Riga is experiencing a craft beer boom, with a number of interesting and innovative local breweries – as well as specialist bars and pubs showcasing the finest Latvian brews – popping up throughout the city. In the past few years, the stunning capital has shaken off its reputation as a cheap bachelor/stag party favorite and emerged as an exciting new destination for fans of craft beer.A history of beer in LatviaIn the 19th century, there were many working breweries including the Aldaris Brewery, which was founded in 1865. In 1940, Aldaris brewed 8 million liters of beer; however, over...…Riga is experiencing a craft beer boom, with a number of interesting and innovative local breweries – as well as specialist bars and pubs showcasing the finest Latvian brews – popping up throughout the city. In the past few years, the stunning capital has shaken off its reputation as a cheap bachelor/stag party favorite and emerged as an exciting new destination for fans of craft beer.A history of beer in LatviaIn the 19th century, there were many working breweries including the Aldaris Brewery, which was founded in 1865. In 1940, Aldaris brewed 8 million liters of beer; however, over...WW…