Seattle’s original, oldest brewpub celebrates 37 years this Saturday
Yep, it’s been a brutal year for beer lovers in the PNW as we’ve struggled with the loss of some of our local, legacy breweries. Big Time Brewery certainly fits the bill when it comes to legacy: it’s been open in Seattle’s University District since 1988, the first post-Prohibition brewpub in the city. Given recent events, it’s essential to recognize and support the still-great breweries that stand the test of time. This Saturday, Big Time celebrates 37 years on Seattle’s University Way. Stop by and show your appreciation.
“Come celebrate with us this Saturday! It has been a brutal year for craft beer,” said owner Rick McLaughlin on Big Time Brewery’s Instagram page. “Pike Place Brewery and pub was a tough hit, Maritime, Boundary Bay, and years before, Hale’s Ales. Big Time is all that is left of the old guard, so please help us stand strong.”
Let it strengthen our resolve
In recent months, we’ve said goodbye to some dear old friends. Boundary Bay Brewery closed its brewery and bistro in Bellingham. Maritime Pacific Brewing closed its brewery and pub in Ballard, but thankfully continues to operate as the new home of Rooftop Brewing, which still makes some of Maritime’s beers. The venerable Pike Pub at Pike Place Market, the longtime home of Pike Brewing, now sits vacant. Down in Oregon last month, Rogue Brewery suddenly ceased operations at all its locations, in what is best described as an unfortunate mess.
The loss of those long-beloved institutions should only strengthen our resolve to support those that remain. Across the years, through all of the storms, Big Time Brewery endures, head up and shoulders back.
“Let’s focus on the positives,” says Big Time Brewery. “We will have delicious food specials, amazing beers, and anniversary cocktails. Let’s show everyone how strong the craft beer community is. We all care about each other, the environment, our farmers, local purveyors, and good beer. So raise a glass with us so we can cheers to you, our friends, family, neighbors, our community.”
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