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Beer Prescriptions: Christian Heurich Brewing Company’s 1904 Ad

Did you know that the Christian Heurich Brewing Company once ran an ad in the Washington Times where they suggested that beer was so healthy and nutritious that doctors should prescribe it to their patients? Read about this amazing ad from 1904!
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Christian Heurich Brewing Company advertisement in the Washington Times - June 24th, 1904
Christian Heurich Brewing Company advertisement in the Washington Times – June 24th, 1904

Who wouldn’t want a doctor to prescribe them beer? What an excellent doctor, promoting the “appetizing, nourishing, strengthening, and general upbuilding results” of delicious beer.

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