News Archives
The History of Our Old Stock Ale
We released our first Old Stock Ale in the year 2000, but our interest in the “Old Ale” brewing style dates back to a time in the 1990s, when the last of the classic English old ales had nearly disappeared from the market. Cellaring and aging isn’t just for fine wine...
The Early, Tenuous Days of Centennial Hops
By Jeff Alworth | Beervana I spoke to Mark Ruedrich this week about Old Rasputin Imperial Stout. The company he cofounded, North Coast Brewing, first made that wonderful beer 24 years ago, and it will feature in a forthcoming "Classic Beer" column. I'm not here to...
North Coast Releases its First Imperial IPA
From its seaside perch on California’s Mendocino coast, North Coast Brewing began its now 30 year craft brewing tradition with a flagship beer dedicated to a local marine mammal: Ruedrich’s Red Seal Ale. Since that time, the brewery has grown its family of...
Will You Beer My Valentine?
Did you know that our Le Merle Belgian Style Farmhouse Ale was named for North Coast Co-founder Mark's wife? She has been an inspiration since the brewery's founding in 1988. On Valentine's Day we like to raise a glass of this fine saison in her honor. Why not join...
Happy Birthday, Grigori: Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout Wins Gold!
Imperial Stouts (read: extra strong stouts) were first brewed in Britain in the 18th century and were exported along the shipping routes of the Baltic Sea. Strong porters, also brewed for export at that time, were favored in Poland, Finland, and Sweden, while Russians...
Barrel-Aged Old Rasputin XX Wins Gold Medal at World Beer Championships
Every year, we age a special batch of our infamous Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout in bourbon barrels, adding an extra kick and flavor profile to an already impressively well-balanced and potent brew. We're excited to announce that this year's annual release of...
North Coast Brewing Co. Leadership awarded North Bay CEO & CFO of the Year
In the year approaching its 30th Anniversary, North Coast Brewing Company has been showered with accolades for everything from their approach to brewing to their approach to business. This week, President Mark Ruedrich received the “Large Brewery CEO of the Year”...
Put down your IPA and try Laguna Baja, our new Mexican-Style Dark Lager
The closest you'll get to swimming with grey whales. Introducing Laguna Baja Mexican-Style Dark Lager! A delicious new North Coast brew released just in time for the winter migration of the California Grey Whale to Mexico's warmer waters. Laguna Baja is an eminently...
Assemblymember Jim Wood Recognized North Coast Brewing Company as Small Business of the Year!
On June 5th, 2017 in Sacramento, Assemblymember Jim Wood recognized North Coast Brewing Company as Small Business of the Year! “I have the challenge of selecting a small business every year from many qualified North Coast businesses throughout the...
Partner Fortunate Farm Recognized as Featured Farm Steward for 2017
North Coast Brewing Company’s partner farm, Fortunate Farm, has been recognized by American Farmland Trust as a Featured Farm Steward for 2017. American Farmland Trust created Profiles in Stewardship to showcase farmers who have made outstanding strides toward...
