Frequently Asked Questions about Anheuser-Busch
- When was Anheuser-Busch founded?
Anheuser-Busch traces it origins to the Bavarian Brewery founded by George Schneider in 1852. Eberhard Anheuser acquired the brewery in 1860 and
was later joined in the business by his son-in-law Adolphus Busch.
- When was the A&Eagle first used and what does it represent?
The A&Eagle was first used on packaging in 1872. It is believed that the A stands for Eberhard Anheuser and the eagle represents the unlimited
vision of Adolphus Busch or the adopted country of both men.
- When was Budweiser first introduced?
- 1876
When was Michelob introduced?
- Introduced in 1896, Michelob was the connoisseur's beer of choice and was available only on draught until 1961.
How did Anheuser-Busch survive Prohibition?
Anheuser-Busch marketed more than 25 different non-alcoholic products such as soft drinks, truck bodies and ice cream.
Why and when was the Budweiser Clydesdale hitch first introduced?
- Brothers August A. Busch, Jr. and Adolphus Busch III presented it to their father, August A. Busch, Sr. in April 1933 to celebrate the return of
beer and the end of Prohibition.
How many generations of the Busch family have led the company?
August Busch IV is the fifth generation Busch family member to lead the company. He was preceded by his father, August Busch III; his grandfather
August Busch Jr.; his great-grandfather August Busch Sr.; and his great-great grandfather Adolphus Busch. In addition, Eberhard Anheuser was the
father-in-law of Adolphus Busch and led the company from 1860-1880.
- When was the Budweiser bow tie introduced?
- 1956