Beer with a nitrogen capsule. Why is there a ball in Guinness?
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You've probably drunk beer with a nitrogen capsule. But do you know what the ball in Guinness is for? Many people think the nitrogen capsule is so named because nitrogen is pumped into it before pouring the beer. This isn't entirely true. Guinness with a nitrogen capsule is produced in a slightly different way. Initially, it contains ordinary air. So why is a nitrogen capsule called "nitrogen"? Actually, when they say beer is nitrogen-filled, it means that during production, liquid nitrogen is poured into the beer can, which is then infused into the capsule. The beer with the nitrogen capsule is sealed and heated. Then, once the can is in the hands of the consumer, the real magic happens. The nitrogen capsule's workings are revealed. When opened, the beer with the capsule begins to foam due to the pressure difference and the movement of the ball within the can. Now you know why there's a ball in the beer can. By the way, the correct name for this device is a widget. Incidentally, alcohol, even with nitrogen, is harmful to your health, so kids, don't drink it. The main thing is that now, even if you're a teetotaler, you can explain to anyone what a capsule is in beer. If you enjoy Irish beers like stout or porter and want to learn more about beer production, then welcome.