Tuesday, April 8, 2008

MMM Beer...



Can beer be Green? No - I'm not talking about the packaging of Heineken or Dos XX.

I'm talking about organic beer. Yes, it exists due to organic farming. When you buy organic beer you are supporting a farming system that uses fewer pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, which in hand is good for the environment.
Organic farming produces fewer greenhouse gases (like CO2), increases species diversity and conserves water (to name a few things).

But be aware that just because a beer is organic does not necessarily mean it is brewed with organic hops. Hops create the aroma, flavor and bitterness of beer. And according to the USDA, non-organic hops can be included in organic beer. If you want a 100% organic beer buy from local breweries that use true organic hops. Buying locally will also help the environment because it will reduce shipping and greenhouse gas emissions. So grab an organic beer and feel especially good for drinking it. Then, don't forget to recycle the glass when your done. Cheers!

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