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Anchor Brewing has played a significant role in San Francisco's rich history. Anchor's eight unique beers—including Anchor Steam®—are all produced in one of the most traditional and handsome breweries in the world. Each brew is virtually handmade from an all-malt mash in our handcrafted copper brewhouse, a veritable museum of the simple, traditional breweries of old.

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Anchor Steam Beer

Anchor Steam yesterdaySan Francisco's famous Anchor Steam®, the classic of American brewing tradition since 1896, is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for Anchor Steam today the ancient art of brewing. Now six of our beers, including Anchor Steam®, are available in 22-ounce bottles! View PDF flyer.
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Anchor Brewers & Distillers, LLC, a company established to commercially unite and empower craft brewers and artisan distillers, announced the closing of the acquisition of Anchor Brewing Company which features a portfolio of craft beers and artisan spirits, including the award-winning Anchor Steam Beer, Junipero Gin & Old Potrero Whisky.

"Today marks a major milestone, culminating our work with Fritz Maytag to maintain the time-honored legacy of Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco," said Tony Foglio, Chairman of Anchor Brewers & Distillers. Read press release.

Watch Fritz Maytag on video talking about Anchor Brewing and tasting beer.

Listen to podcast of interview with Fritz Maytag and Keith Greggor.

The Rebirth of America's First Whiskey, a video podcast with Fritz Maytag. More about Fritz Maytag and York Creek Vineyards.

“Spirits of the Times:” The New York Times rates the Junípero Gin martini.

Fritz Maytag, James Beard Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award winner.

View James Beard Foundation movie about Fritz Maytag.

Uniquely San Franciscan

The Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, Coit Tower, cable cars, fresh crab, sourdough bread, and Anchor Steam®. Something wonderful about all these things says, simply, San Francisco.

Our Anchor Steam Bike Jersey Cocktail Boothby’s American Bartender wins 2 Indie Excellence Awards!