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As Canned Beer Makes Comeback, N.H. Anheuser-Busch Plant Plans Expansion

Daniel Nguyen

The Anheuser-Busch plant in New Hampshire is planning for an addition to produce canned beer.

The Telegraph of Nashuareports the Merrimack Planning Board has approved construction of a 5,300-square-foot brewing facility and 50,000 square feet in warehouse and packaging buildings.

Canned beer is making a comeback, as new technologies such as polymer linings have allowed beer to be stored longer in cans without acquiring a metallic taste.

The Merrimack plant was opened in 1970. It is one of 12 U.S. breweries owned by Anheuser-Busch, the world's largest beer company, and is one of three breweries that host the company's famous Clydesdale horses.

Rebecca oversees the team that makes NHPR podcasts, including Outside/In and Civics 101. She has previously served as NHPR's Director of Audience & Engagement, Digital Director, and Senior Producer for Word of Mouth.
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