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Rare Anheuser-Busch Antique 1916 Wooden Box Bevo Non-Alcoholic Malt Beverage

$ 150.47

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Brand: Anheuser-Busch
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Modified Item: No
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Condition: Complete and original 12 pounds, 21.5" long x 14' wide, x 9" high. Bevo Malt/Beer was a non-alcoholic malt made by Anheuser-Busch starting in 1916 when the box was made. During U.S. Prohibition (1920-1933) it was widely used. Complete box with hinged top. The top reads, "All Growns must bear this," meaning all grown-ups must bear this non-alcoholic drink because of prohibition. The face of the Grown Fox no longer appears. There is a Union-Made Stamp on the side and please see photos for more complete description.
  • Time Period Manufactured: Pre-Prohibition
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Theme: Breweriana, Beer
  • California Prop 65 Warning: na
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Anheuser-Busch  Antique 1916 Wooden Prohibition Bevo Beer Box Union Made.
    Read interesting history online.
    This is a 1916 solid wood crate for a non alcohol beer that was sold during prohibition called "Bevo". Bevo was a non-alcoholic Malt Beverage brewed in the United States by the Anheuser Busch company beginning in the early 20th century (1916). Bevo enjoyed its greatest success during the time of prohibition when beer, wine and distilled liquors and, were made illegal for thirteen years. This was Anheuser Busch's creation in order to survive prohibition.