Whether you’re dreaming of a full home beer bar or simply want better pints without the DIY headache, the right setup makes all the difference. With BeerTender and BLADE, you can skip the tools, the pallets and the planning, and go straight to pouring pub-quality draught at home. Add great glassware, a few thoughtful accessories and your favourite kegs, and you’ll have a home bar that’s ready for any occasion. Now all that’s left to do is pull the handle and enjoy!
How to build a bar on a budget
Build a home beer bar with no DIY stress
Lots of articles and DIY forums will tell you to build a bar from scratch using pallets, kitchen islands or workbenches. Not only does this often require woodworking experience, but it can also involve costly materials, specialist tools and a lot of time.
If you’re searching for home bar ideas, but don’t want a full DIY project, we have a far simpler solution.
The easy home beer bar setup
A state-of-the-art home beer tap gives you the look, feel and quality of a pub without needing to build anything at all. Just plug in, load a keg and start pouring.
At Beerwulf, we offer two home draught systems depending on your space, budget and beer preferences:our 5L BeerTender and 8L BLADE home draught machines.
BeerTender beer tap (5L)
With its sleek black finish and rounded lines, the BeerTender beer tap is perfect for kitchens, flats and smaller home bars. Designed by SEB, it works exclusively with 5L draught kegs and delivers consistently cold beer with a perfect head.
Features:
- Holds 5L of beer, or 9 pub-quality pints
- A beer at 4°C with a perfect head
- 30-day shelf-life for top-quality beer
- Top brands such as Desperados, Heineken & more
BLADE beer tap (8L)
If you’re serious about your home beer bar setup, the BLADE beer tap is the ultimate upgrade. Designed to mirror professional bar equipment, it delivers pub-quality pours with minimal effort.
Features:
- Holds 8L BLADE kegs (around 14 pints)
- Professional draught quality at home
- Sleek, premium design for bars and countertops
- Big-name beers like Cruzcampo, Birra Moretti and more
You can also join the BLADE Community on Facebook!
Starter Packs: the fastest way to get pouring
Whichever system you choose, our Starter Packs make it even easier. Each pack includes:
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A beer tap (BeerTender or BLADE)
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Compatible kegs
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Everything you need to get started immediately
No tools, no plumbing, no DIY skills... just plug in and pour!
Other home bar ideas
At Beerwulf, we have lots of other products to get your home bar sorted and properly kitted out. Complete the look with standalone draught kegs. These 5L “mini” kegs are great if you’re hosting a few people or you want to have a few choices available.
In the summer months, why not set your bar up outside and enjoy some summer beer moments? Fresh, cold pints of draught beer in the sunshine, is what every pub lover dreams of. Make it the most sought after pub garden with some salt and vinegar crisps, scampi fries and dry roasted peanuts to top it all off.
Get some great glassware!
No bar equipment guide is complete without proper beer glasses. The right glass enhances aroma, flavour and presentation (learn more about the different types of beer glasses here).
Finish with the right accessories
Add the final touches to your DIY-style home bar.
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Bar mats and coasters
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Bottle openers
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BLADE tap handles & stickers
It’s these details that elevate a simple setup into a proper home beer bar.