Seattle, Washington – Ghostfish Brewing Company, a leading pioneer in dedicated gluten-free craft beer, has acquired key brewing assets from Green Lake Brewing Company, LLC (doing business as Fremont Brewing Company). This move secures a state-of-the-art production facility originally developed by Seattle’s iconic Pike Brewing in 2023.
The new 26,000-square-foot production brewery is located in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood, just 2.5 miles south of Ghostfish’s popular taproom and restaurant. This expansion is expected to increase the company’s annual production capacity by six to seven times, enabling it to meet the surging demand for its award-winning gluten-free beers.
Brian Thiel, co-founder and co-owner of Ghostfish Brewing, shared his excitement: “We’ve been planning this kind of growth for years. Starting in early 2024, we explored building a new brewery from scratch, but when our friends at Fremont Brewing tipped us off about the former Pike facility late last year, it was the perfect fit. The timing couldn’t be better as fans across North America continue to seek out our beers.”
For the past several years, Ghostfish has operated at full capacity, often turning away potential sales opportunities. The new site, with its modern brewing and packaging equipment and convenient access to major transportation routes, will enable greater output, wider distribution, and more consistent availability.
“Our core mission has always been to craft top-quality, 100% gluten-free beers that rival any traditional craft brew while delivering outstanding customer experiences,” Thiel added. “This facility lets us catch up on lost sales and, more importantly, reach even more gluten-free beer lovers who’ve been asking for Ghostfish for years.”
Founded in 2015, Ghostfish Brewing Company has redefined gluten-free beer by innovating with malted grains like millet and buckwheat, collaborating with specialized maltsters, and earning numerous awards. As North America’s largest producer of dedicated gluten-free beer, Ghostfish currently distributes to 21 states.
To learn more about GBC’s brewery expansion, distribution channels, taproom and restaurant options, or upcoming events, check out at the link below or follow them on Instagram (@ghostfishbrewco) .
About Ghostfish Brewing Company
Founded in 2015 in Seattle, Washington, Ghostfish Brewing Company emerged from a personal mission to revolutionize gluten-free craft beer. Co-founders Brian Thiel and Randy Thiel, inspired by a family member’s celiac disease diagnosis, partnered with talented brewers to create a dedicated 100% gluten-free brewery using innovative grains like millet, buckwheat, and brown rice. From humble beginnings—delivering beers from the trunk of a car—the company quickly gained acclaim, earning multiple Great American Beer Festival medals and establishing itself as North America’s largest dedicated gluten-free brewery. Today, Ghostfish distributes award-winning beers across 21 U.S. states, Canadian provinces, and beyond, while recently expanding production capacity through the acquisition of a former Pike Brewery facility to meet growing demand.
In addition to its acclaimed alcoholic lineup, Ghostfish Brewing Company offers inclusive non-alcoholic options that align with its commitment to gluten-free innovation and accessibility. The brewery’s Ghostfizz Hop Infused Sparkling Water stands out as a refreshing zero-alcohol alternative, featuring bold hop flavors without calories, carbs, sugar, sweeteners, caffeine, or gluten. Available alongside gluten-free ciders and seltzers in the Seattle taproom, these NA beverages cater to health-conscious consumers, designated drivers, and those seeking flavorful, sessionable drinks. This expansion into non-alcoholic offerings underscores Ghostfish’s dedication to pushing boundaries and ensuring everyone can enjoy craft-inspired experiences without compromise.
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