Test of a SEB BeerTender VB310E10 beer dispenser (for 5L Heineken, Desperados, etc. kegs)
This beer dispenser is the SEB BeerTender VB310E10 model.
I've been using it since 2017, mainly with Heineken and Desperados kegs.
The package contains:
The beer dispenser
Foam collection tray
10 BeerTender tubes in individual bags
Set of 15 stickers (3 Edelweiss, 3 Affligen, 3 Pelforth, 3 Desperados, 3 BeerTender)
Instructions in French
Assembly diagram
"Club BeerTender" envelope
The device measures 27.4 x 45.2 x 50.5 cm and weighs 5.5 kg. Its power is 70 W. It is equipped with a cooling system that keeps the keg at the right temperature.
Most supermarkets offer 5-liter kegs in the "alcohol" section that are compatible with the BeerTender VB310E10. Simply check the kegs to see if they say "BeerTender Compatible."
A keg takes a long time to cool: you have to wait several hours for it to reach the right temperature (4°C). When this temperature is reached, a green light comes on.
To make a successful beer, the instructions explain that you need a clean glass rinsed with cold water and that the tap should be firmly open.
When opening a new keg, the first glass contains a lot of foam, which is normal.
The amount of foam obtained depends on the size and shape of the glass, but also on the brand of beer used. I get less foam with a keg of Desperados than with a keg of Heineken.
It's also possible that some kegs are mishandled during transport to supermarkets. This can cause an abnormal amount of foam when pouring.
After several years of use, this machine is still functional and pleasant to use; I find the 5L kegs a bit bulky for a "moderate drinking" couple.
Note that the connection hoses can be ordered free of charge on the Beerwulf website, with a limit of 6 per year.
Pros:
Fresh beer
Attractive design
Compatible with different beers
Easy to find compatible kegs
Removable tap handle (child protection)
Instructions in French
Cons:
Too long cooling time
Lots of foam
Quite bulky unit
5L, too large a capacity for a couple
Climaxe
This SEB BeerTender VB310E10 beer dispenser is currently unavailable.
An equivalent and good quality model (Krups Beertender) can be found here: https://amzn.to/3Qa41Sn