‘Minnesota Beer Day’ Is On The Way – Here’s What We Know

WE HAVE A NEW HOLIDAY AND REASON TO CELEBRATE

If you could describe things that Minnesotans enjoy, I think one of those things would definitely have to be beer. Minnesotans take a lot of pride in working hard, and celebrating with family and friends by sharing a beer. That's what we do. Handing someone a beer is like a handshake. It represents respect, friendship, working hard and trust.

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MINNESOTA BEER DAY

Beginning this year, Minnesota Beer Day will officially be celebrated all across the state on November 1st and will be an annual event from this point forward. Resolutions were signed by the Minnesota Legislature along with a proclamation from Governor Walz earlier this year.

GET YOUR SPECIAL PINT GLASS TO CELEBRATE MN BEER DAY!

Since this is the first Minnesota Beer Day, what better way to celebrate than with a special pint glass that is now available for purchase, and will be sold all across Minnesota.

GET YOUR MAP OF PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS

A map that shows all of the Guild members across the state that will be participating in the celebration is available on the Guild's website by clicking HERE.

HISTORY

Why was November 1st chosen as the day to celebrate beer in Minnesota? It was chosen to honor the state's most historic brand of beer.  Grain Belt began back on November 1st, 1850, founded by John Orth. It was the second brewery in the territory at the time. Schell's Brewery, the oldest brewery in the state and also a Guild member, currently brews Grain Belt.

THE PURPOSE OF BEER

Bob Galligan, the Director of Government and Industry Relations at the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild said, “It’s amazing to see what beer has become in Minnesota, but I think it’s also important to remember the lineage from which we craft brewers come. And the immense ecosystem we are a part of. We celebrate this day with others we have disagreed with in the past because, for one day, we hope we can all remember the purpose of beer: to sustain and to connect. After 176 years, we think it’s time to celebrate the beverage that built the North Star State. In recognition of everyone from farmers to bartenders, we’re asking all beer-drinking Minnesotans to get out and responsibly enjoy a brew on November 1. We’ll be the ones filling your glass and showing you the true meaning of being a Minnesotan—hospitality.”

ABOUT THE GUILD

The Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild is a not-for-profit organization that showcases the talent of Minnesota's craft brewers and also promotes the state's brewing industry. The Guild sponsors multiple festivals and special events, including the MN Brewers Cup, Stae Fair's Brewed in Minnesota Exhibit, All Pints North Brew Fest, and the Autumn Brew Review Brew Fest.