I live in an awesome city for beer. And if ever I am perusing the list of beers on tap and I see (Nitro) next to one - I jump on it! A beer served "on nitro" means that nitrogen is being used to pump the beer through the lines instead of CO2. A bar usually only has one beer at a time on nitro, if any. It creates lighter bubbles and a head like on a Guinness - which is served on nitro. Guinness also has a nitro-widget in their cans. Any beer can be served on nitro, which creates a creamy texture and adds a smoother, nutty flavor. Does it really change the beer that much? Think about the difference between a cold, flat soda and a cold, bubbly soda - makes a huge difference! A little more information on nitro here.
Not sure that beer aficionados would consider it the most legit way to serve beer as it mutes some flavors, but nitro gets my vote! I recommend you try it the next time you get the opportunity. Yumm.
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