American Beer Shorts
Description: D. G. Yuengling & Son, established in 1829, is the oldest operating brewing company in the United States. In 2018, by volume of sales, it was the largest craft brewery, sixth largest overall brewery and largest wholly American-owned brewery in the United States. Its headquarters are in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. In 2015, Yuengling produced about 2.9 million barrels, operating two Pennsylvania facilities and a brewery in Tampa, Florida.
Description: The Iroquois Brewery was successor to the Jacob Roos Brewery, originally founded in 1842. Much of the Iroquois advertising that appeared after prohibition cites this 1842 date as the brewery's founding. The brewery was located between Hickory and Pratt Streets in Buffalo, N.Y. It was operated by Jacob Roos and, after his death, by George Roos, until 1892, when it was sold to Leonard Burgwerger. Burgwerger razed the buildings and built a new brewery on the site. This was the start of the Iroquois Brewing Company. Iroquois survived prohibition by brewing soda and near beer, and reopened shortly after prohibition ended in April 1933. Iroquois grew and prospered after prohibition and became the largest brewer in Buffalo.
Description: The Iroquois Brewery was successor to the Jacob Roos Brewery, originally founded in 1842. Much of the Iroquois advertising that appeared after prohibition cites this 1842 date as the brewery's founding. The brewery was located between Hickory and Pratt Streets in Buffalo, N.Y. It was operated by Jacob Roos and, after his death, by George Roos, until 1892, when it was sold to Leonard Burgwerger. Burgwerger razed the buildings and built a new brewery on the site. This was the start of the Iroquois Brewing Company. Iroquois survived prohibition by brewing soda and near beer, and reopened shortly after prohibition ended in April 1933. Iroquois grew and prospered after prohibition and became the largest brewer in Buffalo.
Description: Lucky Lager is an American lager with U.S. brewing and distribution rights held by the Pabst Brewing Company, and Canadian brand ownership held by Labatt Brewing, which is now part of AB InBev. Originally launched in 1934 by the San Francisco-based General Brewing Company, Lucky Lager grew to be one of the prominent beers of the West during the 1950s and 1960s. In 2019, Pabst announced that the beer brand would be revived and would be brewed by 21st Amendment Brewery, a brewery based in San Leandro.
Description: Raise a toast to a forgotten classic with this vintage-style Meister Brau logo design. Featuring a distressed, retro label look, this tribute brings back the bold character of one of America's historic beer brands. Once a staple in Chicago and beyond, Meister Brau lives on in this nostalgic throwback graphic — perfect for beer lovers, collectors, and fans of old-school brews. Ideal for casual wear, brewery visits, or anyone who appreciates the charm of discontinued American beers.
Description: Spoetzl Brewery is a brewery located in Shiner, Texas, U.S. It produces a diverse line of Shiner Beers, including their flagship Shiner Bock, a dark lager that is now distributed countrywide. The brewery is owned by the Gambrinus Company, a family-owned company based in San Antonio, which also owns Trumer Brewery in Berkeley, California. The Spoetzl Brewery started in 1909. It was originally named "The Shiner Brewing Association," (SBA) and was founded by German and Czech immigrants who had settled around the central Texas town of Shiner. Unable to find the type of beer they had known in their home countries, they decided to brew their own. It is the oldest independent brewery in Texas and one of the oldest independent breweries in the U.S.
Description: A strong anti-racism statement for social justice advocates. This design features: Dear Racists In America Your Car Is Japanese Beer Is Mexican Oil Is Canadian Fashion Is French Vodka Is Russian And Never Forget The Land You Live On Is Native American! Promoting diversity, equality, and indigenous rights awareness.
Description: Apache was first introduced in 1934 by the Arizona Brewing Company and quickly became a popular brand in the local bars and taverns. Only offered on draught originally, the growing popularity of Apache quickly made the brewery’s primary brand. By the end of the year, the brewery announced the beer was available in bottles, and by the end of 1935, Apache Beer was available in cans and distributed throughout Arizona and parts of New Mexico and Texas securing its place as an early Southwest favorite. The Apache Beer can itself was short-lived, with new ownership in 1937, the canning line ceased operation and the Arizona Brewing Company would not produce another can until 1948.
Description: The Northern Brewing Company was founded in 1890 by Louis Rueping and John A. Klinkert as the KIinkert Brewing Company. Both Klinkert and Rueping had worked many years in the brewing business before setting up this brewery in West Superior, Wisconsin. After Klinkert's partnership ended in 1898, Louis Rueping renamed the original brewery the L. Rueping Company. In the following months, he reorganized and incorporated the Northern Brewing Company. Northern eventually grew to become one of Superior's most prosperous industries. At one time, Northern beer outsold the combined sales of all other brands in the city.
Description: Emil Kliese was a 35-year-old, German-born brewmaster who had emigrated in 1883, and by 1890 was working at a brewery in St. Louis. In the mid-1890's, Kliese made his way west, securing a position with Capital Brewing Co. in Tumwater, Washington, and by 1899, he was their head brewmaster. An opportunity arose when some investors in Tacoma wanted to open a brewery and required an expert brewmaster. Kliese wanted to run his own brewery. So he, along with, William C. Kiltz, filled for articles of incorporation in February 1900 to brew and sell at wholesale and retail beer and other malt beverages at as the Columbia Brewing Company. The brewery was located at 2120 on South C Street in Tacoma in a five-story building built over an artesian well.
Description: The Columbus Brewing Company was founded in 1905 by George Rambour and focused on producing just a couple of brews until the onset of Prohibition in 1917 changed things dramatically. At that point, they incorporated as the “Columbus Beverage Company” decided to continue with the production of a near beer. George Rambour weathered the storm and outlasted the Prohibition era to come out on the other side ready to start brewing again for all to enjoy in Columbus and this time, with a full line of brews. The line up of beers included Pawnee Dark, All-American Draught, All-American Light, All-American Draught Bock, All-American, Bock Beer, and a Holiday Special. Trucks filled with the new brews promptly rolled out a 12:01 am on Aug 10, 1933.
Description: Lucky Lager is an American lager with U.S. brewing and distribution rights held by the Pabst Brewing Company, and Canadian brand ownership held by Labatt Brewing, which is now part of AB InBev. Originally launched in 1934 by the San Francisco-based General Brewing Company, Lucky Lager grew to be one of the prominent beers of the West during the 1950s and 1960s. In 2019, Pabst announced that the beer brand would be revived and would be brewed by 21st Amendment Brewery, a brewery based in San Leandro.
Description: A bold western patriotic design featuring cowboy culture, Route 66, and classic American rodeo vibes. With elements like beer, boots, and “Land of the Free,” it captures the spirit of freedom and wild USA lifestyle. Perfect for country lovers, rodeo fans, and anyone who lives the cowboy way. Great for 4th of July, parties, or everyday western pride.
