeration components from damage before it happens, maximizing operational efficiency and the freshness and safety of valuable inventory.
How it benefits you:
- Smart Monitoring – Actively monitors glycol power packs and walk-in coolers, providing critical temperature data and equipment performance metrics.
- Instant Alerts* – Sends real-time notifications for potential issues.
- Optimal Efficiency – Ensures draft system runs at peak performance.
- Inventory Protection – Safeguards the freshness and safety of valuable inventory.
- Minimized Downtime – Helps reduce system downtime for uninterrupted service.
*Instant alerts and real-time data access require a monthly subscription.
A well-maintained glycol system is essential for delivering the freshest, most consistent draft beverages—and with BarTrack, you can take the guesswork out of managing it.
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