We make our 16g CO2 cartridges using fine pure all-natural CO2 from wells in Europe. Beverage grade gas in clean 16g cartridges with the standard non-threaded necks and easy seal puncture caps.

Empty cartridges should be put in with household recyclables such as soup and beverage cans. They are crafted from low carbon steel, designed to meet the demanding needs of the beverage industry.

We weld these closed with a puncture cap. This means years of shelf life with no leakage. Nothing gets in, nothing gets out until you screw it into one of our puncturing regulators and pierce the cap.

Back Story

The Leland CO2 PicnicTap® series of products were developed in 1997 and although we were already putting beverage grade CO2 into gas cartridges since 1965, we had not yet packaged CO2 specifically for draft beer applications. We had a lot of hurdles to clear with respect to the main US breweries. Getting approval is never easy, but with big breweries it took a couple years and a lot of explaining.

We wanted their blessing to dispense their beer. They have quality standards and brewers are very particular about CO2 as it is a key ingredient. One aspect is called mouth feel. When CO2 saturates into water it becomes carbonic acid and the fizz you get on your tongue are tiny droplets of acid. Depending on what else you recently had in your mouth will also make a difference…we digress….CO2 content in a beverage matters.

Now here we are, dozens of breweries around the world love our draft beer products because we pay attention to the quality. We have steady customers for decades and beer, well, it is a glorious invention:

The origin of beer is a story of rich cultural heritage and ancient tradition. For over 6,000 years, beer has been brewed and enjoyed by people across the globe, with evidence of its production dating back to ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and China. The earliest known evidence of beer production comes from the ancient Sumerian city of Uruk in Mesopotamia, where clay tablets from around 4000 BCE describe the brewing process.

The art of beer-making was also revered in ancient Egypt, where beer was considered a sacred drink and was used as a form of payment for workers during construction of the pyramids. In China, the art of brewing was refined and perfected during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE), with the invention of new techniques and ingredients.

Throughout history, beer has played a significant role in shaping cultures, economies, and societies. It has brought people together, fostered community and camaraderie, and been a symbol of celebration and joy. Today, beer remains a beloved beverage around the world, with countless varieties and styles that continue to delight palates and bring people together. Its rich history is a testament to the power of tradition, innovation, and human ingenuity.