Peter Hartlaub

culture critic, The San Francisco Chronicle

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San Francisco’s Anchor markets itself as the oldest craft brewery in America. It has survived earthquakes, fires, prohibition, and depressions. Now it’s closing.

Anchor Steam: Iconic San Francisco beer is ending production

San Francisco’s Anchor markets itself as the oldest craft brewery in America. It has survived earthquakes, fires, prohibition, and depressions. Now it’s closing.

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