Anchor Steam's® roots go back to the Gold Rush, long before icehouses and modern refrigeration made traditional lagers a viable California option. In 1876, thanks to an ice pond in the mountains and a belief that anything is possible in the Golden State, a little brewery named Boca created California's first genuine lager. Anchor California Lager® is our re-creation of this historic American beer.
Made in San Francisco with two-row California barley, Cluster hops (the premier hop in 19th-century California), and our own lager yeast, this all-malt brew is kräusened and lagered in our cellars. Its golden color, distinctive aroma, creamy head, balanced depth of flavor, and smooth finish make Anchor California Lager® a delicious celebration of California’s unique craft brewing heritage. (Description provided by company)
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Nicely balanced lager
Anchor's California Lager is a dark, clear gold beer with an ample amount of rapidly rising bubbles. Creamy white, one-finger head that shrank to a cap. Smells of grain, hops, and spice. Taste of cereal and citrusy hops - very nicely balanced. Smooth on the tongue.