The Rise of Lagers: 19th Century American Beer
Description
Gary Arndt and Allison McCoy are joined again by the sage of suds, Joel Hermansen, to discuss the transformation of beer into lager in the United States during the 19th century. Key points include the influence of German immigrants in bringing lager yeast and culture, the roles of cities like Milwaukee and St. Louis in brewing history, the impact of innovations such as the Erie Canal and pasteurization, and the rise of the temperance movement during this period.
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TIMELINE
00:00 Introduction and Hosts Introduction
00:21 Overview of 19th Century Lagers
01:15 German Influence and Lager Yeast
03:30 Brewing Cities: St. Louis vs. Milwaukee
07:37 Impact of the Erie Canal
09:06 Irish Influence and Stouts
14:56 Refrigeration and Pasteurization
19:24 Industrialization of Beer
22:29 Temperance Movement and Prohibition
27:24 Down with the Patriarchy
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CREDITS
Hosts:
Music by Sarah Lynn Huss
Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow
Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co
United States
