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Baleen Brewing Co. LLC

Alaska-born craft beer sculpted with Bavarian tradition and local magic

449 Mill St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
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Baleen Brewing Co. sits in Ketchikan, Alaska, where the wilderness provides a backdrop for serious brewing. Founded in 2018, the outfit leans on a quarter‑century of hands‑on experience and the disciplined techniques honed at Germany’s Doemens Academy. The result is a line of beers that sound like they were dreamed up by a mountain hermit with a PhD in malt chemistry.

The flagship Sweet Oblivion Oatmeal Milk Stout is as dark and soulful as an Alaskan midnight, while the ginger‑spiced 15’ P delivers a brisk snap that could rouse a bear from hibernation. Keller Weizen earns its own fan club, proving that a small brewery can punch above its weight. The tasting room doubles as an art gallery, and the community spirit is palpable (the on‑site dog greets every visitor with wagging tail). With pure water, clean air, and a no‑nonsense approach, Baleen crafts drinks that merit a second look and a hearty cheer. Regular locals and tourists alike line up for a pint, making the place a genuine social hub.

Why we love this brewery

What visitors love

Visitors praise Baleen Brewing Co. for its exceptional beers, including a Russian stout and wheat styles, as well as the warm hospitality of staff and brewer, who is passionate about his craft and creates great beverages.


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