Lagerdruks

Lagerdruks is a Dutch term that does not have a single, widely recognized definition in English-language sources. In Dutch-language technical literature, the word may appear as lagerdruk (lowercase) meaning “low pressure” or in compound forms describing pressurization in lager systems. The plural form lagerdruks is uncommon, and its precise meaning is determined by context.

In brewing and beverage technology, the related concept involves pressurization of lager beer during fermentation, conditioning, storage, and dispensation. Carbonation is achieved by dissolving CO2 into the liquid under pressure, and the pressure level is selected to achieve the desired carbonation and foam characteristics. In commercial kegging and dispensing, a gas blend (CO2, sometimes with nitrogen) maintains the beer at a set pressure to push the beverage through lines and into the glass. The term may be used informally to refer to this pressure level; exact values vary with equipment, temperature, line length, and desired carbonation.

In other contexts, the term may appear in Dutch industrial or logistics language to describe pressure conditions in storage systems, pipelines, or other pressurized vessels labeled as “lager” meaning storage or depot, or it may reflect a mistranslation. Because the term is not standardized, users should consult source-specific definitions in the relevant field.

See also: Lager (beer), carbonation, CO2 pressure, beer dispensing.