Cab Cream Ale Flat Top Can

Wehle Brewing's Cab Cream Ale

Produced by the Wehle Brewing Company of West Haven, Connecticut, the Cab Cream Ale flat top represents an important piece of New England brewing heritage. The Wehle Brewing Company operated on Campbell Avenue following the repeal of Prohibition, turning out a diverse lineup of regional ales and lagers before concluding operations during the World War II era.

Among the labels produced by Wehle, Cab Cream Ale stands out in breweriana circles for its striking graphic presentation and high collector interest. The can design prominently showcases bold branding set against a clean background, framed with decorative accents typical of early can manufacturing by the American Can Company. In line with regulations of the era, the design includes the mandatory Internal Revenue Tax Paid (IRTP) statement.

Collectors recognize variations in the labeling and side-panel text across production runs. Notably, examples exist bearing instructional side panels, reflecting the transitional period of canned beverage packaging. The label remains one of the more sought-after pre-war regional cans originating from Connecticut.