Yes, it's definitely an American craft thing, and even worldwide in some cases. I still like an occasional drink of sake or cider or wine, or a good GF beer. But I don't drink alone, I don't drink when I have to drive myself home, and that covers most occasions to drink.

So I put interesting things in books instead!

Hops are used as sedatives by herbalists. I wonder if it's the super-scent thing for you, or if your body fights the soporific affects?