Montana Actually Ranks High When It Comes To Excellent Beer Choices
"A little bit of beer is divine medicine."- Paracelsus, a Greek physician
Montana has had a long relationship with beer, and it looks like that isn't going to be slowing down anytime soon. Montana State University and the University of Montana are both offering classes on brewing beer, ensuring new generations of brewers will learn what makes a great beer.
There are some that may say Montana is spoiled with how many great beers we have to choose from. One of Montana's breweries has recently teamed up with Jeff Ament, of Pearl Jam fame, to release their second limited edition beer, to help fund Montana's skate parks.
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When it comes to the number of craft breweries in the state, we have a lot of choices. More than other states. Proving that point is VinePair, who reports that, per-capita Montana ranks as one of the highest states for the amount of craft breweries. We are number three, following, Vermont and Maine. Montana has 12.3 breweries for every 100,000 people, with 106 different craft-breweries.
These numbers may have already changed a bit over the last year, as more breweries continue to get started in Montana. Not only do we have quite a few breweries, but have some high quality breweries that are being recognized on a global scale.
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It does seem like we are spoiled in the amount of quality breweries we have to choose from here in Montana. Please enjoy responsibly and never drink and drive. If you are plan to indulge in a Montana-made beer, always designate a driver.
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