Here's our list of 75 reasons we like beer!

[4.4.08] On April 7 brewers, beer importers, distributors and beer lovers across America will be celebrating 75 years of beer that has been flowing legally since the drought of Prohibition. The Brewers Association reports that historians note Prohibition officially ending on December 5, 1933, with the ratification of the 21st Amendment. But earlier that year, newly-elected President Franklin D. Roosevelt took steps to fulfill his campaign promise to end the national ban on alcohol. He spurred Congress to modify the Volstead Act to allow the sale of 3.2 percent beer in advance of Prohibition's ratification. Thus, on April 7, 1933, Roosevelt himself received newly legalized beer at the White House to toast what was the beginning of the end of Prohibition. In the 24 hours that followed, more than 1.5 million gallons of beer flowed as Americans celebrated. To mark this special anniversary, many of America's 1,400-plus breweries are serving up commemorative beers, and hosting brewery tours and special events. For more information and a list of brewery celebrations by state visit www.75YearsofBeer.org.

We're observing this landmark event with our list of "75 reasons we like beer" gathered from a very informal survey of the staff here at Briess. So grab a brew, sit back and see if our list doesn't spur you to write your own list! Cheers!

1. There's no need to add straws, cherries, olives or other garnishes.
2. Quality testing is quite the fun work activity.
3. Brewing is fun and rewarding.
4. Its' a family tradition.
5. Malt.
6. It's refreshing in the summer.
7. Beer helps you relax after a long day at work.
8. It's a great social beverage.
9. Victory^® Malt.
10. What's more fun than tapping a keg on a hot summer day?
11. Several beers can have a liberating effect on my inhibitions and insecurities.
12. Beer is a sentimental choice.
13. It pairs well with food.
14. Beer just tastes good.
15. Getting together with friends to share a pint or two or three.
16. It reminds me of my Dad.
17. It's a drink that never gets old.
18. So many styles, so little time...
19. It's good for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
20. There's always room for beer in the fridge.
21. It keeps our bottle openers in working condition.
22. Beer festivals.
23. Pilsen Malt.
24. It's a great drink any day of the week...especially Thirsty Thursdays!
25. Weren't coolers invented to hold beer?
26. I love to cook with beer.
27. Making up new beer recipes.
28. Going on pub crawls with friends.
29. Homebrewing with friends.
30. The Great American Beer Festival.
31. Carapils^® Malt.
32. Pairing beer with chocolate...especially malted milk balls!
33. Enjoying a robust porter in front of the fireplace on a blustery day.
34. Beer goes great with pretzels. And chips. And nuts. And...
35. You don't have to travel far to find a new beer to try.
36. Visiting brewpubs across the United States.
37. Dark Chocolate Malt.
38. Beer of the month clubs.
39. Collecting glasses for all the styles of beer we drink.
40. Caramel Malt.
41. Knowing how to brew beer makes it taste even better!
42. Beer books.
43. The perfect pour looks so pretty.
44. Pale Ale Malt.
45. The rich traditions of beer 'n' brewing.
46. Stocking the fridge with a variety of beers is so satisfying.
47. Love the smell of boiling wort.
48. Sharing brewing disaster stories with colleagues.
49. Chocolate Malt.
50. It goes great with music and a good book.
51. Beer is a fun, relaxing drink.
52. American brewers are so creative and brewing all kinds of new and great beers to try all the time.
53. Collectibles like beer cans and signs.
54. It's all natural!
55. Munich Malt.
56. Eating at local brewpubs while vacationing.
57. Sharing beer drinking stories with friends.
58. Neighborhood get togethers are always better with beer.
59. It's rewarding to produce such an important ingredient for beer.
60. The history of beer is fun and interesting.
61. Crazy sayings on beer t-shirts.
62. Beer foam mustaches.
63. Special Roast Malt.
64. Goes great with baseball games!
65. Oktoberfest.
66. Brewing can be a great workout.
67. Beer brings strangers together.
68. Fond memories of family get togethers.
69. Ending a great hike or bike ride with an excellent ale or lager!
70. Vienna Malt.
71. Beer Olympics.
72. Camaraderie.
73. Beer has played an important role in history.
74. You can' bring a growler of your favorite wine home from the bar.
75. Beer is good and good for us!