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What is German Oktoberfest? A Quick Guide

March 14, 2020
/ Beer Talk Blog Post
/ By Matt Smith

The largest beer festival in the world is held in Munich, Germany every year around late September/early October. It is called Oktoberfest. But what is German Oktoberfest? In this article, we will take a brief look at the history. Throw in some interesting facts, and help you understand why a Bavarian would be irritated that […]

Iceland: The Country that Banned Beer for 74 Years

February 26, 2020
/ Beer Talk Blog Post
/ By Matt Smith

If you know your American history, you’ll be aware that in 1920 America banned the sale and purchase of alcohol. Prohibition lasted for 13 years, when it was repealed by Franklin D. Roosevelt. Who famously said upon signing the document “I think this would be a great time for a beer”. But there was one […]