Tartan Army causes Boston beer shortage as fans descend for World Cup

FootballSports
18 Jun 2026 • 3:53 PM MYT
The Independent
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Tartan Army causes Boston beer shortage as fans descend for World Cup

  • Boston pubs are experiencing a significant beer shortage due to the arrival of thousands of Scottish football fans for the World Cup.
  • Over 20,000 members of the Tartan Army have travelled to Massachusetts for Scotland's initial two group stage matches.
  • Henessy's Bar reported trade tripling that of St Patrick's Day, with its chief operating officer saying that they had “never seen anything like it”.
  • Sam Adams' Boston taproom also ran dry over the weekend, with demand for its lager four times higher than during a typical holiday period.
  • Many bars across the city have been overwhelmed by the influx of Scottish supporters, leading to unprecedented demand for beverages.

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