In a unique brew-tiful tribute to America's founding father, the New York Public Library is joining forces to revive George Washington's long-lost beer recipe. The project marks a significant milestone in the country's 250th anniversary celebrations, offering a fascinating glimpse into the personal life of the nation's first president. Washington's personal ledger, discovered in the library's archives, contains a cryptic recipe for a type of beer brewed at Mount Vernon, his beloved estate in Virginia. Historians and brewmasters are now working together to recreate this historic brew, shedding new light on the tastes and traditions of colonial America.


New York Public Library helps bring George Washington's beer recipe back to life to celebrate America 250  ABC7 New York