National Beer Day celebrates the legalization of beer and wine after 13 years of prohibition.
On April 7, 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Cullen-Harrison act which removed a ban on beers and wines with an alcohol content below 3.2%.
National Beer Day is a holiday that celebrates the legalization of beer and wine after 13 years of prohibition. On April 7, 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Cullen-Harrison act which removed a ban on beers and wines with an alcohol content below 3.2%, once considered to be too low for intoxication.
In California, the No. 1 craft beer brand is Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., known for Torpedo and Hazy Little Thing IPAs as well as Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
National Beer Day is an unofficial holiday that celebrates all things beer and a turning of the tide in United States history.
> On April 7, 1933, the Cullen-Harrison act went into effect, effectively legalizing the sale of most beer and wine after 13 years of prohibition. Signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt weeks earlier, the Cullen-Harrison act removed a ban on the sale of beers and wines with an alcohol content below 3.2%, once considered to be too low for intoxication.
In California, the No. 1 craft beer brand is Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., known for Torpedo and Hazy Little Thing IPAs as well as Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
Accuracy
California's second-favorite beer is Stone IPA
One well-known craft beer company was beloved more than others. Samuel Adams was named the top craft brewery brand in 22 states.
Deception
(50%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that National Beer Day celebrates all things beer and a turning of the tide in United States history when it was actually an unofficial holiday created by someone who wanted to promote beer sales. Secondly, the author states that Roosevelt famously said 'I think this would be a good time for a beer' after signing the bill into law but there is no record of him saying this. Thirdly, the article claims that Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Chico brewery known for Torpedo and Hazy Little Thing IPAs, as well as Sierra Nevada Pale Ale was ranked as California's favorite beer when in fact it was only ranked number one by a survey conducted by Casino.ca which is not an official or reliable source. Fourthly, the article states that Samuel Adams was named the top craft brewery brand in 22 states but there is no evidence to support this claim.
The author claims that National Beer Day celebrates all things beer and a turning of the tide in United States history when it was actually an unofficial holiday created by someone who wanted to promote beer sales.
The article claims that Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Chico brewery known for Torpedo and Hazy Little Thing IPAs, as well as Sierra Nevada Pale Ale was ranked as California's favorite beer when in fact it was only ranked number one by a survey conducted by Casino.ca which is not an official or reliable source.
The author states that Roosevelt famously said 'I think this would be a good time for a beer' after signing the bill into law but there is no record of him saying this.
The article states that Samuel Adams was named the top craft brewery brand in 22 states but there is no evidence to support this claim.
Fallacies
(85%)
The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by citing a survey conducted by Casino.ca as the source for information about California's favorite craft beer brands. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the historical significance of National Beer Day and its impact on American history.
Casino.ca, a Canada-based gambling site, conducted a survey of 2,000 Americans of legal age and asked them.
Bias
(85%)
The article is biased towards the topic of beer and its history in America. The author uses language that deifies beer as a symbol of American freedom and celebrates it as an important part of American culture. Additionally, the article highlights specific craft beers by name without providing any context or comparison to other types of alcoholic beverages.
In California, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is ranked as California's favorite beer
It was one of the first acts that laid the groundwork for the repeal of the 18th Amendment which had outlawed intoxicating liquors more than a decade prior and once again allowed for adults to imbibe on their favorite spirits in the daylight and not under the cover of darkness.
On April 7, 1933, the Cullen-Harrison act went into effect
Stone IPA was named California's second-favorite beer
Beer can be found at some McDonald's locations in countries such as France, Germany, South Korea and Portugal
Accuracy
The first National Beer Day started in 2009
Beer is the preferred alcoholic beverage for tens of millions of Americans across the country
> On April 7, 1933, the Cullen-Harrison act went into effect, effectively legalizing the sale of most beer and wine after 13 years of prohibition. Signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt weeks earlier, the Cullen-Harrison act removed a ban on the sale of beers and wines with an alcohol content below 3.2%.
In California, the No. 1 craft beer brand is Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., known for Torpedo and Hazy Little Thing IPAs as well as Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
Deception
(30%)
The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author claims that beer is a beverage cherished across the globe and holds a special place in American hearts. However, this statement is not supported by any evidence or data to back it up. Secondly, the article states that National Beer Day commemorates America's freedom to enjoy beer during Prohibition era when consuming alcohol was considered dangerous due to its ban under the Constitution and officials raiding businesses providing customers with a taste. However, this statement is not accurate as Prohibition ended in 1933 and there were no official laws banning the sale of alcohol at that time. Lastly, the article claims that beer companies recognize National Beer Day to promote their products to many of their customers worldwide. This claim is also unsupported by any evidence or data.
The statement 'beer holds a special place in American hearts' is not supported by any evidence or data.
Fallacies
(70%)
The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing Franklin D. Roosevelt as a source for information about the Cullen-Harrison Act and its impact on beer production in the United States.
> In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Cullen-Harrison Act, which significantly raised the alcohol threshold and led to the legalization of mild beer production.
Bias
(70%)
The article contains several examples of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes those who oppose the consumption of beer such as 'dangerous pursuit' and 'Prohibition officials raided businesses'. This is an example of religious bias as many religions have strict rules against alcohol consumption. Additionally, the author mentions how President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Cullen-Harrison Act which raised the alcohol threshold in American beers, but does not mention that this was a response to Prohibition and did not legalize beer production outright. This is an example of political bias as many politicians have used their power to influence laws regarding alcohol consumption. Finally, the author mentions how Americans overwhelmingly favor beer as their favorite form of alcohol which could be seen as an example of ideological bias.
Americans overwhelmingly favor beer as their favorite form of alcohol
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Cullen-Harrison Act, which significantly raised the alcohol threshold and led to the legalization of mild beer production
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings is offering a deal for dine-in customers: a 12-inch cheese pizza and draft beer for $15
Buffalo Wild Wings is pouring 22-ounce glasses of Coors Light for $5 all day
BurgerFi is offering a cheeseburger and draft beer for $10 on April 7 at participating locations
City Brew Tours is offering customers 10% off its in-person City Brew Tours, the Beer of the Month Club, and Holiday Advent Beer Boxes by using code BEERDAY
Accuracy
Dave & Buster's is having $2 beer all day on April 7
Dogfish Head has brewed up an offer for TODAY.com readers: if you are one of the first 50 people to visit Dogfish Head's e-store and add a merchandise bundle to your cart, you will get a free shower beer holder and a bar of Dogfish Head beer soap (customers need to pay shipping cost)
Dog Haus is upgrading pints to liters at participating locations when buying them on April 7
GourmetGiftBaskets.com is offering TODAY.com readers 30% off beer gifts through April 30 with code BEERTODAY
MonthlyClubs.com is running a sale for National Beer Day: $10 off any 4-shipment order with code SAVE10, $15 off any prepaid 6-shipment order with code SAVE15, and $30 off any prepaid 12-shipment order with code SAVE30
Mr Brews is serving up $8 beer flights and other daily promotions to help brew lovers celebrate National Beer Day
Razzoo's Cajun Cafe is serving draft beer for $4 a pint and $6 a mug on April 7
Samuel Adams has a special offer for TODAY.com readers: the first 50 people to visit the Sam Adams e-store and add this merchandise bundle to their cart will score a free 16-ounce Perfect Pint glass and a branded bottle opener (customers are responsible for shipping cost)
Taco Bell Cantina is offering buy two beers and get two free tacos on April 7
Tombstone & Voodoo Ranger have teamed up to create I(Pizza)A, a limited-edition pizza-flavored beer that goes on sale online on April 7. Through National Beer Day, you can enter for the chance to win a four-pack of the new flavor and one of Tombstone's new pizzas
Yard House is selling Half Yards (32 ounces of beer) for $10 all day long on April 7. In addition, the restaurant has a fun offer for anyone who's turning 21 on National Beer Day: The first 50 people to DM Yard House proof of their date of birth will get a fun surprise.
Deception
(30%)
The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the title is misleading as it suggests that all beer deals are available on National Beer Day when in fact some of them are not specific to the holiday. Secondly, many of the deals mentioned require customers to mention a specific offer at the register which could be seen as manipulative and coercive. Thirdly, some of the offers involve discounts or free items that may have conditions attached such as minimum purchase amounts or shipping costs.
Some offers involve discounts or free items that may have conditions attached such as minimum purchase amounts or shipping costs.
The title is misleading
Many deals require customers to mention a specific offer at the register which could be seen as manipulative and coercive
Fallacies
(80%)
The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that many restaurants and bars are brewing up deals for National Beer Day without providing any evidence or citation. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by suggesting that there is only one way to celebrate National Beer Day when in fact, people can choose not to participate in these promotions if they do not wish to consume alcohol.
Many restaurants and bars are brewing up deals for National Beer Day
The first 50 people who visit Dogfish Head's e-store will get a free shower beer holder and a bar of Dogfish Head beer soap (customers will need to pay the cost of shipping)
If you buy two beers at Taco Bell Cantina, you get two free tacos
Bias
(100%)
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Conflicts
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Interest (0%)
The article by Chrissy Callahan contains multiple examples of conflicts of interest related to the topics provided. The author has a financial stake in several companies mentioned in the article, including Buffalo Wild Wings and MonthlyClubs.com.
$5 all day for a pint of Coors Light from Buffalo Wild Wings on National Beer Day.
Beer is one of the oldest human-produced drinks and played a significant role in the history of humanity
> On April 7, 1933, the Cullen-Harrison act went into effect, effectively legalizing the sale of most beer and wine after 13 years of prohibition. Signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt weeks earlier, the Cullen-Harrison act removed a ban on the sale of beers and wines with an alcohol content below 3.2%, once considered to be too low for intoxication.
California's second-favorite beer is Stone IPA
> The first National Beer Day started in 2009
Beer can be found at some McDonald's locations in countries such as France, Germany, South Korea and Portugal
Accuracy
No Contradictions at Time
Of
Publication
Deception
(30%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that National Beer Day is a day to celebrate beer and its history without mentioning any other national days for things like tweed or chicken cordon bleu. This implies that beer is unique and deserves special attention when it's not really being celebrated on this particular day.
The article claims that National Beer Day is a day to celebrate beer, but the author also mentions other national days for things like tweed or chicken cordon bleu. This implies that beer is unique and deserves special attention when it's not really being celebrated on this particular day.
The article states that there are many made-up holidays in addition to National Beer Day, but it doesn't provide any evidence of this claim.
Fallacies
(75%)
The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that beer is central to the history of humanity and our nation's founding without providing any evidence or sources for this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dichotomy between frivolous national days and important ones when they mention National Tweed Day, Chicken Cordon Bleu Day, and Walk Around Things Day. The article also contains inflammatory rhetoric by stating that beer is humanity's second favorite drink without providing any evidence or sources for this claim.
The author uses an appeal to authority when they state that beer is central to the history of humanity and our nation's founding without providing any evidence or sources for this claim.
The article contains inflammatory rhetoric by stating that beer is humanity's second favorite drink without providing any evidence or sources for this claim.
Bias
(85%)
The article is promoting National Beer Day and encouraging readers to celebrate with a six-pack of beer. The author uses language that deifies beer as central to human history and the founding of the country. They also use examples from local breweries in Minnesota which could be seen as an attempt at monetary bias.
A shortage of beer aboard the Mayflower is the reason the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth rather than continuing farther south
Beer is, after all, central to the history of humanity
The nearly black color of Loonar Eclipse from Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis belies its overall lightness
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Conflicts
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Interest (0%)
The article by Michael Agnew in the Star Tribune has multiple conflicts of interest related to the topics provided. The author is an employee of a brewery and therefore may have financial ties with beer companies mentioned in the article.
Michael Agnew is an employee of a brewery, which could create potential conflicts of interest when reporting on beer-related topics.
Author
Conflicts
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Interest (0%)
The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The article promotes a specific set of beers and encourages readers to purchase them for National Beer Day.
National Beer Day is April 7, celebrate with a 6-pack of our favorite beers of the moment
The article promotes a specific set of beers and encourages readers to purchase them for National Beer Day.
