Old Stove Brewing

What Old Stove Brewing does

Old Stove Brewing Co. is a Seattle-based, privately held craft brewery founded in 2016 by Chris Moore and Brian Stan to extend Pike Place Market's "Meet the Producer" tradition. The company operates three distinct on-site brewing taprooms in high-traffic Seattle neighborhoods: the flagship at Pike Place Market's MarketFront (1901 Western Ave.), the 49er Taproom in the Ship Canal Maritime District in North Queen Anne (600 W. Nickerson St.), and Old Stove Gardens in Ballard (1550 NW 49th St.), the latter acquired from the former Lagunitas location and opened September 2023. Each taproom has its own food concept—wood-fired pizza and seafood at Pike Place, small bites and Tacos & Beer food truck at Ship Canal, and an on-site scratch kitchen with BBQ and locally sourced seasonal ingredients at Gardens.

The company's product portfolio centers on 20+ rotating taps of house-brewed craft beer spanning IPAs (flagship Two Prong Crown IPA, Hazy, West Coast, Fresh Hop variants), Pilsner, Wheat Ale, Belgian Blonde, Amber, Brown Ale, Stout, Porter, and barrel-aged Imperial Stouts and Barleywines, plus seasonal specialties such as the Sonoran Sunset Prickly Pear Gose and an exclusive peach cider with Channel Marker. Retail packaged beer (cans and bottles) is sold through taprooms and 100+ third-party retail accounts across the greater Seattle area via distribution partner CRFT Beers and into PCC Community Markets, bottle shops, and restaurants.

The revenue model is transaction-based across two streams: direct-to-consumer on-premise sales (beer, food, merchandise) at the three owned taprooms, and wholesale distribution to retail accounts throughout the Seattle metro. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Marketing is driven by earned media (Seattle Times, Eater Seattle, Men's Journal, Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met) and organic social (Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok), supported by an email newsletter. There is no disclosed venture capital, parent company, or institutional investment; the company is owner-operated with a formal Hospitality Director (Mike Mackley) added as operations scaled beyond a single location.

Name

Old Stove Brewing

Legal name

Old Stove Brewing Co.

Website

https://oldstove.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Old Stove Brewing Co. is a Seattle-based craft brewery founded in 2016 that operates three on-site brewing taprooms—Pike Place Market, Ship Canal, and Ballard Gardens—serving craft beer enthusiasts and event groups with house-brewed beer, full food service, and retail distribution across 100+ Pacific Northwest accounts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Brewery

NAICS

Breweries (31212), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082), Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Brewpubs & Taprooms (On-site Beer Service) (THAFALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beer Brewing & Brands (CRADAIAA), Craft Beer Bars & Taprooms (THAFAEAG)

Keywords

• Craft beer brewing
• Taproom operations
• Brewpub restaurants
• Craft beer distribution
• On-site brewing

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Taproom Sales: On-site consumption at three Seattle taproom locations featuring craft beer brewed on-premises, full food menus, and retail beer to-go in cans and bottles.
2. Retail Distribution: Wholesale distribution of packaged beer through local grocery stores (PCC Community Markets, independent bottle shops) and restaurants throughout the Seattle metropolitan area.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Old Stove Brewing Co. is a Seattle craft brewery that produces and sells craft beer brewed on-site at three taproom locations (Pike Place Market, Ship Canal, and Ballard Gardens), accompanied by full food service and retail packaged beer for off-premise consumption. In addition to direct taproom sales, the company distributes its packaged beer wholesale through local grocery stores, bottle shops, bars, and restaurants across the Seattle metropolitan area.

Product overview

Old Stove Brewing Co. is a Seattle-based craft brewery operating three distinct taproom locations—Pike Place (the original flagship at Pike Place Market), Ship Canal (the 49er Taproom in North Queen Anne), and Gardens (a beer garden and BBQ venue in Ballard). The company produces craft beer onsite featuring styles including IPAs (Two Prong Crown IPA as flagship), Prickly Pear Gose (Sonoran Sunset), barrel-aged stouts and barleywines, and seasonal offerings. Beyond taproom service, the portfolio includes retail packaged beer (cans and bottles) sold throughout Seattle, full food menus at each location (wood-fired pizza and seafood at Pike Place, BBQ and comfort food at Gardens, small bites at Ship Canal), and private event hosting services. The company was founded in 2016 by Chris Moore and Brian Stan and has received recognition including Seattle Magazine's Best Brewery Taproom (2018) and multiple Washington Beer Awards medals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Old Stove Pike Place Taproom The original flagship taproom located at 1901 Western Ave., Ste. A in Historic Pike Place Market's Producers Hall, serving 24 taps of house-brewed craft beer alongside local cider, wine, and a full bar, with waterfront views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains. Open daily 11am-10pm. Includes full food menu with wood-fired pizza, seafood, and upscale pub fare.
• Old Stove Ship Canal (49er Taproom) A taproom located at 600 W. Nickerson St. in the Ship Canal Maritime District, North Queen Anne, featuring historic brewery memorabilia, maritime theming, and an open-air heated tent in the courtyard. Food is provided by the Tacos & Beer food truck operating Tuesday through Sunday. Includes live music events.
• Old Stove Gardens (Ballard) A brewery and beer garden location at 1550 NW 49th St. in Ballard, featuring an expansive outdoor garden with fire pits, string lights, and live music. Includes an onsite scratch kitchen serving BBQ and other fare with locally sourced meats and produce. Family-friendly with dogs welcome in outdoor areas.
• House-Brewed Craft Beer Craft beer brewed onsite featuring styles including Pilsner, Wheat Ale, Belgian Blonde, IPA variants (West Coast, Hazy, East/West hybrid), Amber, Brown Ale, Stout, Porter, Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout, and Barrel-Aged Barleywine. Notable beers include Two Prong Crown IPA (flagship), Sonoran Sunset Prickly Pear Gose, Quiet Eon Barrel-Aged series, and seasonal fresh hop offerings.
• Private Events & Large Group Services

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Channel MarkerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner for Peach Blossom Cider exclusive to Old Stove Gardens. The cider features Channel Marker's cider expertise combined with Old Stove's brewing operations for a unique seasonal offering.
• Preservation Meat CollectiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sourcing partner for the scratch kitchen at Old Stove Gardens, providing locally sourced meats for the menu.
• Ralph's GreenhouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal produce supplier for the Gardens scratch kitchen, supporting the farm-to-table approach with seasonally sourced vegetables.
• Foraged and FoundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sourcing partner providing foraged ingredients for seasonal menu items at Old Stove Gardens.
• New Roots OrganicsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganic produce supplier supporting Old Stove Gardens' scratch kitchen with locally sourced organic ingredients.
• Tacos & Beer Food TruckminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFood truck partner operating at Ship Canal taproom Tuesday through Sunday, providing authentic Mexican street food that pairs with Old Stove beers.
• Head In The Clouds TriviaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTrivia hosting partner at Old Stove Gardens, providing weekly Wednesday trivia events as entertainment for taproom guests.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Georgetown Brewing: Seattle craft brewery with strong local taproom and distribution presence, known for flagship IPAs and lagers. Comparable on craft portfolio, Seattle metro wholesale, and taproom-driven brand.
• Stoup Brewing: Independent Seattle craft brewery with taproom presence and Seattle-area distribution. Comparable on independent ownership, craft portfolio diversity, and direct-to-consumer taproom focus.
• Reuben's Brews: Seattle craft brewery with taproom, on-site brewing, and broader Pacific Northwest distribution. Comparable on independent ownership, award-winning portfolio, and taproom plus wholesale hybrid model.
• Fremont Brewing: Seattle-based craft brewery with a taproom and wide Seattle distribution, including UPC and keg placements in regional grocery and bottle shops. Comparable on craft portfolio, Seattle wholesale, and taproom-led growth.
• Pike Brewing Company: Seattle craft brewery and brewpub operating in Pike Place Market with on-site brewing and full food service. Direct comparable on location, brewpub format, and craft beer + food pairing model.

Broad incumbents

• Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Large US craft brewery with brewery-taproom flagship locations, broad grocery distribution, and award-winning portfolio. Comparable on award-winning craft beer brand building and multi-channel distribution at national scale.
• Deschutes Brewery: Oregon-based regional craft brewery with multiple taprooms and broad Pacific Northwest distribution. Comparable on multi-taproom model, packaged retail presence, and regional craft positioning.
• Lagunitas Brewing Company: Large craft brewer (now part of Heineken) whose former Ballard taproom space Old Stove acquired in 2023. Comparable on brewery taproom format and Pacific Northwest brand presence at much larger scale.
• Elysian Brewing: Seattle-headquartered craft brewery owned by AB InBev with multiple taproom locations and broad Seattle distribution. Comparable on Seattle craft taproom format and local wholesale footprint at a much larger corporate scale.

Regional players

• Bale Breaker Brewing: Yakima Valley, WA craft brewery with taproom and Pacific Northwest distribution. Comparable on regional Washington footprint, hop-forward portfolio, and taproom plus wholesale model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Xx.com/oldstovebeer
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/old-stove-brewing

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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