Since 1986, U.S. Cooler has been a leading manufacturer of walk-in coolers and freezers. Our Brew Cave® line of coolers provides exceptional quality and versatility. Whether you’re a brewer, retailer, or an at-home beer enthusiast, Brew Cave ® has a solution for you.
Energy Efficiency
Our panels exceed efficiency standards for walk-ins set by EISA and utilize closed-cell foam for moisture resistance. These panels create an airtight seal with tongue and groove construction and gasketed edges. Insulated floors are not required in walk-in coolers but are available for those seeking maximum efficiency. Our standard galvalume finish provides rust and corrosion resistance for damp environments. This finish helps to protect the insulation and will keep your walk-in operating efficiently for years to come. Efficient refrigeration systems are supplied to conform to your space requirements and holding temperature for your beer. Other options to increase the efficiency of your walk-in are available such as vinyl strip curtains and LED lighting
Features
∙ 4” Thick modular panels
∙ High R-value insulation
∙ Efficient refrigeration systems
∙ Large doors for forklifts available
∙ Over 20 metal colors optional
Attention to Detail
Brew Cave® has an automated manufacturing process to create precision-cut panels. Our modular panels create an airtight seal and construct easily with just a hex wrench. Each Brew Cave® is test-assembled and inspected before shipment to ensure it is free of defects or damage.
With these attractive qualities and customization elements offered at reasonable prices, U.S. Cooler® is the best choice to fulfill all of your walk-in cooler and freezer needs.
Custom Configurations
No matter how large or small the project, let us know your requirements and U.S. Cooler® will build a Brew Cave® to suit your needs.
Products
Growler Houses
Brewery tap houses with growler filling stations are a growing trend. Make it easy for your customers to head home with a growler of their favorite brew. Installing a station will keep your fans coming back, again and again, to refill their growlers with beer that has that fresh-from-the-keg taste.
The Growler House by Brew Cave® makes all this possible by storing all the kegs necessary in a refrigerated environment. The kegs can be kept in individual compartments in an under-counter refrigerator or housed in a back room walk-in cooler.
Warehouses
If you have large quantities of cases of beer or kegs that need storing, Brew Cave® can help. We’ve designed dozens of modular refrigerated warehouse buildings. Our warehouses are consist of lightweight panels that are easy to assemble and contain a 4″ insulating foam core to hold the cold in.
Brew Walls
For the craft brewery, a brew wall where your fans can enjoy a pint of your freshest brew is almost mandatory. Our walk-in coolers for brew walls provide the perfect solution to keeping your beer ice cold. Beer taps can be affixed to the side of the cooler, or can be dispensed from a remote bar area.
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Residential Brew Cave ®
The Brew Cave® is the largest kegerator on the residential market. It can hold over 30 cases of beer along with 6 kegs for just in case. The refrigeration is designed to hold the inside temperature at a crisp 32 degrees, to ensure a refreshing experience for each and every beer. Our modular panels consist of 4” thick vapor-proof insulation, you can rest assured that they’ll stay that way. The Brew Cave® unit is shipped to you quickly with setup taking only a couple of hours! The Brew Cave® includes a draft beer dispensing system for convenience and can be retrofitted with more taps. It also has a locking glass door to deter would-be beer thieves. Whether you want to entertain guests, run a small bar, share your homebrews or keep it all to yourself, the Brew Cave® is your beer storage solution
Floor Screeds
Floor screeds are provided for all floorless Brew Caves®. These screeds are vinyl, and have NSF® approved cove both inside and out.
Panel Finish
Standard metal finish of the panels for interior or exterior walls and ceilings is black stucco embossed galvanized steel. Additional color options are available.
Insulation
Extruded Polystyrene: All wall and ceiling insulation is 4” thick, high quality, rigid extruded polystyrene, 1.6 lb density. K factor of not more than .139 and an R factor of not less than 7.2 per inch, initial fresh R-28.8 minimum total wall R factor. Vapor transmission shall be less than 1 perm and foam core material must meet UL 5 flame spread rating with average smoke rating less than 165. (UL 723)(UL 723)
Specifications
Brew Caves® are constructed of prefabricated, precision-formed, modular panels designed for accurate, rapid field assembly. Brew Caves® are test assembled at the factory for quality assurance.
Drawings and Instructions
Each Brew Cave® includes a set of installation instructions and a lay-out drawing. All panels have a panel identification number corresponding with the lay-out drawing to facilitate rapid and accurate field erection.
Beer Dispensing Kit
Aluminum CO2 tank (empty), keg coupler, double gauge CO2 regulator, chrome faucet head, faucet knob, 5” shank, beer line with connectors, air line with clamps, tap soother faucet cap, 6” wall mount drip tray (stainless steel with drain), drip tray dimensions: 11”H, 6”W, 4 3/4”D. Multiple faucet kits may be installed aftermarket.
Glass Doors
Anthony Model 403B normal temp, 30”x81” lockable glass entry door with LED lights. 2-pane heat reflective with argon fill, trimline black handle and frame
Shelving
Shelving fits the back and two side walls, 3 shelves for each wall. Includes two 18” x 48” x 74” black shelves and one 18” x 36” x 74” black shelf.
Refrigeration
Pre-assembled outside refrigeration system, medium temperature, 1 phase, 3/4 horsepower, hermetic 208/230 volt, includes Copeland condensing unit. This must be installed by a licensed HVACR contractor.
Panel Construction
Each panel consists of inner and outer metal skins, a 4″ insulation core, and equipped with cam-action locking devices. The locking devices are operable from inside the Brew Cave®. A hex wrench to operate these cams is supplied. Press-fit plug buttons are provided to seal the wrench holes after assembly is complete. The Brew Cave’s® construction is approved by the National Sanitation Foundation International and shall bear the NSF® Seal of Approval.
Panels are connected to one another by placing the tongue of the insulation core of one panel into the groove of the core insulation of the adjacent panel. The resultant tongue and groove joint is sealed at both sides by double barreled NSF® approved gaskets. In order to avoid future swelling and mold formation, no wood is used in the manufacture of the tongue and groove panel profile.
In addition to our standard black stucco embossed metal finish, U.S. Cooler® now offers over 20 different smooth metal colors for the exterior of your next Brew Cave®. When designing your Brew Cave® project, you can now design your walk-in to blend in or become the focal point of your room.