Great Lakes Brewing Company

Great Lakes Brewing Company[edit | edit source]

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Great Lakes Brewing Company logo

Great Lakes Brewing Company is a craft brewery located in Cleveland, Ohio. It was founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway. The brewery is known for its commitment to brewing high-quality, flavorful beers using traditional brewing methods.

History[edit | edit source]

Great Lakes Brewing Company was established in 1988, making it one of the oldest craft breweries in Ohio. The brewery was founded by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway, who were inspired by their travels in Europe and their love for traditional brewing techniques.

The brewery started with a small brewpub, located in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland. It quickly gained popularity for its handcrafted beers and became a local favorite. As demand grew, Great Lakes Brewing Company expanded its production capacity and distribution reach.

Beers[edit | edit source]

Great Lakes Brewing Company offers a wide range of beers, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some of their most popular beers include:

Dortmunder Gold - a classic German-style lager with a smooth, malty flavor.
Eliot Ness - an amber lager named after the famous lawman, known for its rich caramel and toffee notes.
Burning River - an American pale ale with a citrusy hop character and a balanced malt backbone.
Edmund Fitzgerald - a robust porter with flavors of chocolate, coffee, and roasted malt.

Sustainability Initiatives[edit | edit source]

Great Lakes Brewing Company is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. They have implemented several initiatives to reduce their environmental impact, including:

Water Conservation: The brewery has implemented water-saving measures in their brewing process and uses recycled water for cleaning purposes.
Energy Efficiency: Great Lakes Brewing Company has invested in energy-efficient equipment and lighting to reduce their energy consumption.
Waste Reduction: The brewery recycles and composts as much waste as possible, minimizing the amount of waste sent to landfills.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Great Lakes Brewing Company has received numerous awards and recognition for their beers. Some notable achievements include:

Multiple medals at the Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup.
Named "Mid-Size Brewing Company of the Year" at the Great American Beer Festival in 2018.
Consistently ranked among the top craft breweries in the United States by various industry publications.