Olympia Gold The Right Light Beer 12 Oz Tab/Stay Top Can

Olympia Gold: The Right Light

Introduced by the Olympia Brewing Company of Olympia, Washington, Olympia Gold entered the market during the light beer boom of the late 20th century. Marketed under the tagline "The Right Light," this offering was Olympia's answer to the rising national demand for reduced-calorie options, while retaining the brand identity established by founder Leopold Schmidt and the brewery's famous "It's the Water" heritage.

The 12 oz aluminum can features vibrant gold coloring complemented by the signature Olympia horseshoe insignia and bold "The Right Light Beer" typography. Graphic elements on the face and side panels highlight nutritional disclosures typical of early low-calorie brews, including carbohydrate statements and text designating it as non-dietetic and specially brewed for lightness.

For breweriana collectors, this can provides a snapshot of the packaging transitions of the era, displaying modern UPC barcoding alongside metric measurements. Known variations exist in the mandatory text, reflecting Olympia's multi-facility production across Olympia, Washington, and St. Paul, Minnesota, following their acquisition of the Theodore Hamm Brewing Company. Different variations also feature minor adjustments to nutritional text and brewery distribution notices, making it an engaging piece of Pacific Northwest brewing history.