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Bottled or kegged, which lasts longer?

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bnmir

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I'm still a bottle conditioner, but I was wondering, does kegged beer last longer than bottled, or does bottle conditioned have better longevity?
I like to have a variety of styles on hand, but only brew once a month or less.
 
I would imagine it would be the same as long as the keg has a good seal, but I guess that also applies to bottles.
 
Bottles last longer for me, I find it easier and more enjoyable to pull the tap handle to get my beverage or choice rather than popping a cap therefore empty kegs pretty quickly. Strickly personal infor and opinion on this one. Sorry could resist!
 
You are good either way; we've had both last well over a year. As long as you keep your keg pressured up between uses, it's no problem. I've had bottles that have been around for a few years and they still taste fine and are carbonated.
 
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