Narragansett Beer Recognized as Brewbound’s 2024 Large Brewery of the Year

Celebrating a Year of Milestones: Iconic Craft Brewer Honored for Outstanding Achievements

PROVIDENCE, RI  (December 11, 2024) – Iconic New England craft brewer Narragansett Beer is honored to announce its recognition as Brewbound’s 2024 Large Brewery of the Year. The annual awards honor the most influential and impactful companies, brands, people, products, ideas, and trends from across the beer industry and celebrate the achievements of notable industry members, trend setters, breakout brands, change agents, and up–and–coming entrepreneurs.

In 2024, Narragansett Beer celebrated remarkable growth fueled by fan–favorite products like the original Lager, the innovative Bohemian Pilsner, and the ultra-refreshing Fresh Catch blonde ale. With a steadfast commitment to delivering premium craft styles rooted in heritage and tradition, the brand expanded into new markets, including its recent debut in Northern California. Narragansett also experienced a busy year at its waterfront brewery and taproom in Providence, Rhode Island, where dynamic programming, unique collaborations, and exclusive brewery releases drew visitors from across the country.

“It’s an incredible honor for Narragansett Beer to be named Brewbound’s 2024 Large Brewery of the Year,” said Mark Hellendrung, President of Narragansett Beer. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our entire Narragansett team and the unwavering support of our distributor partners, who help us share our beers with fans far and wide. When we set out to revive Narragansett in 2005, our goal was to reclaim its place in the hearts and glasses of beer lovers everywhere. Nearly 20 years later, receiving this award is a humbling and proud moment for us all. We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of our story.”

While remaining dedicated to innovation in craft beer, Narragansett will continue to uphold traditional fan-favorites. Looking ahead to 2025, Narragansett is proud to celebrate its 135^th

brand anniversary – a milestone that honors its rich history and legacy. As it builds upon its growth with the same commitment to quality and community, Narragansett is eager to bring exciting new offerings to loyal fans and new audiences alike throughout the year ahead.

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ABOUT NARRAGANSETT BEER

Narragansett Beer…Brewed since 1890. ‘Gansett is a straightforward, quality beer that has been a New England tradition for generations, producing a classic family of award-winning American lagers & ales. Today, ‘Gansett is produced in Providence, R.I., and Rochester, N.Y. and is the 23^rd largest craft brewer in America and the fastest growing in the Northeast. Narragansett is available for purchase in local restaurants, bars, and liquor stores throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Oregon, Washington, Michigan, Colorado, Northern California, and Tennessee. Thirsty for more? Visit www.NarragansettBeer.com or follow Narragansett on Instagram (@GansettBeer), Facebook (/NarragansettBeer), and Twitter (@GansettBeer).