Tap Doctor

Tap Doctor Beer and Wine Line Cleaning
Draft System Service and Maintenance The faucets are disassembled and cleaned by hand EVERY TIME the lines are cleaned.

At Tap Doctor, we follow all of the cleaning guidelines set forth by the Brewer’s Association in the Draft Beer Quality Manual. We clean the lines using the recirculation method at the proper chemical concentration and temperature for at least 15 minutes. The recirculation method is up to 80 TIMES more effective than the old school static or “can” method. Running clean beer through a dirty faucet is like serving a gourmet meal in a garbage can. Finally, the lines are always flushed with clean fresh water… NOT your expensive beer. Not only is the practice of flushing with beer wasteful, it is also potentially dangerous.

06/05/2025

Proper Beer Line Cleaning Matters—for Taste, Reputation, and Profits! 🍺🫧

Commercial beer line cleaning isn’t just a best practice—it’s essential. Brewers invest significant time and care into crafting high-quality beer, but all that effort can be lost the moment it passes through a dirty line. Poor line maintenance can affect flavor, hurt your reputation, and ultimately impact your bottom line.

Following proper cleaning procedures is critical for any business to succeed. Sticking to, at the very least, a bi-weekly cleaning schedule helps ensure every pour is as fresh and safe as intended.

Here are a few key steps to keep your beer lines clean and your customers happy:

✅ Establish a consistent maintenance schedule - every 2 weeks
✅ Use effective, Micro Matic brewery-recommended cleaning chemicals
✅ Invest in a high-quality electric recirculating pump for deep cleaning
✅ Make sure to thoroughly clean couplers, faucets, etc.

Don’t underestimate the impact of well-maintained beer lines. It's not just about profits—it's also about delivering a great experience and ensuring the safety of your customers.

02/08/2025

Investing in proper beer line cleaning is crucial for serving top-quality draft beer and keeping your business thriving. 🍺💸 When lines are neglected, beer quality declines, leading to off-flavors, customer complaints, and lost sales. Regular cleaning ensures every pint tastes as the brewer intended, turning what might seem like an expense into a high-return investment.

Failing to clean beer lines can have costly consequences—lost revenue, refunds, and customers switching to bottled or canned beer. Worse yet, dissatisfied patrons may take their business elsewhere. 🚫😬 Just one bad experience can trigger a ripple effect, and the cost of lost business will far outweigh the price of routine maintenance. By following proper cleaning protocols, you safeguard your draft beer’s quality, enhance customer satisfaction, and boost your bottom line. 📈🍻

01/31/2025

The Doctor is in.

Sutter’s Mill is open under new ownership, and the kegs are tapped.

Sutters Mill is a Bar & Grill operating since 1984. Serving American food and beverages. $$

We have the best clients.
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We have the best clients.

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Two of my favorite things… MMA, and clean draft beer!
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Monday Night Football Special… Freshly cleaned beer lines!
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