
Sunday's New York Times explains that despite Utah's "quirky alcohol laws" pubs and breweries have managed to flourish, even in rough economic times. It all began in 1986 when ski bum and beer enthusiast Greg Schirf opened up Wasatch Brewery in Park City, Utah's first brewery. Back then, pubs were illegal. So, when Schirf wanted to add a pub to his brewery, he had to work with a legislator to construct a bill that would change the state legislature's stance. In 1989, the bill was passed.
Today, craft beers in Park City, Salt Lake City, and other cities in Utah are prospering. Garrett Oliver, at Brooklyn Brewery, in New York, states, "Utah craft brewers can coax a lot of flavor out of a relatively low amount of material." If you're a tourist traveling to Utah, chances are that you are going to come across a pub and/or brewery. The majority of them are located in tourist areas, such as Zion Canyon Brewing Company, near Zion National Park, or Moab Brewery and Eddie McStiff's in Moab.
So, while much of the state remains Mormon and doesn't drink alcoholic beverages, Utah can count on tourism to boost its beer business. If you're going to Utah this ski season, check out the Times article to find out more about the state's finest pubs and breweries.

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1-26-2009 @3:54PM Jake Pulliam said... Mmm... one of the few things I miss about Utah is Uintah Brewing Companies "Trader" pale ale.
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1-28-2009 @1:21PM Sarah said... Moab wouldn't be Moab without all the drinking places. But owww....your wallet will hurt! Drinks are not cheap!
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