Many thanks to all of the bars and restaurants that have welcomed us in the last week as we've begun offering samples and initial distribution.

We'll add to the list as it grows, but for now our beer is available at the following locations.

The 515 Kitchen, and the River St. Cafe & Cheese Shop in Santa Cruz.

We have word that the Golden State Ale can currently be found at The Red Lounge on their weekend side bar taps.

The Bistro in Hayward.

Mondo in Sonoma

More to follow as the orders come in.

Update:

We're happy to add The Trappist to our list. Brothers Chuck and Aaron have a few kegs of our Siamese Twin Ale that'll be going on tap in the coming days.

Cheers.

Looking back through the posts on the site, there were many points where we believed that we'd be sending beer out the door at any minute. We were wrong often enough that it's a little too painful to count them all.

Fortunately that's in the past. We are officially open for business. If you're a bar or restaurant owner interested in buying our beers, or want to arrange for a taste, there's a new contact page conveniently placed on the sidebar over in that direction ---->.

Direct sales to consumers will begin in the next few weeks. For reasons of sanity and sanitation our facility is not open to the general public.

With that out of the way we have two beers ready for market.

Our Golden State Ale is a Belgian-style golden ale, brewed in homage to our home state with toasted poppy seeds. It's our quaffable summer beer, light on the palate with a crisp poppy zing to finish. 6.4% ABV

A little heavier on the palate is our Siamese Twin Ale. This is a Belgian-style double brewed with a traditional coriander, and an uncommon addition of kaffir lime and lemongrass. An amber body, rich, flavorful, absolutely delicious, and entirely too drinkable for a beer that's 8.5% ABV.

Despite our best efforts, we've actually managed to sell our first keg of beer.

A single keg of the Golden State Ale will be on tap down at the Red, just a block from Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz, starting sometime in the next few days.

Look for the bamboo tap handle with our signature pith helmet tacked to the side, or ask for Uncommon Brewers by name.

cheers,Skot and Alec Uncommon Brewers