Our Story
Independent since 1988, we’ve always been committed to craft and quality and doing things our own way.

Independent Since 1988
A pioneer in the Craft Beer movement, North Coast Brewing Company opened in 1988 as a local brewpub in the historic town of Fort Bragg, located on California’s Mendocino Coast.
Under the leadership of former President & Co-Founder Mark Ruedrich, the brewery has developed a strong reputation for quality, having won more than 110 awards in national and international competitions.
Featuring Red Seal Ale, Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout, Scrimshaw Pilsner, Brother Thelonious Abbey Ale, North Coast Steller IPA and other fine North Coast brands, we continue our mission to “Make the World a Better Place, One Pint at a Time”.
These exceptional beers are available in 48 states now and also are exported to Europe and the Pacific Rim.
North Coast Brewing Company is also a leader in philanthropy and sustainability. In addition to being a Certified B Corp and Benefit Corporation, the brewery is proud to be TRUE Platinum Zero Waste Certified, offer 14 Non-GMO Project Verified beers, and spearhead an innovative carbon farming project to reverse its carbon footprint and advance the science of carbon sequestration in agriculture.

Supporting Our Community
No matter which of our beers our customers choose, they are contributing to our diverse giving back programs.
Our Partner Organizations
opens in a new windowCARBON CYCLE INSTITUTE
opens in a new windowFIBERSHED
opens in a new windowFORTUNATE FARM
opens in a new windowGREEN BUSINESS CERTIFICATIONS, INC. (ZERO WASTE CERTIFICATION)
opens in a new windowLIFT ECONOMY
opens in a new windowTHE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
opens in a new windowMARINE MAMMAL RESEARCH UNIT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Location
444 N Main St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 964-3400