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www.OntarioBeerKegs.com Family operated in Mitchell Ontario. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service and all your Many shops claim to be the best.
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Our goal is to provide excellent customer service and all your beer needs from grain to keg. Check us out, we feel no such claims are needed!

Confused and amused. So much going on. And yet it works.
06/13/2026

Confused and amused. So much going on. And yet it works.

06/11/2026

Yes, it is in stock. If the website says it is in stock, we have it!

I get asked so many times a day that I'm thinking about making it an auto responder that it is indeed in stock.

Is it really that bad out there that people are this worried about stock levels with stores they have to email before committing to a purchase?

And how do we get consumer confidence on our website back?

Help me, to help you, spend money!

Summer—the most wonderful time to drink beer! But it also brings some challenges when buying ingredients online. Here's ...
06/08/2026

Summer—the most wonderful time to drink beer! But it also brings some challenges when buying ingredients online. Here's a breakdown of what to expect and a few tips to help keep your ingredients in top condition.

Grain (whole)
Ensure you purchase grain from a clean supplier. ​Ask them if they are Canadian Food Inspection Agency certified and inspected. Store it in a cool, dark, and airtight location to prevent any pests from hatching (Pests can hatch with days if hot and humid). If stored properly, grain can last for a decade; if you are ever unsure of its quality, simply taste it.

Grain (crushed)
Use crushed grain as soon as possible. Once the husk is crushed, it no longer provides a protective barrier against pests, and the grain begins to stale much like a loaf of bread. If you need to store it for a week or two, keep it in the refrigerator.

Extract (Liquid)
Avoid excessive heat, as it can darken the grain, increase the SRM, and alter the flavor profile. Refrigeration isn't necessary, but storing it in a cool, dark place—or anywhere with air conditioning—is recommended.

Extract (Dry)
Malt extract can tolerate some heat and normal room temperatures without issue. However, it is highly hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture from the air. In humid summer conditions, it can become sticky and eventually turn into a paste. Keep it stored in an airtight container—really airtight.

Hops
Look for hops in factory-packaged, nitrogen-flushed Mylar bags. They are shelf-stable during transit at any time of year. Once opened, vacuum-seal any leftovers or use a straw to remove the air from a resealable bag before storing them in the freezer. If you ever doubt the quality, trust your nose. They will lose potency with time, but will last much longer then you may think.

Dry Yeast
For consistent results, I recommend using a starter every time. Dry yeast should be kept in the refrigerator for short-term use (a few months) or in a deep freezer for long-term storage (up to several years), even beyond the "best before" date.

Liquid Yeast (Local)
If you are purchasing liquid yeast locally, bring a cooler with ice and transport it home immediately for use. Do a seance to the freshness gods.

Liquid Yeast (Online)
Retailers often ship liquid yeast with insulated mailers and ice packs. The ice packs are small and may thaw within a few hours, while the mailers can provide protection for 12–24 hours on a hot day. It is normal for liquid yeast to arrive warm to the touch, as it is shipped through standard parcel services rather than refrigerated transport. We recommend purchasing liquid yeast online only if you are comfortable evaluating yeast health and making starters.

*Liquid yeast is not as delicate as many people think. We once revived a 4-year-old vial of WLP001 that had been sitting under a hot refrigerator. The resulting beer tasted just fine.

Fridge cleanup day and I'm too lazy to have a graphic made. So here's a screenshot. if you want to get some free yeast t...
06/04/2026

Fridge cleanup day and I'm too lazy to have a graphic made. So here's a screenshot. if you want to get some free yeast that is getting close to 2 months or less on the best before date. Just ask in your order comments. We don't sell the oldies we just give it away. (While it lasts, no promises)

First for everything I guess. Customer return of a defective Fermzilla conical. This is what they sent back lol
05/22/2026

First for everything I guess. Customer return of a defective Fermzilla conical. This is what they sent back lol

Schlitz was not on my 2026 bingo card.
05/20/2026

Schlitz was not on my 2026 bingo card.

Ouch, ouch, ouch. That surcharge wow. This is just a pot going to Quebec. Ten pounds of air in a big box. Shipping charg...
05/06/2026

Ouch, ouch, ouch. That surcharge wow. This is just a pot going to Quebec. Ten pounds of air in a big box. Shipping charges are out of control.

How many kit kats are too many for a five gallon batch? Asking for a friend.
04/08/2026

How many kit kats are too many for a five gallon batch? Asking for a friend.

This is a great price for a "set and forget" distilling set up. No sketchy wiring or chopped up kegs. The Air Still Pro ...
04/01/2026

This is a great price for a "set and forget" distilling set up. No sketchy wiring or chopped up kegs.

The Air Still Pro costs significantly more and only has a 4l capacity. This bad boy? 30 liter giant boiler.

https://www.ontariobeerkegs.com/Boilers_c_1571.html

S​hiny new products looking for a new home! While our website displays a limited selection at once, we have added hundre...
03/27/2026

S​hiny new products looking for a new home! While our website displays a limited selection at once, we have added hundreds of new items in the past 90 days alone.

If you haven't visited us lately, please take a look around. Also, be sure to check out our rotating sales, which change every week. https://www.ontariobeerkegs.com/latest-products.html

Address

94 Wimpole Street
Mitchell, ON
N0K1N0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

18555342337

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