Old Timer's Lager Beer 12 Oz Tab Top Can

West Bend Lithia's Old Timer Can

Produced by the West Bend Lithia Company in West Bend, Wisconsin, the Old Timer's Lager Beer 12 Oz Tab Top Can represents the packaging era leading up to the final chapter of one of Wisconsin’s prominent regional breweries.

Brewery Heritage and Branding

The West Bend Lithia Company operated along the Milwaukee River and was well-known for using local spring water sources. Old Timer's Lager served as the brewery's primary flagship brand, widely recognized by its slogan, "The Best Of The Better Beers". The can graphics reflect the traditional "Old Timer" motif, appealing to the tavern culture and local pride that defined eastern Wisconsin throughout the mid-twentieth century.

Collector Details and Variations

Among breweriana collectors, tab tops from West Bend Lithia mark a notable period before the brewery ceased independent operations in the early 1970s. Several variations exist across different manufacturing runs, showcasing subtle shifts in color tones, mandatory text placement, and can maker stamps such as those from the Continental Can Company.

Following the closure of the original brewery, the Old Timer's label was acquired and briefly produced by other regional entities, including Walter Brewing Company in Eau Claire. As a result, authentic examples bearing the original West Bend Lithia mandatory line remain popular staples for enthusiasts specializing in Wisconsin regional brewing history.