Widmer Brothers Brewery

In 1986, the Widmer Brothers introduced their "Hefeweizen" beer – an American variant on a traditional Hefeweizen, which is usually characterized by distinctive yeast flavors. Instead, the Widmer brew was an unfiltered version of their existing wheat beer (Weizenbier), and used Cascade hops. Subsequently, both this style of "American Hefeweizen" and the custom of serving wheat beer with a slice of lemon have both spread widely.[4]

In November 2007, Redhook Ale Brewery and Widmer Brothers officially announced plans to merge, forming a new company called Craft Brewers Alliance, which was later renamed as Craft Brew Alliance in 2012.[5] The merged company retained both the Redhook and Widmer brands. The two had already been working closely for several years through a licensing agreement whereby Redhook brewed and distributed Widmer beers on the East Coast.[6][7] Anheuser-Busch holds a minority stake of approximately 32% in the company.

On January 22, 2019, Widmer Brothers Brewing closed its Portland, Oregon taproom after 22 years.[8]

Company headquarters in North Portland

Oregon ranks 3rd nationally in craft breweries per capita[9]

This is an incomplete listing of Widmer beers, past and present, and their types.[10]

• Official website
• Sunburn @ BeerNews