A List of 20 Creepy and Quirky Beer Facts!

Here is a list of creepy and quirky beer facts!

Fear of Hops: Some people suffer from a condition called “lupulin threshold shift,” where excessive exposure to hops can diminish their ability to taste the bitterness in beer. It’s like a hop-induced desensitization.

Beer and Plague: During the medieval times, beer was often considered safer to drink than water, as the brewing process involved boiling the liquid. This led to the popular saying “God made water, but man made beer.”

Graveyard Brewing: Some breweries use yeast strains that are isolated from old brewing equipment or even ancient pottery. It’s like bringing the dead back to life for the sake of beer.

Beer Zombies: In the Middle Ages, people believed in “beer witches” who would curse bad batches of beer. Brewers would sometimes include strange ingredients to ward off these supposed curses.

Brewing Ghosts: There are breweries and pubs around the world that claim to be haunted. Some even host events like ghost tours and paranormal investigations.

Corpse Beer: In 2011, a brewery in Scotland created a limited edition beer called “The End of History” that was packaged inside taxidermied animals, including squirrels and stoats. It was one of the strongest beers at the time, with an ABV of 55%. It was sold for $650 to $900.

Beer and Mythology: In ancient Sumeria, the goddess Ninkasi was worshipped as the deity of beer. There was even a hymn dedicated to her that contained the oldest known beer recipe.

Beer Pipeline: In the Belgian town of Bruges, there’s a beer pipeline that runs underground, delivering beer from the brewery to a bottling plant in the city center. It’s a unique way to transport the beloved beverage.

Beer Flood: In 1814, a brewery tank in London burst, releasing a wave of beer that flooded the streets. Several people drowned in what is now known as the London Beer Flood.

Space Beer: In 2015, a Japanese brewery created a beer using barley that had spent time on the International Space Station. It was part of an experiment to see how microgravity and radiation would affect the fermentation process.

Reincarnated Beer: Some breweries are known to recycle excess yeast from their fermentation tanks and use it to make Vegemite or Marmite, popular spreads in Australia and the UK.

Beer Archaeology: Archaeologists have discovered evidence of a 5,000-year-old brewery in a cave in China. The ancient recipe included barley, tubers, and other grains.

Beer and Hair Loss: Hops, a key ingredient in beer, contains a compound called 8-PN that is believed to have anti-androgenic properties. Some studies suggest that it may help prevent hair loss in men.

Beer Ice Cream: There are ice creams made with beer as an ingredient. Some breweries collaborate with ice cream makers to create unique flavors, blending the best of both worlds.

Beer Can Survive a Plane Crash: The aluminum in beer cans is so durable that during crash tests, it often remains intact while other materials crumple. Maybe beer cans are the ultimate survivors.

Oldest Operating Brewery: The Weihenstephan Brewery in Bavaria, Germany, is often considered the world’s oldest operating brewery. It has been producing beer continuously since 1040 AD.

Beer & Taxes: In certain parts of the world, there are historical beer taxes based on the quality of beer. The higher the quality, the higher the tax. This led to some brewers intentionally producing lower-quality beer to reduce taxes.

Beer for Diplomacy: Beer has played a role in diplomatic relations. There’s a tradition in Belgium where ambassadors are gifted a personalized beer mug upon arrival. It’s considered a gesture of goodwill.

Largest Beer Glass: In 2009, a bar in the Czech Republic set a world record by creating a beer glass that held over 20,000 liters (more than 5,000 gallons) of beer. That’s a lot of beer!

Beer Yoga: “Beer yoga” is a trend where participants enjoy a beer while practicing yoga. It combines the relaxation of yoga with the enjoyment of a cold brew, creating a unique and laid-back experience.

Hope we didn’t scare you too much!

Cheers!