Today is not the birthday of Michael Groh, but since his actual date is unknown, it’s only the date of his passing that is know (1836-November 15, 1895). Around 1883, Groh became involved in the brewery founded by the Seitz Bros. in New York City known as the Westside Brewery in 1878. In 1884, the brewery was renamed Michael Groh’s Sons after bringing in his sons John and Michael Jr. into the business.

Unfortunately, in 1895, he fell from the third story window of his home, sustaining terrible injuries and passed away shortly thereafter.

His sons continued on with the business, but by 1915, shortly before prohibition, the brewery was for sale and closed the following year.