Speaking calendar/International Beer Day
7 August (Movable) · Social Habits & History

International Beer Day

A global celebration of beer in all its forms. From ancient Egyptian brewing to the modern craft beer revolution, beer has been a central part of human social life for thousands of years. Today, we debate the role of pub culture in society, the rise of alcohol-free alternatives, and whether brewing is an art form or a science.

SPEAKING LESSONB1 / B2Discussion · Vocabulary · Activities
01 / LET’S TALK

Speaking Discussion

  1. Why is beer such a popular social drink across so many different cultures?
  2. In your country, what is the etiquette for drinking? Are there specific rules about buying rounds or making toasts?
  3. Why has the craft beer movement become so successful in the last decade?
  4. Do you think social life would be better or worse if alcohol was completely removed from the equation?
  5. Should governments do more to discourage heavy drinking, or is it an individual's responsibility to manage their own habits?
  6. If you were to brew your own signature beer, what unique ingredients or flavours would you add to make it stand out?
02 / PUT IT INTO PRACTICE

Activity 1: The Pub of the Future

The Task: You are a Concept Designer. You need to design a social hub for 2050 that replaces the traditional pub.

What makes it special? How does it encourage community without relying on alcohol?

Activity 2: Rapid Fire Cheers

Complete the sentence and justify it in 20 seconds.

  • "The best place to meet friends is..."
  • "Drinking culture in my country is..."
  • "The perfect summer drink is..."