What better day to celebrate International Beer Day than a hot day in the middle of summer, specifically August 5. Bartenders, friends, and beer drinkers all over will come together to celebrate and enjoy this drink on a day that has only been around since 2007. There is a growing number of International Beer Day celebrations, or you can effortlessly start up your own.
The Celebration of International Beer Day
International Beer Day’s origins are in Santa Cruz, California. There is a full list of celebrations coming soon on the site, though it is also worth checking with your local brewery. Although easier than that would be to just drink some beers with some friends.
Beer comes in all shapes and sizes for International Beer Day
The most common type of beer that you will see in the United States right now is the light lager style. The recent revival of styles and microbreweries, though, has brought craft beers back to the forefront of the industry. The Brewers Association reported that craft beers made a 10 percent increase in sales in 2009. Within the same report they also noted that there was a 2 percent decrease in national beer sales. Why not use National Beer Day to experiment with your taste buds and try some beers that you have never tasted. Individuals are still experimenting with beer daily and continuously creating new flavors and types. So when the Brewer Association recognizes over 150 styles right now, you are able to expect that number to only increase.
Experiencing beer pairing this International Beer Day
Beer pairing is becoming increasingly popular with the wide variety of beers that you are able to now choose from. You can actually find beer sommeliers who’ll better help you with the perfect beer for your meal, if you do not already know what you want. You do not necessarily need a beer expert, just keep in mind that a well-paired beer should cut, compliment and contrast your food. You are bound to save cash when pairing with beer rather than wine when your average beer is typically less than $ 10. Why not get together with your friends, combine your cash, and enjoy a day of fine beer and food.
