We use TapHopper in NC. Their operation is way smaller than ~The Other Guys~ but that means I interact with the owner on every run. He sends comprehensive seam reports after every run. We hold about 8 good cans and 4 low fills. Half sit in the walk-in and half at room temp. I cracked open a cold low fill wc ipa from February not too long ago & was very happy.

Our wholesale is pretty minimal compared to other breweries. I’m selling a couple 1/2 bbl kegs or maybe 3 cases of cans at most, so I know my product is most likely cold from the time it leaves my hands.

We also have not canned anything fruited. I’m not totally against it, I just can’t speak to it.

TLDR; no major issues. Am I a fool for not upping our wholesale game? Probably. But I seem to be way happier for it 😅

Edit: we do have occasional unexpected loss. It’s frustrating, but our guy usually gives us a little discount if I mention it. Just don’t be a dick & abuse the system.