The Growler: For Beer Fans on the Go

Meet the growler. Invented in the late 1800’s, the 64-ounce refillable beer containers have found a new popularity – and life – in New York.

The benefits of using a glass growler are many, say beer connoisseurs: you can have draft beer at home, there are no bottles to throw out  – and you pay $2.50 a pint, versus $6 to $8 a pint at a bar.

The downside is there is a limited time to drink the beer before it goes flat. But if you can drink four pints quick enough – or have others help you – the growler may replace your six-pack for good.