Flow Control Block
End the foamy-pour problem at the faucet, not the regulator. The Keg Smiths Flow Control Block sits between your beer line and your tap, letting you slow the pour to a clean, glass-filling stream — perfect for high-carbonation beers, kegs that travel hot, or long beer lines that pull foam.
Why a Flow Control Block
- Fixes foam without flat beer: Slow the pour, not the carbonation. Your beer keeps its body and head; the foam just stops being a fight.
- Travel-friendly: If your keg gets shaken on the way to the campsite, this gives you control as soon as you tap it — no need to let it sit and settle.
- Universal fit: Standard 3/8"-16 faucet thread works with the full Keg Smiths faucet lineup and most aftermarket forward-sealing taps.
Specifications
| Material | Stainless steel body |
|---|---|
| Faucet thread | 3/8"-16 (standard US draft) |
| Adjustment | Manual restrictor — open for full flow, close to slow the pour |
| Use with | Mini keg systems, party pumps, full kegerators |
How to Use
Thread the block between your faucet shank and faucet. Start fully open. Pour a test glass — if foam is excessive, close the block 1/4 turn and pour again. Repeat until you have a clean stream with about a finger of head.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it flatten my beer?
No. It slows the pour, not the carbonation, so the beer keeps its body and head.
Will it fit my faucet?
It uses the standard 3/8"-16 US draft thread, so it works with the full Keg Smiths faucet lineup and most aftermarket forward-sealing taps.
Do I still need to lower my regulator pressure?
Usually not. Keep serving pressure where the beer stays carbonated and use the block to control the pour speed.
Pairs Well With
Drop it inline with our Intertap Chrome Faucet or the Deluxe Faucet. For mini keg setups, pair with the Stainless Steel Flow Control Plug for inline restriction without changing your tap.