Monday, 11 July 2016

This is how KLM plans to serve draft beer at 35,000 feet

This is how KLM plans to serve draft beer at 35,000 feet

Flying at 35,000 feet has always been a challenge for airlines in the culinary department. Our taste buds are about 30% less receptive to sweet and salty foods, making meals a bit less enjoyable. The reduced air pressure has also hindered airlines from serving draft beer straight from the tap, but KLM and Heineken have found a solution to this. It’s not the first time draft beer is being served on board a flight, but KLM’s technique seems to be more practical. Traditional carbon dioxide cartridges and tanks cannot be used at cruising altitudes as the low air cabin pressure results in a mostly foamy drink, which no one really wants.
Read more: http://www.trymodern.com/article/881/klm-draught-beer?source=Snapzu

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