Acme Beer Flat Top Can

Acme Beer: A San Francisco Icon

Acme Beer, a San Francisco brewing legend, left an enduring mark on the city's history. Established in 1907 by Leopold Schmidt, originally as an Olympia Brewing Company agency, Acme quickly became a local favorite. Its success continued through Prohibition, during which the brewery produced near beer, and flourished after Repeal, becoming a major supplier to U.S. troops in World War II. Acme's innovative, architecturally acclaimed plant, described as "one of the world's most beautiful industrial buildings," showcased its prominence. The brewery's distinctive flat-top cans are highly sought-after by collectors, representing a piece of San Francisco's brewing heritage. While the original Acme brewery closed in 1958, the brand has been revived several times, most recently by North Coast Brewing Co., ensuring that the legacy of Acme Beer continues. This iconic flat-top can represents a piece of this rich history.