Colonists in Virginia work together to create the first American-brewed beers.
Apparently George Washington’s warning against foreign entanglements extended to his choice in beverage as he declares that he will only drink porter beers produced in America.
Anheuser-Busch is founded as “Bavarian Brewery.” Now the #1 beer producer in America, the company reports it commands 46% of U.S. beer sales.
The passage of the 18th amendment to the constitution puts the business of breweries everywhere in jeopardy.
