Allagash Brewing Company

Allagash Brewing Company
Location	Portland, Maine, United States
Opened	1995
Key people	Rob Tod (Founder and Brewmaster)
Website	www.allagash.com

Allagash Brewing Company[edit | edit source]

The Allagash Brewing Company is a craft brewery located in Portland, Maine, United States. It was founded in 1995 by Rob Tod, who is also the brewmaster of the company. Allagash is known for its Belgian-inspired beers and has gained a reputation for producing high-quality and innovative brews.

History[edit | edit source]

Allagash Brewing Company was established in 1995 by Rob Tod, who had a passion for Belgian-style beers. Inspired by his travels in Belgium, Tod aimed to bring the unique flavors and brewing techniques of Belgian beer to the United States. He started the brewery with a small 15-barrel brewhouse and initially focused on producing a single beer, the Allagash White.

The Allagash White, a Belgian-style wheat beer, quickly gained popularity and became the flagship beer of the brewery. Its success allowed Allagash to expand its production and introduce a wider range of beers, including limited-edition and barrel-aged brews.

Over the years, Allagash Brewing Company has received numerous awards and accolades for its beers. The brewery has been recognized for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship, as well as its dedication to sustainability and community involvement.

Beers[edit | edit source]

Allagash Brewing Company offers a diverse lineup of beers, with a focus on Belgian-inspired styles. Some of their popular beers include:

Allagash White: A traditional Belgian-style wheat beer with notes of citrus and spice.
Allagash Tripel: A strong golden ale with complex flavors of fruit, spice, and yeast.
Allagash Curieux: A bourbon barrel-aged Belgian-style ale with rich flavors of vanilla and oak.
Allagash Black: A Belgian-style stout with roasted malt flavors and hints of chocolate and coffee.
Allagash Coolship Resurgam: A spontaneously fermented beer, aged in oak barrels to develop unique flavors and aromas.

Sustainability and Community Involvement[edit | edit source]

Allagash Brewing Company is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The brewery has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of solar panels to generate electricity and the installation of a water reclamation system.

In addition to its focus on sustainability, Allagash is actively involved in the local community. The brewery supports various charitable organizations and community events, and regularly collaborates with other local businesses and breweries.