You know that saying that everything comes full circle? Well, it applies to beer, too. Way back when our country’s first settlers were trying to unwind after a rough day at the blacksmith, they sipped beer fermented with the ingredients they had on hand: flowers, herbs, bark, and spices. Now that brewing method—called botanic brewing—is getting a second life. Don’t be freaked you’ll have tree bark in your beer, but do be blown away by the flavorful result. Here are three beer makers around the country who are pioneering the back-again trend.
The New Way to Brew
