Blue Moon (beer)

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Blue Moon 2016 logo.jpg
Blue Moon Brewing truck 8 Av 49 St jeh.jpg
Error creating thumbnail:
Error creating thumbnail:

Blue Moon is a Belgian-style wheat beer brewed by Blue Moon Brewing Company, a subsidiary of MillerCoors. It was launched in 1995 and has since become one of the most popular craft beers in the United States.

History[edit | edit source]

Blue Moon was created by Keith Villa, a brewmaster at the Sandlot Brewery at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado. The beer was originally named "Bellyslide Belgian White," but it was later changed to Blue Moon.

Production[edit | edit source]

Blue Moon is brewed with malted barley, white wheat, orange peel, coriander, and oats. The beer is unfiltered, which gives it a cloudy appearance. It is typically served with a slice of orange to enhance its citrus aroma and flavor.

Varieties[edit | edit source]

In addition to the original Belgian White, Blue Moon Brewing Company offers several other varieties, including:

  • Blue Moon Mango Wheat
  • Blue Moon Honey Wheat
  • Blue Moon Iced Coffee Blonde
  • Blue Moon LightSky

Awards[edit | edit source]

Blue Moon has won several awards, including a gold medal at the World Beer Cup and a silver medal at the Great American Beer Festival.

Marketing[edit | edit source]

Blue Moon is marketed as a craft beer, although it is produced by a large brewing company. This has led to some controversy within the craft beer community. Despite this, Blue Moon remains a popular choice among beer drinkers.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD