Schlitz Beer 11 Oz Tab Top Can

San Francisco Schlitz 11 Oz Can

The Schlitz Beer 11 Oz Tab Top Can produced by the Jos. Schlitz Brewing Company in San Francisco, California, represents a significant chapter in West Coast brewing history. While 12-ounce containers were standard across national markets, 11-ounce cans were packaged specifically to cater to regional West Coast consumer habits and competitive retail pricing points.

Schlitz established its packaging operations in the city following the acquisition of the local San Francisco Brewing Corporation. This facility allowed the Milwaukee-based brewing giant to package its flagship brand locally. The buyout ultimately led to a landmark federal antitrust case brought by the United States Department of Justice, which resulted in an order requiring Schlitz to divest the local plant. As a consequence, containers bearing the Jos. Schlitz San Francisco mandatory brewery statement document a brief and notable transitional corporate period.

The can features the recognizable Schlitz branding accompanied by the San Francisco mandatory text. Known variations exist among collectors, exhibiting differences in can manufacturer stamps and mandatory text placements across production runs.