Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, on Saturday night to endorse a new product—Hulk Hogan’s Real American Beer. Despite his well-known stance against drinking alcohol, Trump gave a glowing review of the WWE Hall of Famer’s lager, which has rolled out across 17 states this summer.
“Hulk Hogan is doing a beer, and if he’s doing it, it must be good. Great looking can and logo. Give it a try!!! DJT,” Trump wrote, praising the wrestling icon’s latest business venture.
Hogan’s Beer and Trump’s endorsement
Hogan, a cultural fixture in professional wrestling, has recently launched his Real American Beer, which sports a patriotic theme reminiscent of his larger-than-life persona in the WWE ring. The endorsement from Trump comes just weeks after Hogan made headlines by ripping his signature American flag shirt on stage at the Republican National Convention, where he voiced his support for Trump’s candidacy.
Trump’s long-standing abstinence
The former president’s promotion of Hogan’s beer raised some eyebrows, particularly given his lifelong avoidance of alcohol. In a recent interview with comedian Theo Von, Trump reiterated his straight-edge lifestyle, saying, “No drugs, no drinking, no cigarettes,” a decision he attributes to the tragic influence of his brother, who struggled with alcoholism. Despite his personal abstinence, Trump’s endorsement of the beer quickly drew attention on social media, with users questioning the sincerity of his promotion.
Mixed reactions from social media
Trump’s enthusiastic post was met with a wave of mixed responses. Some users criticized the beer itself, while others questioned Trump’s involvement in promoting an alcoholic beverage given his well-known stance. One fan sarcastically commented, “After a 6 pack you want to rip your shirt off and say racist crap.” Another quipped, “I didn’t know anybody could brew a beer that tastes like t-shirts and bigotry.”
Others offered more direct feedback on the beer itself. “My customers tell me it’s terrible. We bought a few cases when it was first available and we can’t sell them,” wrote one business owner. Another unimpressed user on X (formerly Twitter) bluntly stated, “No thanks! I’d rather drink toilet water!” while others questioned Trump’s abstinence in light of his friendship with Hogan. “HELLO… IF YOU NEVER START. YOU SAID THAT. I KNOW HE IS YOUR FRIEND BUT… I USED TO BE AN ALCOHOLIC, JUST ONE BEER?” one user commented.
Hogan’s legacy and new endeavor
While Hulk Hogan has built his career on his larger-than-life persona, the launch of Real American Beer represents a new chapter for the iconic wrestler. However, the mixed reactions to both his product and Trump’s endorsement underscore the challenge of transitioning from the ring to the business world. As the beer continues to roll out across states, time will tell if Hogan’s latest venture can overcome the initial backlash and win over both beer drinkers and wrestling fans alike.
