Avanti : MBD5L 16in Mini Keg Beer Dispenser

by Avanti

Product Features

• Color: Silver
• Size: 17"H x 15.25"W x 15"D
• CO2 and Refrigerated Beer Tap
• Holds 5L Mini Kegs
• Instructional DVD included

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 18 x 16 inches ; 15 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 39 pounds
• ASIN: B000SB8EMC
• Item model number: MBD5L
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #178,748 in Appliances (See Top 100 in Appliances)

Product Description

Avanti MBD5L Mini Pub Beer Keg Dispenser MBD5L 943

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Do Not Waste Your Time or Money, July 25, 2008

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A. Capaldi (New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Avanti : MBD5L 16in Mini Keg Beer Dispenser

I purchased the mini beer pub and, like many reviews online, it was defective. There is a leak where the hose meets the CO2 regulator. I have never experienced such a disorganized, poorly managed operation as Avanti customer service. First of all it took 4 phone calls before I wasn't disconnected and got to talk to someone. Then, the person answering the phone has absolutely no idea what I was talking about. Instead of transferring me to someone else, she tried to relay the information, with someone else yelling in the background. They told me they would send me parts, but never took my information. I have lost a whole keg of beer of which the company won't compensate me for and 2 CO2 cannisters. I called back and got sent to voice mail after waiting 5 minutes and then on hold again until I finally got someone. I purchased this product because it seemed to be the best value for the type of product, but if I am going to lose money because of defective products, I will pay the extra money in the future and forego some of the features you have so that I don't have to deal with such ineptness. They overnighted me a new regulator. I received the new regulator, no CO2 cartridge replacements. The second regulator leaked worse than the first. The CO2 cartridge emptied in a matter of seconds. I triple checked the tube and made sure it was securely in the regulator, but it didn't matter. I am initiating the return process. I have no desire to ever purchase another Avanti product ever again.

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for homebrew and refills from your local brewery, April 22, 2008

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Samuel H. Hughes "Sam Hughes" (Redmond, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Avanti : MBD5L 16in Mini Keg Beer Dispenser

I am a home brewer, but I don't want a kegerator in my kitchen. This lets me bottle half a batch and keep some on tap for drinking now.

I've also taken my 5L kegs to the local breweries and had them filled, when I want a change. In Redmond, WA the ones that fill are Mac N Jacks, Snoqualmie, and Red Hook (if you ask nicely). I bet Elysian and Baron would do it too, but I haven't been over there yet. It tends to be about $15 for a fill up, which is good cause hops are expensive right now.

If you want this for Heineken, I suggest do yourself a favor and go to a homebrew store, buy an empty 5L for $10, and fill it with anything you want... even Heineken. It's way better and you won't have to hassle with the ever-changing minikegs.

-1 * because the plastic is sorta cheap looking and those stupid cartidges are expensive, and don't last long. I don't officially recommend you do what I did and upgrade the co2 to a 12oz paintball gun canister, which just happens to fit perfectly in the space... and lasts forever... and you can refill for $3 at sports authority. Don't do it. I'm sure it's dangerous and voids the warranty. :)

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice for the Casual Drink, November 14, 2007

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Jorge J. Coelho (Dowingtown, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Avanti : MBD5L 16in Mini Keg Beer Dispenser

If you enjoy a beer from the tap occasionally and you want to do it in the convenience of your home, then look no further. This tap meets those needs very well. The cigarette light adapter was a nice touch for those times when you want to be able to take the unit camping or to a sporting event. The Mini Pub is also surprisingly light. The DVD that accompanies the unit does a great job demonstrating how to get you setup and I definitely recommend this over the written manual. My only two gripes with the tap were: (1) The materials used for the unit could have been of higher quality and (2) the CO2 compartment on the side is midly cumbersome. However, given the drawbacks I would still buy the tap if I had the chance to go back and decide.