Jung Pilsener Beer Crowntainer

Jung Pilsener Crowntainer

The Jung Pilsener Beer Crowntainer is a celebrated piece of Wisconsin breweriana, produced by the Wm. G. Jung Brewing Company of Random Lake, Wisconsin. Originating from a small-town brewery with roots tracing back to the early 20th century under the Silver Creek and Hamm names, the Wm. G. Jung Brewing Company built a dedicated following across eastern Wisconsin before ultimately closing its doors in 1958.

The can features a distinctive deep green background highlighted by bold typography showcasing the "Jung" brand name alongside traditional pilsener motifs. Because Wm. G. Jung operated as a smaller independent regional brewery compared to neighboring Milwaukee giants, its overall canning output was far more limited. As a result, this can remains a prized centerpiece for collectors who focus on regional Wisconsin breweries and mid-century packaging.

Collectors have identified variations of the can that reflect changes in packaging laws and market distribution during its era. These include versions manufactured with the mandatory "Internal Revenue Tax Paid" (IRTP) statement, as well as post-IRTP versions produced after the labeling requirement was abolished. Additional text differences appear on mandatory alcohol content markings, with some releases bearing statements such as "Does Not Contain More Than 4% Alcohol by Weight" and others bearing no alcohol statement. Today, the can remains an enduring artifact of Sheboygan County brewing history.