Samuel Adams (beer) facts for kids
Samuel Adams is a well-known American brand of beer. It is made by a company called the Boston Beer Company. This company also works with other breweries to make their drinks.
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The Story of Samuel Adams Beer
The Boston Beer Company started in 1984. It was founded by three people: Jim Koch, Harry M. Rubin, and Lorenzo Lamadrid. They started their company in Boston, Massachusetts.
Why the Name Samuel Adams?
The brand is named after an important historical figure, Samuel Adams. He was an American patriot who lived a long time ago. A patriot is someone who loves and strongly supports their country. Samuel Adams was famous for his part in the American Revolution. This was a big war that helped the United States become an independent country. He was also involved in the famous Boston Tea Party.
Was Samuel Adams a Brewer?
There's a story that the historical Samuel Adams was a "maltster." A maltster is someone who prepares malt, which is a key ingredient for making beer. Jim Koch, one of the founders of the Boston Beer Company, even found an old paper signed by Samuel Adams. This paper was a receipt for hops, which are also used to make beer. This makes it seem like the patriot Samuel Adams might have made some beer himself!
How Big is the Company?
The Boston Beer Company, which makes Samuel Adams, is one of the largest American-owned beer companies. In 2011, it was tied with another company called Yuengling for this title.
