7 September is one of the best beverage days of the year, so raise your glass and say, “Hip hops hooray!” because it is National Beer Lover’s Day.
Beer and its brewing processes may predate history because it varies as the grains and flavours of beer continue to evolve over time.
There were several beer lovers among the founders of the United States, including William Penn, who started the first brewery in Pennsylvania; the first president who had a recipe for beer in his notes, and Samuel Adams who holds a place in both beer and tea history.
Crafting beer is a strong tradition that often requires years of training and experience in the trade. It may take years to develop the skill and experience needed by a brewmaster to produce a quality beer every time. One of the non-negotiable requirements needed is a love for beer and the craft.
Beer is a popular drink and is available in a number of varieties to cater for everyone – from beer connoisseurs to the person who enjoys a good brew now and then. Beer is made from four main ingredients but a little known fact is that it consists of more than 90 per cent water.
The annual holiday was created by Foodimentary creator John-Bryan Hopkins when he came up with the idea a few years ago. In an interview he said the idea came to him on a whim – while others were celebrating National Acorn Squash Day on 7 September, he felt like having a beer. And that is how National Beer Lover’s Day originated.
To celebrate, why not try that new beer you’ve been meaning to taste? Visit a local brewery, stop by your favourite pub or host a backyard bash with your best buddies and enjoy your favourite beer or ale.
Post on social media using #NationalBeerLover’sDay.
Cheers!
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