San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company Closes after 127 Years: The End of an Era in Craft Beer A Brewing Pioneer Calls it Quits In a significant blow to the craft beer industry, Anchor Brewing Company, the self-proclaimed oldest U.S. craft brewery, has announced the closure of its doors after 127 years in operation. The San […]
The Closure of Anchor Brewing: A Reflection on the Challenges Faced by Craft Breweries An End of an Era In a blow to craft beer enthusiasts, Anchor Brewing, America’s oldest craft brewery, has announced its closure after 127 years in business. The San Francisco-based company cites a combination of challenging economic factors and declining sales […]