what is a boilermaker?

Answer 1

A boilermaker is a trained craftsman who produces steel fabrications from plates and sections. The name originated from craftsmen who would fabricate boilers, but they may work on projects as diverse as bridges to blast furnaces. A boilermaker is also the mascot of Purdue University located in West Lafayette, Indiana.


A Boilermaker is a cocktail consisting of a shot of whiskey, tequila, or vodka, and a glass of beer (therefore sometimes also called simply a shot and a beer). The whiskey and beer are both typically, though not necessarily, of American production, with an inexpensive bourbon or a Tennessee whiskey favored for the shot, and a mass-market American Pilsner (Miller, Budweiser, etc.) for the beer; this is due to the relatively lower alcohol content of American mass-production beers, and the relatively lower cost of American whiskey. Traditionally, the shot and the beer are served separately, although they may also be mixed beforehand by the preparer.

There are various techniques for consuming a boilermaker:

Classically, the liquor is drunk in one gulp and chased immediately by the beer.
The two may be mixed by pouring the shot into the beer. Stirring is at the discretion of the drinker.
The liquor can be poured directly into an open beer can with some beer removed ahead of time.
A shot glass of the liquor may be dropped into the beer from the surface just before drinking, glass and all - this technique is referred to as a depth charge in some circles. Upon the shot glass striking the bottom of the mug, the carbonation in the beer begins to fizz violently, requiring the drinker to immediately consume the entire drink, either leaving the shot glass in the mug, or grasping it with the lips when setting down the mug.
Bartending guides differ on the preferred technique, but all agree that speed is the essence of this drink: one aims to drink a boilermaker quickly, and get drunk just as quickly.

Answer 2

If you are referring to a trade / job, then Boilermakers and boilermaker mechanics make, install, and repair boilers, vats, and other large vessels that hold liquids and gases.
I live in Central NY. The F.X. Matt Brewery, in Utica NY is where the nations largest race, "Boilermaker", got it's name.
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race was established in 1978 by Earle C. Reed. Reed was looking for a way to give back to the community that had supported his family's business, Utica Companies. The race began with just over 800 runners and a budget of $750. Now, the Boilermaker is the largest 15K in the nation with more than 10,000 runners.
The name is credited to the late Frank S. Owens, Jr., former Vice President of Advertising at the F. X. Matt Brewery. It was he who suggested the name, combining the nature of Reed’s company, Utica Boilers, with an old-time drink that was made by dropping a shot of whiskey into a mug of beer.

Answer 3

A boilermaker is a trained craftsman who produces steel fabrications from plates and sections. The name originated from craftsmen who would fabricate boilers, but they may work on projects as diverse as bridges to blast furnaces. A boilermaker is also the mascot of Purdue University located in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Answer 4

The only state mandated insurance is Workers Compensation. In OH, WC is monopolistic - which means you HAVE to buy the state policy. NOTHING else is "required" by the state, unless there are owned vehicles. Commonly, I'd expect a boiler manufacturer to carry coverage similar to other manufacturers - general liabiltiy, property which may or may not include stock, commercial auto, commercial umbrella, etc, Just like any other business. What any particular company has, well, that information is protected by the privacy laws.

Answer 5

if you are talking about booze. it is commonly rerfered to as a Boilermaker or a DepthCharge. Drop a shot glass of wiskey into a large glass of beer. DepthCharge. Get it?

Answer 6

I'm assuming you mean the drink and not someone who makes boilers.

A shot of spirits, mainly whisky but others can be used, drunk with a beer.

There are several ways of drinking them

Down the spirit then down the beer in one.

Pour the spirit into the beer & down it in one.

Drop the shot glass of spirit in the beer.... and guess what ... down it in one (this one is also known as a depth charge).

Using Irish whisky and Guinness turns your boiler maker into an Irish Car Bomb

Answer 7

It depends on the context the word is used. It can mean a person who makes boilers, it can mean a certain type of alcoholic drink, or it could be team name.

Answer 8

It is a shot of whiskey and a glass of beer for a chaser.

Answer 9

It is a shot of whiskey and a beer. drop the shot fast and slam the beer

Answer 10

a cooker of steal, cement with reinforced steal, reinforced bricks etc.
Anything that needs to be reinforced with steal.
Very good money but hard dangerous work