5th Anniversary Events

Five events to celebrate five years

It’s time to celebrate! And, we can’t think of anyone better to commemorate these last five crazy-roller-coaster-of-a-ride years than with you. All our 5th Anniversary events are right around the corner, and we hope to see you at any (or all) of them!

VIP Membership Launch Party

What comes with 7 free growler fills, discounted Taproom draft beer discounts, and more? Our VIP Membership, that’s what!

Wednesday, February 19 ~ 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Join us for our first ever VIP Membership Launch Party where perks will be a-flyin’ for VIP Members. Enjoy the first pour of our 5th Anniversary beers – either the Doppelbock or Barrel-aged Tart Saison (must have a current membership or purchased one that day to take advantage of this opportunity. The public releases for these beers are 2/21 & 2/22).

Additional VIP Member-only prizes will be given away all night from merchandise to gift certificates. More information here and instructions on how to purchase a membership can be found on our events page


Millet Malt – A Hands-On Workshop

Thursday, February 20 ~ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

We’re delighted to welcome special guest Linsey Cornish, VP of Operations at Grouse Malt House (Wellington, CO) to Ghostfish for our 5th Anniversary celebrations. She’ll lead us through the workshop where you’ll learn about what millet is, its historical use in food & beverages, millet crops in Washington state, and how millet is used in Ghostfish beer.

The workshop explores hot steep malt sensory and provides instruction on millet malt appearance, aroma, flavor, and mouthfeel. We will also sample a special millet malt forward beer created by Ghostfish Head Brewer, Reid Ackerman.

One ticket provides access to the workshop and one 12 oz pour of the millet malt-forward beer, and special tasters of our 5th Anniversary beers (Doppelbock and Barrel-Aged Tart Saison) before they go on sale to the public. 

More information and purchase tickets online here >>


Release 5th Anniversary Doppelbock

Friday, February 21 ~ NOON – 10:00 p.m.

Alright, you’ve got a limited chance to get this one! Our 5th Anniversary Doppelbock will only be available in the Taproom or online at Marina Market. Online, it’s available in 22 oz bottles, and at the Taproom get it on draft or buy a bottle — but hurry, it’s limited.

JUST ANNOUNCED: On this day only, we will sell the last of our 1st year, 2nd year, 3rd year, and 4th year anniversary beers. Once they’re gone they are gone forever. Sales will be limited to one anniversary year bottle per person. There are only a few cases available, so mark your calendars and get to the Taproom.

RSPV and for more information visit the event page >>


Annual Bash – Release 5th Anniversary Barrel-Aged Tart Saison

Saturday, February 22 ~ 3:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

As in previous years, this is the party of the year! This year’s bash features the release of our 5th Anniversary Barrel-Aged Tart Saison. It will be flowing all night long. For those that can’t make the party, keep an eye on store shelves for this one. It’ll be hitting the streets this week.

The buffet menu is still in the works. Check our Facebook events page for updates


Hangover Brunch

Sunday, February 23 ~ NOON – 3:00 p.m.

After five full days of fun, indulge in some “hair-of-the-dog” and delicious nosh at our annual Hangover Brunch.

The menu includes a breakfast taco, our popular All-American (includes spent grain pancakes, eggs, bacon, and fried potatoes), veggie hash, biscuits and gravy, and more, and is available until 3:00 p.m. The regular menu will be available until 8:00 p.m.

Ghostfish Brewing Killer Ale Cans

Ghostfish Brewing Partners with Orca Protection & Rescue to Release Limited Killer Ale IPA

Seattle, WA – Ghostfish Brewing is set to launch Killer Ale IPA on March 9, 2019, a bold and distinctly Northwest influenced India Pale Ale brewed to benefit Washington-based Orca Protection & Rescue.

Founded in 2018 by Captain Hobbes Buchanan, Orca Protection & Rescue (OPR) is dedicated to the protection and rescue of all marine wildlife in the Salish Sea, by reducing private and commercial vessel harassment, assisting with strandings and entanglements, and removing ghost fishing gear, marine debris and plastics.

“I met Captain Hobbes while I was a passenger on his whale watch tour boat last summer,” stated Ghostfish Co-Owner Brian Thiel. “What I learned about the Southern Resident Killer Whales (SRKW) that day from Captain Hobbes left me pondering what I could do to help improve their survival.”

After learning that Brian was an owner of Seattle-based Ghostfish Brewing, Captain Hobbes contacted Mr. Thiel a few days after their initial acquaintance. He shared more about OPR and what the organization was doing to help save the whales and wildlife in the Salish Sea.

“Brian seemed like he really cared about the whales so I decided to approach him with this partnership idea. Who doesn’t love whales and ales….it just seemed like a match made in heaven….and a great way to raise funds to help save these magnificent animals. Orca whales are looking like the canaries in the coal mine. If we don’t act now to save them, we humans are the next to go,” stated Captain Hobbes.

“Orca whales are looking like the canaries in the coal mine. If we don’t act now to save them, we humans are the next to go.”

Captain Hobbes Buchanan

Join Ghostfish Brewing and members of the OPR organization to celebrate this partnership and release of Killer Ale IPA at an educational themed launch party on March 9, 2019 at the Ghostfish Brewery Taproom, between the hours of 2 – 5 pm, located at 2942 1st Ave S., Seattle, WA 98134. $1.00 of ANY beer bought that day will be donated to the OPR towards fundraising efforts.

Ghostfish Brewing Killer Ale

Representatives of the OPR will be speaking on various topics pertinent to their organization’s mission as they relate to the SRKW population of the Salish Sea. The main topics they will be addressing include food, harassment, noise, and marine debris and plastics.

Killer Ale IPA will be available in limited 16oz can 4-packs and on draft at the Ghostfish Brewery Taproom and at select retail locations throughout Washington. 10% proceeds from the sale of Killer Ale IPA benefit the OPR.

“With the Killer Ale IPA project, we’re hoping to inspire many others to make small positive steps to help our environment.”, stated Mr. Thiel. “The Killer Ale IPA cans will be held together in a 4-pack carrier made of eco and animal friendly paper-based beverage board material from Fishbone Packaging. A small, yet important step for Ghostfish Brewing to be more environmentally responsible.”

“With the Killer Ale IPA project, we’re hoping to inspire many others to make small positive steps to help our environment.”

Brian Thiel

About Orca Protection & Rescue

Captain Hobbes Buchanan was a former whale watch tour operator (for 18 years) who in 2018 realized he was part of the problem regarding vessel noise and harassment. He started OPR in the Fall of 2018 as a non-profit dedicated to the survival of our endangered SRKWs and all marine wildlife in the Salish Sea. Learn more and donate at www.orcaprotection.org and www.facebook.com/OrcaProtection/.

Ghostfish Brewing Anniversary Russian Imperial Stout

First Anniversary Russian Imperial Stout

Almost one year ago, we opened the doors to the first and only fully gluten free craft brewery in Seattle. Our mission was to create innovative craft beers, using ancient grains like millet and buckwheat. The whole team has been hard at work for the last year and it’s about time we celebrate. We’re doing so in a lot of ways, including releasing a limited edition First Anniversary Russian Imperial Stout. Continue reading

Ghostfish Brewing Taps

2016 Ghostfish Scavenger Hunt

Join us in our first ever Ghostfish Scavenger Hunt! During the month long competition, visit participating retailers and complete a task or answer a question. They’ll initial once you’ve completed and give you a letter. The letters can be unscrambled to answer the bonus question. Continue reading

Ghostfish Brewing Medals and Grains

Winners at Ghostfish and Ground Breaker

(Seattle, WA/Portland, OR) The U.S. is filled with lots of great craft beer cities with many new markets emerging each year. The Northwest is home to arguably two of the most prestigious craft beer cities this country has to offer, so it should come as no surprise that the two best dedicated gluten-free breweries call the Northwest home.

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Ghostfish Brewing - The Fellas

Seattle Made Week is Here!

Spend part of your week enjoying all things Seattle Made! We are incredibly excited to be a part of a few events during the Seattle Made Week with some very talented brewers, retailers and restaurants. It is amazing to be a part of this city and community of supportive like-minded businesses and we’re looking forward to sharing our passion with you during this week-long celebration!

Here is a summary of where you can find us throughout the week – all events are also posted to our events calendarContinue reading

South Sound Craft Beer Festival

We’re getting very excited for this weekend’s festivities at the South Sound Craft Beer Festival! We’ll be in attendance along with about 30 other quality Washington breweries!

Join us at the Tacoma Dome (indoor in case it rains) from noon to 6 pm. There will be beer, food and music, three of our favorite things. Purchase your tickets in advance to save $5. See you there!