Burgermeister Beer 12 Oz Tab Top Can

Burgermeister by Theo. Hamm

The Burgermeister label represents a prominent chapter in West Coast brewing history, particularly following the acquisition of the brand by the Theodore Hamm Brewing Company in San Francisco, California. Originally crafted by the San Francisco Brewing Corporation, Burgermeister became a household name across California, cemented in regional culture through its widely recognized nickname, "Burgie".

Following a landmark federal antitrust ruling that required the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company to divest its San Francisco facility, Theodore Hamm acquired the plant and brand rights, continuing production locally to supply the established Western market.

For breweriana collectors, this container is distinguished by its bold Burgermeister typography paired with the Theodore Hamm Brewing Co. San Francisco mandatory statement. Known variations exist across different manufacturing runs, showcasing subtle differences in side-panel mandatory text layouts, canning plant trademarks, and seam configurations. As a reflection of San Francisco's evolving industrial brewing heritage, it remains a notable highlight in California breweriana collections.