Kegerator conversion kits can be used to transform more than just refrigerators into functioning beer taps. With the proper equipment, mini-fridges, ice chests, and coolers can also be modified into kegs. This means you have access to freshly tapped beer whether you're tailgating, heading out for a picnic or barbecue, or just staying at home to watch the game on TV.

The kegerator conversion kit you choose will depend on the type of container you're converting. For a standard "kitchen" refrigerator, you'll need a kit that can help you drill through your fridge door in order to make the air and beer line connections. The same is necessary for coolers and chests, although these obviously require less complicated construction.

Choosing Kegerator Conversion Kits

If you're a home beer brewing maven, there are kegerator conversion kits manufactured especially for you. Some of these come with optional CO2 tanks since many home brewers already own them and don't need to spend the money on a second one. Moreover, these homebrew kits are rigged out with fittings that complement the Pepsi and "Corny" kegs that lots of home brewers use.

For those who may be hosting parties and don't want to drill through their refrigerators, there are conversion kits made for the task. Such kits are notably popular with couples who disagree on whether to make permanent modifications to a major household appliance. These "party" kits are kind of like the temporary tattoos of the beer kegging world--just enough daring without the long-lasting consequences.