Brewing tool
Carbonation Pressure Calculator
Estimate the keg pressure needed for your target carbonation level.
Guide
Before you start
Keg pressure mostly depends on beer temperature and your target CO₂ level. Colder beer needs less pressure to hold the same fizz.
Calculator
Enter your values
Method
How this is estimated
The pressure estimate uses beer temperature and the CO₂ level you want in the keg. Colder beer holds CO₂ more easily, so it needs less pressure than warmer beer. Warmer beer, or a higher carbonation target, needs more pressure.
Safety and limits
A few notes
This is an estimate. Check your regulator, keg, and line ratings. Serving pressure and carbonation pressure are not always the same.
Use accurate measurements for the best estimate.