Faust Beer Flat Top Can

Anheuser-Busch Faust Flat Top

Faust Beer holds a storied legacy within the portfolio of Anheuser-Busch. Originally formulated in 1884 by brewery co-founder Adolphus Busch, the brand was crafted specifically for Tony Faust, a close friend and proprietor of the renowned Faust's Oyster House and Restaurant in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. The brand became an enduring regional fixture before transitioning into packaged retail distribution.

Among breweriana enthusiasts and Anheuser-Busch specialists, the Faust Beer flat top can stands as one of the premier centerpieces in twentieth-century can collecting. While Anheuser-Busch focused massive canning capacity on flagship labels like Budweiser, Faust was canned in far more limited quantities. Its localized distribution and comparatively low production numbers have elevated it to legendary status within the collector community.

The can's design features distinctive typography reflecting the historical German-style branding associated with the Faust and Mephistopheles lore. Known variations exist among surviving cans, featuring subtle differences in mandatory regulatory text, alcohol statements, and font colorations. Genuine factory-issued examples frequently generate substantial interest and competitive bidding whenever they appear at major breweriana auctions.