Earth Eagle Returns to Beer for History

Earth Eagle Returns to Beer for History

Held on the grounds of the American Independence Museum at Folsom Tavern (c. 1775) in Exeter, Beer for History provides history lovers and beer aficionados with the opportunity to sample brews from across New Hampshire. Scheduled to next take place on Thursday, October 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Earth Eagle Brewings is the next featured brewer.

“They have been here several times, so we are excited they can visit with us again,” noted Museum Executive Director Jennifer Carr.

Established in Portsmouth in 2012, Earth Eagle Brewings also features Earth Eagle North in Somersworth, a location that is now their primary brewing facility. At Beer for History, Earth Eagle Brewings will bring several varieties of beer, highlighted by their best-seller, New England Gangsta’, a West Coast style IPA with Pacific NW hops.

Other beers for which Earth Eagle Brewings has become well-known include Armadillo Danger (a single-hopped American pale featuring Amarillo hops), Piscataqua (an American corn lager), Circling Birds (a double-dry hopped DIPA), and Birds from Mars (a tropical IPA).

“If you love craft beer and beautifully restored historic taverns, you’ll love Beer for History,” added Carr, who said musician Artty Francoeur will also perform. “He plays the harmonica and guitar, and he sings, too, so he is a wonderful addition to the evening’s festivities.”

Presented by Donahue Tucker & Ciandella, Beer for History is family-friendly and features the Foy Family Children’s Library within Folsom Tavern. A space filled with curated books for kids that focus on 18th century life and a reading nook with comfortable seating, the Library additionally features a dress-up area with Revolutionary-era clothing, play kitchen, games, and more.

Beer for History with Earth Eagle Brewings takes place on Thursday, October 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the American Independence Museum’s Folsom Tavern, 164 Water St., Exeter, NH. In addition to unique brews, Beer for History features colonial-inspired games, music, and light snacks. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members, while youth (under 21) are free.

Other remaining events in the series include UNH Brewing Science Laboratory (based in Durham) on November 3. To purchase tickets, or learn more about Beer for History, click here.

About the American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Beer for History to Feature Sap House Meadery

Beer for History to Feature Sap House Meadery

A craft meadery located between the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire in Center Ossipee, Sap House Meadery will headline the next Beer for History at the American Independence Museum’s historic Folsom Tavern. Beer for History with Sap House Meadery takes place on Thursday, October 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Presented by Donahue Tucker & Ciandella, the popular series generally features brewers that are not local to the greater Exeter or Seacoast regions. “It’s a chance to not just celebrate history, but provide adult guests with the opportunity to sample unique brews, wine, or mead in this case that may not available locally,” said the museum’s Jennifer Carr. “We are thrilled to introduce people to a world-class meadmaker in Sap House Meadery.”

Matt Trahan, co-founder of Sap House Meadery, said he is equally thrilled to join Beer for History for the first time and introduce people to mead, widely regarded as the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage. “Mead is made from honey and predates grape wine and beer—it goes back to the Egyptians over 7,000 years ago,” he explained.

Regarding what will be on tap, Trahan cited three “outstanding” meads, although he acknowledged My Hour of Darkness (15% ABV) may feature their most interesting backstory. “It’s a collaboration with Ft. Hamilton Distilling in New York where we aged our traditional mead for 18 months in their rye whiskey barrels,” he said. “It picks up all the good pepper notes of a rye, the sweet vanilla of the oak, and combines it with the richness of the honey.”

Noting it drinks like “a very easy going spirit,” Trahan said it has been their most popular release to date. It may also be of particular interest to fans, new and old, of the American Independence Museum.

“Ft. Hamilton Distilling is steeped in Revolutionary War history,” he said. “Their tagline of ‘Hearts of Oak’ references an Alexander Hamilton raid on Manhattan Island that resulted in the first US Artillery Battery being formed.”

In addition to My Hour of Darkness, Sap House Meadery is expected to bring Ready to Drum, a light, carbonated session mead flavored with strawberries, red currants, and blueberries. “It’s a great mead for hiking, boating, and generally being outside,” said Trahan. “Ready to Drum” comes from an old saying to describe berries so ripe that they make a drumming sound as they drop into a bucket. We found the line in an old Robert Frost poem.”

Sap House Meadery will also bring Sugar Maple, the first mead they ever made. “It’s both honey and maple syrup fermented together, which gives it a complex, smokey, and earthy note beyond the sweetness,” explained Trahan. “It’s great as an after-dinner sipper or mixed into a cocktail.”

Beer for History with Sap House Meadery takes place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6 at the American Independence Museum’s Folsom Tavern, 164 Water St., Exeter, NH. In addition to unique brews, Beer for History features colonial-inspired games, music, and light snacks. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members, while youth (under 21) are free.

Other remaining events in the series include Earth Eagle Brewings (Portsmouth) on October 20, and UNH Brewing Science Laboratory (Durham) on November 3. To purchase tickets, or learn more about Beer for History, visit independencemuseum.org.

About the American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Beer For History Czar’s Brewery

Beer For History Czar’s Brewery

Beer for History featuring Czar's Brewery 11/18
$15 AIM Members
$20 Non-members
$ 5 children under 21
What’s a tavern without beer? Join us for Beer for History as we bring the spirt of Folsom Tavern alive. This week’s event will feature Czar’s Brewery.
Different programming will be ‘on tap’ at each event including music, trivia or colonial tavern games.

Held outside on the lawn of the Folsom Tavern, 164 Water Street, Exeter, NH 03833 featuring tents and campfires for sitting or mingling.

Beer For History

Beer For History

Beer For History 11/4 UHN Brew Lab
$15 AIM Members
$20 Non-members
$ 5 children under 21
What’s a tavern without beer? Join us for Beer for History as we bring the spirt of Folsom Tavern alive. This week’s event will feature UNH’s Brewing Science Laboratory.

Seasonal beer pours:
Harvest Thyme Brown Ale
Stormy Seas Oatmeal Stout
Wildcat Wheat

Different programming will be ‘on tap’ at each event including music, trivia or colonial tavern games.

Held outside on the lawn of the Folsom Tavern, 164 Water Street, Exeter, NH 03833 featuring tents and campfires for sitting or mingling.

Beer For History

Beer For History

Beer For History 10/14 with Pipedream Brewery
$15 AIM Members
$20 Non-members
$ 5 children under 21
What’s a tavern without beer? Join us for Beer for History as we bring the spirt of Folsom Tavern alive. Each event will highlight a different local brewery who will pour three of their beers, including one of their most popular. Brewers are looking for feedback, so this is a chance to talk with them directly!
Different programming will be ‘on tap’ at each event including music, trivia or colonial tavern games.

Held outside on the lawn of the Folsom Tavern, 164 Water Street, Exeter, NH 03833 featuring tents and campfires for sitting or mingling.

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