Nothing Says Beer, Like Baseball!

It’s a warm summer day, the smell of freshly cut grass and watered clay dirt fills the air as fans flood the stadiums to partake in a national pastime. That’s right…it’s opening day for Major League Baseball and what better way to celebrate than with a great game of baseball, good friends , hot dogs, and of course…BEER!

Whether you enjoy baseball, or not who can resist a hot dog and a cold beer with friends? Our local team, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, sure know how to serve beer. Beer lovers can hang out in the right field pavilion, also known as the Budweiser Pavilion, or stroll on over to the Coors Light Backyard BBQ, which is located in the straightaway center.

For all of you Pacifico and Corona fans out there, a must have is The Bomber; 20 fluid ounces of your choice of beer (Pacifico or Corona) in a salt rimmed plastic cup with a lime on the edge. Don’t like your beer looking like a margarita? Why not? Its 20 ounces of magnificent refreshment and who knows…you may learn to LOVE it!

Some may wonder, why buy an overpriced beer and hotdog, when I can watch the game at home, buy a six-pack of beer, an entire package of hotdogs and buns for half the price? THE EXPERIENCE. We want to socialize and feel a sense of belonging that can only be felt by attending a game. Being a part of the rivalry and watching the Angels destroy the MLB’s most hated team, the New York Yankees, just feels so much better when you’re part of the live action with a beer in your hand. Beer at a baseball game gives you a reason to act like a fool, to yell at the umpire for the horrible call he just made, and to find companionship in your comrade seated next to you. Sure, you can have a six-pack of beer at home for half the price, but the experience you receive at the field with your buddies and beer is PRICELESS!

So head on out to an Angel’s baseball game, or any baseball game for that matter and say hello to baseball season and great BEER!

There is nothing like a frosty cold beer!

In the previous post, Samantha discussed why women don’t like beer. Beer is definitely something that is an acquired taste. I, however, love beer. In fact, beer is my drink of choice.

My suggestion to women who are not used to the beer taste is to make sure to start with a hefeweizen or something more fruity like Blue Moon that is generally served with an orange slice. Oh and the most important thing is that the beer has to be ICE COLD! In my opinion, there is a huge difference between a cold beer and an ice-cold beer. Nothing compares to an ice-cold beer!!

I didn’t always enjoy beer and one of the first places I had it was at Islands, a burger restaurant. They serve their beers in a frosty mug so cold that when they pour it inside of the mug, the beer turns into a bit of a slush. I can’t explain how amazing this is, you have to try it for yourself! I highly recommend getting used to the beer taste in this fashion.

I think once women acquire the taste, they will begin enjoying beer with their favorite foods. As far as the perception of beer, I don’t think it is considered an overly manly drink by any means. I think that more women are starting to drink beer so it is less perceived as a masculine drink. When I think masculine, I think Scotch, not beer.

I love beer because there are so many different types with different tastes. There is something for everyone. I love trying different beers made around the world. I feel like it is a way for me to connect and enjoy their culture. Hopefully, more girls give beer a chance because there really is something unique and special about the taste of beer and how it is made.

Why Don't Women Like Beer?

According to MRI+, only 26.1% of women ages 18-49 drink beer.

Here are three reasons why I, a woman of 22, do not choose beer above other beverages:

(1) Taste & Smell - I've never been able to finish a beer after first tasting it. (Granted, I was never really allowed to at the age I sampled them.) I do not find the smell appetizing, nor do I enjoy the flavor in combination with the carbonation.

(2) Alternatives - If I want a cold drink on a hot day, or alongside a slice of pizza, I'll go for a Coke on ice. If I'm celebrating with friends and wish to feel a "buzz," I'll enjoy a shot of tequila (or two, depending on the occasion) or a fruity mixed drink. Furthermore, why would I drink five beers to achieve the same intoxication with only a couple shots, or a really powerful mixed drink?

(3) Perception - I perceive beer to have masculine qualities. Though I don't consider myself to be overtly feminine (what with my taste in movies, rock music, clothing, etc.), I do not wish to associate myself with being "manly" on the occasions during which I drink alcoholic beverages.

Beer

Yup, we love beer. So much that we had to tell the entire world on the internet about it.

What makes a person love beer? There are many answers to that question. Ones we'll surely be covering over the next few months as the many members of the Build-a-Beer team share their thoughts and feelings on that delicious, flavorful goodness we know so well. Some will love it. Some will hate it. At times, things may get downright emotional. You may laugh and cry all at the same time. That's the power of beer. It- eh... I think I'm getting carried away. We'd better leave it at that for now.

More to come soon!


-Chris