Ghostfish Brewing To Acquire Pike Brewing Facility

After seeing the teaser video posted earlier, we were able to find a few more details. Ghostfish Brewing has acquired the former Pike Brewing production facility. This brew space is over 20,000 square feet, and it will allow Ghostfish to increase production to better meet demand for its gluten-free beers and regular releases. Details on the closing of the Pike facility are here.

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About Ghostfish Brewing:

Mission
Ghostfish Brewing Company strives to develop a sense of community by fostering an environment that encourages a sense of teamwork and a place of belonging. We seek to be innovative by pushing the boundaries of craft beer, leading the way to be pioneers in the continuous development and improvement of gluten-free beers for all beer drinkers. Unusual grains, legendary taste. We will promote creativity by providing an environment that encourages individual contribution, artful aesthetics, and allows individuals to challenge the norms. We will support environmental stewardship by managing our business and our processes in an environmentally sustainable way.

Vision
Our vision is to be the leading supplier of dedicated gluten-free beer in North America. We desire to be the preferred gluten-free beer choice for retailers and consumers based on taste, quality, and value. We strive for sustainable yet moderate growth and annual profitability without compromising our core values.

Core Values
Honesty and Integrity in all that we do – We will strive to conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity in everything we do – period.

Uncompromising Quality – We will strive to never compromise the quality of our product, the quality of our service nor the quality of the customer experience.

Empathy and Fairness to All – We will strive to be open and inviting to all.
Have fun – making beer, selling beer, and drinking beer should always be a fun experience!

Ghostfish Brewing Company is the largest dedicated gluten-free craft brewery in the U.S., founded in Seattle to create flavorful beers for those with gluten intolerance, using naturally gluten-free grains. They offer a wide range of styles (IPAs, Stouts, Belgians, etc.), distribute across North America, have a Seattle taproom with food, and an East Coast brewery in Westfield, NY, focusing on community, creativity, and allergen-friendly options. 

Key Aspects
Gluten-Free Focus: They specialize in crafting beers without gluten, using alternative grains, and are also mindful of other common allergens like nuts, soy, and dairy.

Product Range: Known for popular beers like Grapefruit IPA, Vanishing Point Pale Ale, Peak Buster Double IPA, and Shrouded Summit Belgian White Ale, they cover many classic styles.

Operations: Headquartered in Seattle, they have expanded with an East Coast facility in Westfield, NY, to better serve their growing market.

Taproom & Food: Their Seattle location serves food and beer, accommodating various dietary needs beyond gluten-free, and offers indoor/outdoor seating.

Mission: To be the leading gluten-free beer provider, fostering community and innovation in the sector. 

Interesting Facts
Founded by friends who noticed a gap in the gluten-free beer market, particularly after one was diagnosed with gluten intolerance.

They are the largest producer of dedicated gluten-free beer in the United States by volume. 

About Pike Brewing:

Pike Brewing Company is an independent craft brewery in Seattle, Washington, founded in 1989 by Charles and Rose Ann Finkel. The brewery has been a prominent fixture in Seattle’s craft beer scene for over 30 years. While it recently closed its historic location near Pike Place Market, the company continues to produce beer and operates other locations. 

History and legacy
Pioneers of craft beer: The Finkels were influential figures in the craft beer movement, not just in Seattle but internationally. They started as importers of European beers before opening their own brewery to bring more flavorful ales to the American market.

Original location: The brewery opened as Pike Place Brewery in 1989 near the iconic Pike Place Market. In 1996, it moved to a larger location on First Avenue, where it housed The Pike Pub, Pike Fish Bar, and a microbrewery museum.

Change of location: In November 2024, the company closed its original Pike Pub and Pike Fish Bar locations near the market, marking the end of an era. However, the company continues its brewing operations and maintains a presence in the city.

The Microbrewery Museum: The historic location featured a museum curated by Charles Finkel that showcased over 9,000 years of brewing history with thousands of authentic artifacts. 

Current location
Pike Taproom Summit: Located at 1008 Pine Street in the Seattle Convention Center, this taproom remains open and serves Pike’s flagship beers. 

Popular beers
Kilt Lifter: A ruby-colored, Scotch-style ale known for its malty character.
Space Needle IPA: A West Coast-style IPA with notes of citrus and pine.
Naughty Nellie: A mild golden ale with fruity flavors.
Post Alley Pils: A clean, crisp pilsner.
Uptown Hazy IPA: A hazy, juicy India Pale Ale.
Ol’ Crimson Legendary Lager: A lager that is part of the brewery’s flagship lineup.