What is a Jockey Box?
A jockey box is a portable draft beer dispensing system built into an insulated cooler. It allows you to serve perfectly chilled draft beer wherever you are—no electricity required.
How Does a Jockey Box Work?
Here's the simple process:
- Beer from the Keg: Beer flows from a keg into stainless steel coils submerged in ice inside the cooler.
- Instant Chilling: As beer travels through these coils, it's quickly chilled down to the ideal serving temperature.
- Perfect Pour: Chilled beer exits through a faucet mounted on the cooler, resulting in a cold, perfectly carbonated pour every time.
Primary Benefits of a Jockey Box
Portability
Lightweight, easy to transport, and perfect for outdoor events. Quickly set up anywhere you need cold draft beer.
High-Quality Pour
Uses CO₂ instead of air, maintaining perfect carbonation and freshness without foamy waste.
No Electricity Needed
Operates entirely off ice and CO₂ gas, ideal for remote locations or areas without reliable power.
Who Benefits Most from a Jockey Box?
Jockey boxes are ideal for mobile bar operators, catering services, brewery staff at festivals, and event organizers who want to offer draft-quality beer anywhere. Whether you're at a tailgate, wedding, or community event, a jockey box ensures each pour is cold, refreshing, and professional.
Do I have everything I need?
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Jockey Box
The centerpiece of your draft system. It uses stainless steel coils submerged in ice to instantly chill your beverage as it’s served—no electricity needed. Cold pours, anywhere.
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Dispensing Kit
This is everything that connects your kegs to the jockey box and supplies the pressure. It includes keg couplers, beverage lines, gas lines, a gas manifold, and a CO₂ regulator. Designed for seamless setup and dependable performance in the field.
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CO2 Tank
Typically CO₂. This is the driving force that pushes your beer or cocktail through the lines. The right gas keeps your beverage carbonated, fresh, and flowing from keg to tap.
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