A historic brewery in San Francisco is closing its doors after 127 years. Anchor Brewing Company blames a drop in sales since 2016, saying the impacts of the pandemic and inflation left it no choice.
“This was an extremely difficult decision that Anchor reached only after many months of careful evaluation,” said Sam Singer, Anchor Brewing spokesperson.
“We recognize the importance and historic significance of Anchor to San Francisco and to the craft brewing industry,” Singer continued. “[But] the impacts of the pandemic, inflation, especially in San Francisco, and a highly competitive market left the company with no option but to make this sad decision to cease operations.”
Anchor Public Taps will stay open temporarily to sell what’s left, including a limited amount of its Christmas Ale.