Brewing Against the Odds: Near Beer, Malt, and Cereal Beverages

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The era of Prohibition in the United States, spanning from 1920 to 1933, brought about a dramatic shift in the nation’s drinking culture. While the 18th Amendment banned the production, sale, transportation, advertising, and consumption of alcoholic beverages; it gave … Continued

The History of the Adam Scheidt Brewery

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The Adam Scheidt Brewing Company was founded in 1861 in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Adam Scheidt Sr. and his brother, Matthias, began their brewing business in the family’s basement. They used traditional German brewing methods to create their first beer, which they … Continued

A Glimpse into Brewing History: 1886 Reading Brewery Relic Found

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Reading, PA – September 9, 2023 – A remarkable piece of brewing history has resurfaced in Reading, Pennsylvania; Chad Campbell, a dedicated local breweriana collector and owner of the website www.brewaf.com recently uncovered a large metal building facade sign dating … Continued