According to Brian Hathaway, the beer expert for the beer delivery service Brewvana, it’s worth looking at the origins of the beer garden itself. “Beer gardens (or biergartens in German) originated in Bavaria, where breweries would plant gardens above their underground cellar in an effort to keep their fermentations cool,” he explains. “The beautiful plants and open-air space inspired breweries to curate these spaces into a communal area where beer and food would be served.”
Similar to the difference between saloon, tavern, bar and pub, the definition of what makes a beer garden a beer garden has loosened a bit since its origin. “Each country has now put its own spin on the tradition of enjoying a cold beer outside,” says Shawn Zipay, mixologist and purveyor of the website Cocktails with Class. “For example, in the U.K., beer gardens are family-friendly spots featuring swing sets and slides to keep the kids entertained while the adults enjoy a cold drink, and they’re normally created in the ‘backyard’ of the pub.”
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