Beer lovers can raise a glass while honoring our nation’s 39th president. Jimmy Carter is a huge reason America’s craft beer scene is thriving today.

While we're honoring our nation's 39th president, beer lovers can raise a glass to him as well. Many people might not know that Jimmy Carter is a huge reason why our beer scene in Massachusetts is bustling.

Jimmy Carter signed a law that legalized homebrewing, sparking a nationwide craft beer movement that continues to thrive today.