National Drink Beer Day

National Drink Beer Day Quick Facts in Canada

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2024 DateSeptember 28, 2024
2025 DateSeptember 28, 2025

National Drink Beer Day

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National Drink Beer Day History

National Drink Beer Day celebrates the consumption and appreciation of beer in various forms and styles. The occasion highlights the importance of local breweries, which significantly impact the economy by generating jobs and contributing to community identity. Additionally, it promotes responsible drinking and aims to deepen the understanding of beer's history, production, and cultural significance.

Though National Drink Beer Day originated in the United States, the Canadian beer scene boasts a rich history and unique characteristics worth celebrating. The first-known brewery in Canada dates back to the late 1600s and modern-day craft breweries continue to honour traditional practices. Canadian breweries produce a wide range of beer styles, such as the iconic Canadian Pale Lager. Both large-scale and craft breweries provide Canadian beer-lovers with high-quality, locally-produced options, supporting the national and regional economies. The event also encourages beer enthusiasts to expand their tastes and experience the diverse beers neighbouring provinces and the global beer industry offer.

Canadians typically partake in National Drink Beer Day by visiting local breweries, attending beer-themed events, or simply enjoying their favourite brew at home. Many establishments and government-regulated agencies like the LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) often showcase and promote Canadian-made beers during this time to raise awareness and appreciation of local offerings. National Drink Beer Day is celebrated in Canada on the same day as the United States, taking place every year on September 28th.

National Drink Beer Day facts

  • The world's strongest beer is called Snake Venom. It is produced by U.K brewing company Brewmeister and has an ABV of 67.5%. It's priced at $76 a bottle.
  • According to Kirin Holdings, global beer consumption stood at approximately 185.60 million kiloliters in 2021, an increase of 4.0% year-on-year.
  • Beer is one of the oldest and most consumed alcoholic drinks in the world, dating back to roughly 5,000 B.C. or earlier.
  • The average Canadian drinks around 210 pints of beer per year, ranking them among the top 25 beer-drinking nations worldwide.
  • Canada has some of the highest beer taxes in the world, with taxes accounting for up to 47% of the final price of a beer. These taxes vary by province and are used to fund public services, including healthcare and education programs.

Top things to do in Canada for National Drink Beer Day

  • Go to a pub and enjoy a cold beer.
  • Host a beer 'Olympics' for friends. Beer Olympics is a series of drinking games involving teams and beer.
  • For those interested in making their own beer, you can celebrate National Drink Beer Day by brewing your own batch or attending a homebrewing workshop.
  • Visit popular breweries like Molson Coors in Montreal, Steam Whistle Brewing in Toronto, or Granville Island Brewing in Vancouver. Many breweries offer tours, tastings, and even beer-related merchandise.

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