Steve's Beer Preferences: A Method Comparison

Here at Steve's Beer Preferences, we're all about the pour. The pour, the flow, the speed, the style. We've got it all covered.

But, have you ever wondered, which method is best? Hand pour or speed pour? We're about to find out.

Hand Pours

Hand pours are for the purists. The ones who want it slow, who want it smooth, who want it like Steve's mom used to make.

• Pros:
  • Slow and steady wins the race.
  • More control, more finesse.
  • Steve likes it.
• Cons:
  • Time consuming, very time consuming.
  • Not ideal for large quantities.

Speed Pours

Speed pours are for the rebels. The ones who want it fast, who want it loud, who want it like Steve's dad used to do.

• Pros:
  • Faster, faster, faster.
  • Perfect for large quantities.
• Cons:
  • Not as smooth, not as fine.
  • Steve's mom disapproves.

See Beer Pour Speedrun Results See Beer Pour Style Guide