The Rise of Lagers: 19th Century American Beer

Respecting the Beer

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:

Bobby Fleshman

Allison McCoy-Fleshman

Gary Ardnt

Music by Sarah Lynn Huss

Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow

Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co