Brooklyn SeltzerFest celebrates NYC's seltzer culture

The first Brooklyn SeltzerFest took place at Industry City, attracting over 600 attendees. The event celebrated the history of seltzer in New York City with tastings, antique syphons, and a national egg cream competition, marking a significant cultural celebration. The festival, organized by the Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, aimed to highlight the beverage's impact on the city. It featured workshops, trivia, and performances, expanding from last year's National Egg Cream Invitational, which sold out quickly. Winners of the egg cream competition included Lofty Pursuits and Hank Schwartz for best taste, while Brooklyn Farmacy won the Golden Syphon Champion award. The event emphasized seltzer's nostalgic and cultural significance in New York.