Sound waves convert the beer’s carbonation into densely compacted, uniform Micro-Foam™ bubbles unlocking that fresh-from-the-tap taste.
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Sound waves convert the beer’s carbonation into densely compacted, uniform Micro-Foam™ bubbles unlocking that fresh-from-the-tap taste.
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FIZZICS WAYTAP
Delicious Draft Beer at Home, with the Help of Science.
Fizzics Technology™ enhances flavor, aroma, texture & taste of any beer.
By leveraging sound waves, Fizzics Waytap converts the beer’s natural carbonation into densely compacted, uniform Micro-Foam™ bubbles unlocking the true taste of any beer, delivering the freshest, fullest flavor like the brewmaster intended.
Place any bottle or can into your Waytap, pull down on the handle and sound waves instantly make denser bubbles, enriching texture and taste.
Dense, tiny bubbles make for better foam and better beer.
This Micro-Foam™ now creates a seal for the body of the beer, locking in the carbonation so the flavor stays fresh from the first sip to the last.
The Benefits of our Patented Fizzics Micro-Foam Technology:
Waytap maintains the carbonation in the body of the beer for the freshest taste while protecting your beer from degradation.
Stretch Goal Unlocked!
In honor of passing $600,000, we've unlocked two beautiful new finishes for the Waytap: Slate Grey and Copper. Check out the perks section for more details!
PRESS REVIEWS OF FIZZICS
See what Engadget, TechCrunch & The Verge had to say about Fizzics Technology after trying it out for themselves.
"It's striking how much different a beer from Fizzics is from one you poured yourself"
"Fizzics makes any beer appear and taste as poured from a keg at the local craft pub"
"Fizzics makes good beer taste great and a pretty bad beer taste pretty good"
Our patented Fizzics® Micro-Foam™ Technology leverages sound waves to convert the beer’s natural carbonation into densely compacted, uniform bubbles that enrich the texture and taste of your beer.
The foam creates a seal for the body of the beer, locking in the carbonation so the flavor stays fresh from the first sip to the last.
A year ago, we introduced Fizzics to the crowdfunding community and the response was incredible. But we didn’t stop there. Fizzics® Waytap™ comes in an even more portable size, making it easier than ever before to enjoy the fresh flavor of your favorite beers.
Our Original Fizzics got a lot of buzz. So we used the same Fizzics® Micro-Foam™ Technology and put it into our new Fizzics® Waytap™.
The Verge
Fox Tech Take
Fox 8 Foothills Brewery
Be Terrific TV
For brewmasters, taste is everything. So we shared our first product with dozens of passionate craftsmen who were grateful to see how we maintained the flavor and freshness of their product—just how they intended it.
Brewmasters are some of the most knowledgeable men and women in the world when it comes to the aromas and flavors of beer. That’s why we brought them our Fizzics technology and let them experience for themselves how it unlocks that fresh-from-the-tap taste.
In this ongoing video series, Fizzics Brewers Spotlight, we visit dozens of breweries around the country to highlight the passion of brewing, get behind the scenes insight into the beers they produce, and to hear just what brewers think of a beer poured with Fizzics Micro-Foam technology.
We begin with Weyerbacher Brewing headquartered in Easton, PA. Founded in 1995 as a brewpub in a livery stable in downtown Easton, Weyerbacher has since successfully grown to become a regional craft production brewery that many have come to know and love for their big, bold, flavorful beers. Weyerbacher celebrated their 21st anniversary this year and they now have a new 40 bbl brewhouse, a pilot system, an advanced lab, a large barrel aging program, and decades of combined brewing experience. Look out for some delicious new recipes coming out soon!
Weyerbacher brewer Christian Mosebach loves using growlers and pouring witbiers and IPAs through the Fizzics Draft Beer System, saying it gives them a nitro sort of feel, and that it “really works!”
Our next stop is Demented Brewing Company in Middlesex, NJ. This team of dedicated and talented brewers are known for putting out a variety of “insanely flavorful ales.” Their rustic building is home to a custom 10 bbl brewhouse, a small barrel aging program, and a tasting room covered in an elaborate, demonic mural. Their approach to brewing is very unique and often changes with consumer preferences, so look out for new and exciting beers on draft at all times!
In this next video, we took the first generation Fizzics to the brewmasters at Lakefront Brewery and Dewey Beer Co., to get their thoughts on the Fizzics system.
Evan Koepnick, Lead Brewer at Lakefront brewery, was a big fan of the Fizzics. Pouring one of his favorite beers from their brewery through the Fizzics, he said “all of a sudden it just came to a new level, and it’s like I found a new appreciation for it out of this Fizzics System.”
Mike Reilly is the Cofounder and Brewmaster at Dewey Beer Co. and tried one of their dry-hopped IPAs in our first generation Fizzics, and said “the head really gives it that fragrance that I’m after all the time!”
We launched our first product with the hopes that like-minded beer lovers would enjoy a fresher-tasting beer as much as we do. And they did.
We’ve combined the functionality of a traditional bar tap with a contemporary design for the home, so Fizzics Waytap doesn’t just pour works of art—it looks like one, too.
Fizzics Waytap works with any can or bottle of beer, up to a 25 oz can or 12 oz bottle.
Place the can or bottle in the chamber. Pull the tap for beer. Push the tap for foam.
We left no bell or whistle unturned in our R&D exploration, making sure that we took care of every single detail and then some. We partnered with frog, a world-renowned design and strategy firm, to help us design Fizzics Waytap.
We have already completed the design and engineering of Waytap Fizzics. We will use the money from this campaign to fund the tooling and manufacturing. We are using a network of trusted vendors and are looking to get all of our backers their Fizzics Waytap in time for the holiday season.
Risks and challenges
We don't forsee any real risks and we’re ready to go! Cheers!
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We believe beer is liquid art and deserves to be respected and consumed the way brewmasters intended. Just as one would never drink wine or spirits straight from the bottle, it’s highly recommended to pour beer into proper glassware to release its full potential and maximize aroma and flavor.
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Yes and no. A hand pour provides mechanical agitation that will create foam of randomly packed bubbles of non-uniform shapes and size that will occupy more space and, thus, are inherently less dense and frothy. Only Fizzics™ technology eliminates unsightly, bloated bubbles that contribute to foam collapse. Our device packs small, dense bubbles to preserve the flavors in beer while providing a wonderful mouthfeel of creamy, wet foam.
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Foam is an integral part of beer quality and the overall beer-drinking experience. Foam is visually appealing, enhances the aroma, flavor & mouthfeel of beer and is expected by all serious beer drinkers.
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Most all beer systems are powered by a set of equipment (keg, faucet handle, tower, regulator, beer & air lines, CO2 and nitrogen tanks) that must work together for a successful pour. Waytap™ is a compact, personal system that utilizes the inherent properties of conditioned and commercially packaged beer. This, coupled with our patented technology, controls the pressure of CO2 that wants to come out of solution and influence both foam generation and beer head retention.
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Waytap™ serves a vast universe of macro and craft beers and is compatible with 12-25oz cans and 12oz bottles.
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Our system is optimized for beer. We encourage you to experiment!
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Cleaning Waytap™ is very easy. Run a glass of warm water to flush out the system. The lid can be removed to easily clean the inside of the system. The anti-microbial drip mat separates for easy rinsing and washing.
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Waytap™ is compatible with 12-25oz cans and 12oz bottles. It requires no expensive consumables or proprietary kegs or accessories. Whether it's an IPA, Hefeweizen, Pilsner, Brown Ale, or any other popular brew, Waytap™ will pour it perfectly.
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While the can or bottle of beer you insert should always be cold, the temperature of your glass is up to you. We always recommend a freshly water-rinsed beer mug or glass, but for flavor’s sake, please don't freeze or frost your glass.
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Tap the handle forward while holding the glass at a 45-degree angle, up to the spout of Waytap™ and begin the pour. When you are ready for the head (foam), hold the glass upright and push the handle backwards to top with the Fizzics™ Micro-Foam™.
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Waytap™ is powered by 4 standard AA batteries.
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Waytap™ provides an enhanced aroma, flavor and taste as well as a smooth & creamy mouthfeel. Waytap™ is scientifically engineered, using patent-pending fluid & gas technology to create an ultra-dense, long-lasting foam head. The technology that went into Waytap™ is both highly complex and strikingly simple. Waytap™ is easy to operate, portable and provides for an enhanced, balanced and sensational mouthfeel.
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Yes. All components are manufactured, assembled and packaged in a positive pressure Class 100 Clean Room environment that is regularly subjected to rigorous testing in order to meet the stringent requirements of the FDA. All resins are FDA approved food-grade materials and assembled using stainless steel hardware. Waytap™ is designed to comply with FDA, FCC, CE and RoHS standards and regulations.
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December 2016.
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Please add $10 for domestic shipments (Waytap™ single pack)
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International shipping does not include import regulations, payment of import duties and taxes. Please add $30 for international shipments (Waytap™ single pack). Please note, customers are responsible for any and all import taxes, duties, custom fees, etc.
The package dimensions are as follows:
Width: 7.625”
Depth: 5”
Height: 13.75”
Weight: 3 lbs -
We are unable to adjust pledge selections and contributions made on Kickstarter are non-refundable. Please note: All crowdsourcing purchases receive a manufacturer’s lifetime warranty.
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We'll be in contact towards the end of the campaign to get your final color selections and shipping details.