Synopsis

From the earliest recipes passed down by Pilgrim brewers to the sprawling corporations of our time, we’ll explore the extensive history of American beer, with a particular focus on the commercial brewing industry that flourished in the 19th century and remains vital today. Along the way, we'll also consider significant social movements—such as the Temperance Movement and Prohibition—and examine how they shaped the industry, leaving lasting marks and continuing to inform attitudes toward sobriety