Boulder County Beer A Refreshing History
Boulder County Beer: A Refreshing History by Michael J. Casey, published by HISTORY Press on February 22, 2021, offers an engaging exploration of the brewing scene in Boulder County, Colorado. This 162-page book delves into the origins of the Boulder Brewing Company, established in 1979 by two University of Colorado professors, marking a significant moment as the first brewery in the state since Prohibition. The narrative highlights the influx of young entrepreneurs who contributed to the region’s vibrant brewing culture over the decades.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of stories detailing how Boulder County became a pivotal location for craft beer in the United States. The book features firsthand accounts from various brewers, illustrating the evolution of local breweries such as Oskar Blues, Avery Brewing Company, and Left Hand Brewing Company, alongside newer establishments like Upslope and Bootstrap Brewing. Through these narratives, Casey captures the spirit of innovation and camaraderie that has defined the area’s brewing heritage.
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In 1979, two University of Colorado professors decided to open Boulder Brewing Company–the forty-third brewery in the nation and the first in the state since Prohibition. Over the next four decades, young entrepreneurs from across the country flocked to the picturesque region to follow their bliss and brew beer. The county’s brewing heritage is brimming with stories of how a band of ragtag ruffians helped launch a nationwide revolution. The likes of Oskar Blues, Avery Brewing Company and Left Hand Brewing Company laid the fertile ground for torchbearers such as Upslope, Bootstrap Brewing and many others. Packed with firsthand accounts from adventurous brewers, Michael J. Casey recounts the tale of those who turned Boulder County into ground zero for craft beer in the Centennial State.
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