About
Tapboard brings the tap room experience to home breweries with a simple, fully hosted digital tap list that requires no server setup. Built by a software architect and avid home brewer, the platform was created as an affordable alternative to expensive commercial inventory management systems that home brewers simply don't need. With Tapboard, users can create a personalized brew display in minutes. Each beverage entry supports a name, beer style, ABV, IBU, color swatch, icon, and font color — giving the board a polished, professional look. The resulting tap list can be shared via a unique link with family and friends, or displayed full-screen on a monitor mounted in a home brewery or keezer setup. The free Beginner plan provides everything a home brewer needs to get started: a fully customizable tapboard, full-screen browser mode, and a shareable link. For those who want more, the Home Brew Pro plan ($1.99/mo) adds font and color customization along with instant access to new features. The Home Brew Master plan ($3.99/mo) further unlocks minimal branding, Brewfather integration for syncing brew data, and full API access for custom integrations. Tapboard is ideal for home brewers who host friends and family, keezer and kegerator owners wanting a professional presentation, and enthusiasts who enjoy tracking and showcasing their current brews in style.
Key Features
- Hosted Digital Tap List: A fully hosted tap list display that works in any browser — no server setup or technical knowledge required.
- Beverage Customization: Add brew name, style, ABV, IBU, color swatch, icon, and font color for each beverage to create a polished, professional display.
- Shareable Link & Full-Screen Mode: Share your Tapboard with friends and family via a unique URL, or display it full-screen on a mounted monitor in your home brewery.
- Brewfather Integration: Home Brew Master subscribers can sync brew data directly from Brewfather, keeping their tap list up to date automatically.
- API Access: Master-tier subscribers get full API access to build custom integrations with their home brewery setup.
Use Cases
- Home brewers displaying their current tap lineup on a large monitor or TV mounted in their brewery or keezer.
- Hosting friends and family and sharing a polished, professional-looking digital tap list via a shareable link.
- Kegerator and keezer owners wanting a real tap room aesthetic without expensive commercial inventory systems.
- Home brewing enthusiasts tracking ABV, IBU, and styles of all their current brews in one organized display.
- Brewfather users who want to automatically sync and display their batch data on a live tap list.
Pros
- Genuinely Free Tier: The Beginner plan is free for home brewers and includes all core features — no credit card required to get started.
- No Server or Technical Setup: Tapboard is fully hosted, so users can create and share a professional tap list display without any infrastructure knowledge.
- Affordable Premium Upgrades: Paid plans start at just $1.99/mo, making advanced features accessible without a large financial commitment.
Cons
- Niche Use Case: Tapboard is purpose-built for home brewers, making it irrelevant for anyone outside the home brewing hobby.
- Advanced Features Behind Paywall: Font/color customization, Brewfather sync, and API access all require a paid subscription.
- Branding on Free & Mid Tiers: Tapboard branding is only minimized on the highest-tier plan ($3.99/mo), which may not suit users who want a cleaner look.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tapboard really free?
Yes. The Beginner plan is completely free for home brewers and includes a customizable tapboard, full-screen browser mode, and a shareable link — no credit card needed.
Do I need to set up a server to use Tapboard?
No. Tapboard is fully hosted, so you simply sign up, create your board, and share or display it — no server, hosting, or technical configuration required.
Does Tapboard integrate with Brewfather?
Yes, but Brewfather integration is available exclusively on the Home Brew Master plan ($3.99/mo), which allows you to sync your brew data automatically.
What information can I add for each beverage?
You can add a name, beer style, ABV, IBU, color indicator, icon, and font color for each brew, giving your tap list a detailed and professional appearance.
Can I access Tapboard via API?
API access is included in the Home Brew Master plan ($3.99/mo), allowing you to build custom integrations with your home brewery or smart home setup.
