July 3 is the day when beer lovers across the country call for Americans to buy craft-made beer ahead of Independence Day. On this day, many independent beer lovers will be raising a toss of glass for their annual celebration this year.
The event is intended to promote independence from imported beers and from significant beer business practices that threaten autonomous craft brewers. On this day whether you enjoy ales, lagers, stouts, or IPAs, this day encourages beer enthusiasts to visit local breweries, craft beer stores, or taprooms to discover new brews and show support for small businesses
HISTORY OF NATIONAL INDEPENDENT BEER RUN DAY
The day July 3 as National Independent Beer Run Day was declared by the Brewers Association, the organization behind American Craft Beer Week and Savor, an American Craft Beer and Food Experience.
Did you know that the first American larger was brewed in the year 1840 by John Wagner, a German immigrant who brought a brewing yeast with him to Philadelphia, marking the beginning of the modern U.S. beer industry? The country’s very first large brewery was opened in the year 1857 that produces, 1,000 barrels; today, Budweiser alone makes more than 100 million barrels per year.
Before the ages, most American beer was brewed by small companies in their local communities, until prohibition was repealed in the year 1933 beer companies also had to be at least partially owned by Americans to sell beer.
| 1840 (The First American Lager Is Brewed) | John Wagner, a German immigrant, brings brewing yeast to Philadelphia. |
| 1857 (The Country’s First Large Brewery Opened) | It produces 1,000 barrels and today, Budweiser alone makes more than 100 million barrels per year. |
| 1933 (Prohibition Ends) | Beer lovers across the U.S. rejoice at their newfound freedom and start brewing. |
| June 26, 2019 (National Independent Beer Run Day is declared) | The Brewers Association, dedicated to small and independent American brewers — declares July 3, as National Independent Beer Run Day. |
5 FACTS ABOUT BEER
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Beer brewing was for women- The first beer was brewed in ancient Mesopotamia around 4,000 B.C., and was brewed by women called ‘brewsters.’
- Small brewery domination- According to the Brewers Association, which represents more than 2,500 U.S. beer makers, only about 250 are owned by large corporations.
- One of the oldest drinks- Beer is one of the oldest drinks humans have produced, dating back to at least the 5th Millennium B.C. and recorded in the written history of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.
- 133 million hectoliters sold per year- More than 133 million hectoliters are sold per year, producing total global revenues of $294.5 billion.
- Most popular drink- Beer is the world’s most consumed alcoholic beverage and is the third-most-popular drink after water and tea.
FAQs
When is National Independent Beer Run Day?
National Independent Beer Run Day is on July 3rd each year.
What types of beers are available from independent breweries?
Independent breweries produce a wide range of beer styles, including ales, lagers, stouts, IPAs (India Pale Ales), sours, porters, and more.
Are there benefits to buying beer directly from breweries?
Buying beer directly from breweries often ensures freshness and supports the local economy.
Also, read more about National Bourbon Day on June 14
