speeding up carbonation

[bguzz]

I know that set it and forget it will take roughly 2 weeks to get me 2.5 volumes at 11lbs @ 36F...or close to it.

If i leave it at that pressure and shake the keg each night, will it carb faster? I can hear the co2 going into the keg when I do this...is it getting me there faster? and how soon?

 

[pelipen]

I know that set it and forget it will take roughly 2 weeks to get me 2.5 volumes at 11lbs @ 36F...or close to it.

If i leave it at that pressure and shake the keg each night, will it carb faster? I can hear the co2 going into the keg when I do this...is it getting me there faster? and how soon?

I've done it that way and had drinkable product in a week. You will definitely take some time off, but it depends how hard and long you shake it. In theory, you could do it in one night if you have strong arms.