Fort Point Beer
Fort Point Beer Company is a San Francisco-based independent craft brewery, founded in 2014, producing balanced, approachable beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages distributed across California, Japan, and nationwide via DTC channels, with multiple taproom locations.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersSan Francisco, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Fort Point Beer does
Fort Point Beer Company is an independent craft brewery founded in 2014 in San Francisco by brothers Justin and Tyler Catalana, who previously launched Mill Valley BeerWorks in 2010. As of 2018, it was the largest independent craft brewery in San Francisco. Its core product portfolio is a range of approachable, balanced beers led by flagship KSA Kölsch Style Ale and Villager IPA, with additional year-round styles (Lobos Hazy IPA, Animal Tropical IPA, Sfizio Italian Pilsner, Westfalia Red Ale), seasonal/limited collaborations (Ganada Korean Lager with San Ho Won, Coven Botanical Lager with Pink Boots Society, Park Citra Pale Ale), a cider line (Super Dry, Super Natural) launched in 2023, and a non-alcoholic line (NA KSA, NA Villager at <0.5% ABV) launched in 2024 after three years of R&D.
The company's technology centers on fermentation and brewing science, including proprietary house yeast strains that yield distinctive flavor profiles and a multi-year NA brewing development process involving 20+ recipe trials. Fort Point operates a three-channel business model: (1) direct-to-consumer via Fort Point Direct (1-hour SF delivery, overnight California delivery, nationwide UPS Ground for NA/goods) and a recurring Beer Club subscription; (2) on-premise at two permanent taprooms (Valencia Beer Hall, Ferry Building Beer Garden) plus the Presidio Pop Up; and (3) wholesale distribution through seven-plus regional distributors across California plus Japan, reaching 1,995+ stockists including BevMo!, Safeway, Whole Foods, and a wide roster of restaurants and bars. Pricing is unit-based ($14–$25 per 4- or 6-pack), with subscription pricing layered on top and ancillary merchandise revenue.
Revenue mechanics combine unit-priced packaged sales, recurring subscription revenue (Beer Club), on-premise taproom sales (draft beer, cider, wine, food including crab rolls), wholesale margins through distributors, and merchandise. The company has raised approximately $11.3 million in disclosed funding (2016: $3.52M; 2018: $7.74M, Finn Capital Partners) and operates with 51–100 employees. Brand moat is reinforced by a 2022 World Beer Cup Gold Medal and 2020 SF Chronicle Northern California Beer Hall of Fame induction for KSA, plus press positioning as 'the city's coolest indie brewery.'
Fort Point Beer firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Fort Point Beer
- Legal name
- Fort Point Beer Company
- Website
- https://www.fortpointbeer.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Fort Point Beer Company is a San Francisco-based independent craft brewery, founded in 2014, producing balanced, approachable beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages distributed across California, Japan, and nationwide via DTC channels, with multiple taproom locations.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Fort Point Beer industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Craft Beer
- NAICS
- Breweries (31212), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410)
- SIC
- Malt Beverages (2082), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Regional & National Breweries (THAFALAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Cider & Perry Producers & Brands (CRADAIAE), Low/No-Alcohol Fermented Beverage Production (Hard Kombucha Base, Dealcoholized) (AFAFAHAI), Alcohol Subscription Clubs & Membership Retail (CRANAAAI), Craft Beer Bars & Taprooms (THAFAEAG)
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Where Fort Point Beer is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- San Francisco
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Fort Point Beer business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Direct Beer and Cider Sales: Online direct-to-consumer sales of packaged beer, cider, and NA products delivered to addresses in California (beer/cider) or nationwide (NA beer/goods). 1-hour same-day delivery in SF, overnight delivery throughout CA.
- Beer Club Subscription: Recurring subscription revenue with bi-weekly or monthly deliveries of curated beer selections. Members receive free shipping, 15% taproom discount, and early access to new releases. Flexible with ability to pause, skip, or customize orders.
- Wholesale/Distribution: Sale of packaged beer and cider to retailers, restaurants, and bars through regional distributors across California and internationally in Japan.
- Taproom Sales: On-premise draft beer, cider, wine, and food sales at Valencia Beer Hall and Ferry Building Beer Garden locations. Also serves as brand experience and customer acquisition channel.
- Merchandise and Goods: Sale of branded merchandise including glassware, apparel, accessories, and gift cards through online store and taprooms.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Limited 4-packs (16oz cans) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Non-Alcoholic 6-packs (12oz cans) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Core 6-packs (16oz cans) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Cider 4-packs |
| Subscription | Monthly | Beer Club Subscription |
| Other | One time/ perpetual license | Gift Cards |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Merchandise |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels9 records
Fort Point Beer product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Fort Point Beer Company is an independent San Francisco craft brewery that produces and sells balanced, approachable beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beers. Its portfolio includes flagship 6-packs (KSA Kölsch Style Ale, Villager IPA, Lobos Hazy IPA, Animal Tropical IPA, Sfizio Italian Pilsner, Westfalia Red Ale), limited and seasonal 4-packs, dry ciders (Super Dry, Super Natural), and non-alcoholic versions of KSA and Villager. Products are sold through direct-to-consumer online ordering with same-day SF delivery, on-premise taprooms, and California wholesale distribution.
Product overview
Fort Point Beer Company is a San Francisco craft brewery offering a portfolio of beers, non-alcoholic beers, and ciders distributed primarily in California. Core products include year-round 6-packs: KSA Kölsch Style Ale (flagship), Villager IPA, Lobos Hazy IPA, Animal Tropical IPA, Sfizio Italian Pilsner, and Westfalia Red Ale. Limited releases include seasonal and experimental 4-packs like Park Citra Pale Ale, Coven Botanical Lager, and Ganada Korean Style Lager. The non-alcoholic line features NA versions of KSA and Villager. Cider offerings include Super Dry and Super Natural rosé-inspired varieties. The company operates subscription Beer Club, three taproom locations (Valencia Beer Hall, Ferry Building Beer Garden, Presidio Pop Up), and direct-to-consumer delivery via Fort Point Direct.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- KSA Kölsch Style Ale (6-Pack) Modern San Francisco Kölsch Style Ale blending American hops with German malts; light, crisp flagship available as a year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Villager India Pale Ale (6-Pack) San Francisco Style IPA that is citrusy, floral, and balanced, designed to pair well with meals; sold as a year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Lobos Hazy IPA (6-Pack) Hazy India Pale Ale named after Lobos Creek, featuring a plush mouthfeel with passionfruit flavors balanced by citrus zest; year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Animal Tropical IPA (6-Pack) Boldest IPA in the lineup with vibrant tropical flavors of pineapple, citrus, and mango, grounded by a dry malt backbone; year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Sfizio Italian Pilsner (6-Pack) Italian Style Pilsner that is crisp, extra bubbly, and just-hoppy-enough with a snappy malt body and a tantalizingly bitter finish; year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Westfalia Red Ale (6-Pack) Nuremberg-style Red Ale with smooth, rich, and malty character, caramel flavors, and a surprisingly dry finish; year-round 6-pack of 16oz cans.
- Park Citra Pale Ale (4-Pack) Classic single-hop Citra Pale Ale with notes of tart grapefruit and a fresh, dry finish; sold as a 16oz-can 4-pack in the limited lineup.
- Ganada Korean Style Lager (4-Pack) Collaboration Korean Style Lager brewed with jasmine rice for a super light, crisp body and Saphir and Contessa hops for subtle citrusy, tea-like aroma; sold as a limited 4-pack.
- Coven Botanical Lager (4-Pack) Botanical Rice Lager brewed by the women of Fort Point to celebrate International Women's Day, with sage, lavender, and citrus peel; sold as a limited 4-pack.
- NA KSA Non-Alcoholic Kölsch Style Ale (6-Pack) Non-alcoholic version of the flagship KSA Kölsch Style Ale with less than 0.5% ABV, featuring notes of fresh bread and orange blossom honey; sold as a 12oz-can 6-pack.
- NA Villager Non-Alcoholic IPA (6-Pack) Non-alcoholic San Francisco Style IPA with floral, citrusy aroma and bright notes of stone fruit and wheat, at less than 0.5% ABV; sold as a 12oz-can 6-pack.
- Super Dry Cider (4-Pack) Crisp, refreshing dry cider made with 100% West Coast apples, 2g sugar and zero added sugar; sold as a 4-pack.
- Super Natural Rosé-Inspired Dry Cider (4-Pack) Rosé-inspired dry cider made with West Coast apples accented by tart dried hibiscus and rosehips, fruity, floral, and lightly tannic; sold as a 4-pack.
- Fort Point Beer Club Subscription Subscription service delivering curated Fort Point beers on a flexible bi-weekly or monthly cadence, with 4 or 8 items per delivery, free shipping, 15% off taproom purchases, and early access to new releases; members can pause, skip, or customize orders.
- Bulk Order Service Large-order service for weddings and events in the Bay Area, accepting orders of 10+ items with coordinated pickup at Valencia Beer Hall.
- Fort Point Valencia Beer Hall Beer hall in San Francisco's Mission District at 742 Valencia St. serving draft beer, cider, wine, and casual SF-style seafood including crab rolls, with outdoor seating; first-come, first-served and dog-friendly.
- Fort Point Ferry Building Beer Garden Outdoor beer garden at One Ferry Building #54, San Francisco, offering fresh draft pours, crab rolls, and packaged beer/cider to-go, with partially covered outdoor seating and dog-friendly seating.
- Presidio Pop Up Seasonal popup at 210 Lincoln Blvd in the Presidio by Tunnel Tops, serving draft beer, crab rolls, hot dogs, and more, with Golden Gate Bridge views; open Saturdays and Sundays 11am-3pm.
Quantifiable outcome
- Named 'the city's coolest indie brewery, known for its art deco-inspired cans and lineup of fresh beers'
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Fort Point Beer
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Fort Point Beer technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration5 records
Feature3 records
Fort Point Beer partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Henhouse Brewing CompanyminorCollaboration celebrating Bay Area craft beer community. 'The Future of Bay Area Craft is Local, Independent...and Very Collaborative' - Blog post by Dina Dobkin exploring local craft collaboration.
- SAN HO WONcoreCollaboration with SF's beloved Korean restaurant SAN HO WON to create Ganada Korean Style Lager. Brewed with jasmine rice for super light, crisp body, and Saphir and Contessa hops for subtle citrusy, tea-like aroma. Name inspired by Korean alphabet song.
- Rapha Cycling ClubminorCollaboration on Velo Cru Rye Witbier - a special beer created for the cycling club.
- Pink Boots SocietyminorCoven Botanical Lager created by the women of Fort Point to celebrate International Women's Day, brewed with Pink Boots Blend hops.
- Markstein Sales CompanycoreRegional distributor covering Alameda, Contra Costa, Sacramento, and Placer counties in California.
- Donaghy SalescoreRegional distributor covering Fresno, Sacramento area, Central Valley, and Central Coast counties including Butte, Calaveras, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, Monterey, San Benito, San Joaquin, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tulare, Tuolumne.
- Matagrano Inc.coreRegional distributor covering San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties.
- Morris DistributingcoreRegional distributor covering Marin, Mendocino, Lake, and Sonoma counties.
- Scout DistributioncoreRegional distributor covering Orange, San Diego, and Kern counties.
- Beauchamp Dist Co.minorRegional distributor covering Los Angeles West Side.
- Classic BeverageminorRegional distributor covering San Diego county.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Fort Point Beer competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- 21st Amendment Brewery: San Francisco craft brewery operating its own taproom and distributing packaged beer widely across California. Directly comparable to Fort Point as a SF-based craft brewer competing for the same Bay Area taproom traffic, supermarket shelf space, and distributor relationships.
- Russian River Brewing Company: Highly regarded Northern California craft brewery (Santa Rosa/Windsor) known for Pliny the Elder and a strong taproom experience. Comparable to Fort Point as a Northern California craft brewer with award-winning beers, on-premise venues, and a reputation-driven brand.
- Anchor Brewing Company: Iconic San Francisco craft brewery (Steam Beer, Liberty Ale) and the historical anchor of SF's craft scene. Closely comparable to Fort Point's positioning as an SF identity brand; recently restarted operations under new ownership and re-entering the same wholesale and DTC channels Fort Point competes in.
- Cellarmaker Brewing Company: San Francisco craft brewery (SoMa) known for IPAs and small-format distribution. Direct competitor for Bay Area taproom visits, indie bottle shop placements, and craft enthusiast mindshare alongside Fort Point.
- Magnolia Brewing Company: Long-standing SF craft brewery (Haight-Ashbury) with brewpub operations and California distribution. Comparable as another SF-headquartered craft brewer targeting the same local craft enthusiast segment and California retail accounts.
- Drake's Brewing Company: Bay Area craft brewery (San Leandro) with taproom and broad California distribution. Comparable as a NorCal craft brewer of similar scale competing for the same regional shelf, taproom, and on-premise accounts.
- Athletic Brewing Company: Leading US non-alcoholic craft brewer with national distribution and Whole Foods/Walmart placements. The most direct peer for Fort Point's NA beer ambitions; comparable technology focus (brewery-grade NA process) and overlap on NA SKUs (IPA, Kölsch/Golden).
Broad incumbents
- Lagunitas Brewing Company: Major California craft brewer (Petaluma, now part of Heineken) with broad US distribution and iconic IPAs. Comparable as a CA-originated craft brewery at much larger scale; competes for similar shelf space and consumer occasions across the state.
- Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Large national craft brewery (Chico, CA / Mills River, NC) with broad distribution, taprooms, and well-known flagships. Comparable to Fort Point's product mix and taproom strategy at significantly larger scale; sets the category standard for California craft.
- Stone Brewing: Major California craft brewery (Escondido, now part of Sapporo) with national distribution. Comparable to Fort Point as a large California craft competitor for the same premium craft beer occasions and on-premise/bottle-shop placements in CA.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Fort Point Beer leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Fort Point Beer funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors1 record
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Fort Point Beer M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Fort Point Beer
What does Fort Point Beer do?
Fort Point Beer Company is an independent San Francisco craft brewery that produces and sells balanced, approachable beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beers. Its portfolio includes flagship 6-packs (KSA Kölsch Style Ale, Villager IPA, Lobos Hazy IPA, Animal Tropical IPA, Sfizio Italian Pilsner, Westfalia Red Ale), limited and seasonal 4-packs, dry ciders (Super Dry, Super Natural), and non-alcoholic versions of KSA and Villager. Products are sold through direct-to-consumer online ordering with same-day SF delivery, on-premise taprooms, and California wholesale distribution.
Is Fort Point Beer a public or private company?
Fort Point Beer is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Fort Point Beer founded?
Fort Point Beer was founded in 2014. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Fort Point Beer based?
Fort Point Beer is headquartered in San Francisco, United States, in the North America region.
How does Fort Point Beer make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Direct Beer and Cider Sales are the primary driver. The others are beer Club Subscription, wholesale/Distribution, taproom Sales and merchandise and Goods.
Who are Fort Point Beer's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are 21st Amendment Brewery, Russian River Brewing Company, Anchor Brewing Company, Cellarmaker Brewing Company, Magnolia Brewing Company, Drake's Brewing Company and Athletic Brewing Company. Broad incumbents are Lagunitas Brewing Company, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Stone Brewing.
Does Fort Point Beer have an API?
No public API is recorded for Fort Point Beer.
What industry is Fort Point Beer in?
Fort Point Beer's product category is Craft Beer. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAFALAD, Regional & National Breweries, with a secondary code of CRADAIAE, Cider & Perry Producers & Brands. Its NAICS code is 31212 and its SIC code is 2082.