Old India Vatted Pale Ale Cone Top Can

Cremo Old India Pale Ale Cone Top Can

This cone-top can showcases Cremo Brewing Company's Old India Vatted Pale Ale. Cremo, a New Britain, CT brewery with a rich history, operated from 1903 until 1955, experiencing both immense success and challenges, including a period of Prohibition-era near-beer production and a subsequent large fine for illegally brewing full-strength beer. The brewery was revived in 2017 by Alvarium Brewing Co. and Five Churches Brewing, paying homage to the iconic local brand. This can represents a piece of Connecticut brewing history, reflecting a time when Cremo was a staple in local taverns and homes. The 'Old India Vatted Pale Ale' suggests a complex brewing process involving the blending of various batches, creating a beer with a potentially layered flavor profile—though the focus here is on the can itself and not the beer's taste. Collectors appreciate this can for its historical significance and connection to a notable Connecticut brewery. Variations in the design or labeling might exist, reflecting the evolution of the brand and packaging over the years.