Tru Blu Ten Star Ale Flat Top Can

Tru Blu Ten Star Ale Can from Northampton Brewery

This flat-top can contained Northampton Brewery's Ten Star Ale. The Northampton Brewery, located in Northampton, Pennsylvania, had a long history in the region, supplying beer to cement workers in the Lehigh Valley. The brewery's notable 'Tru-Blu' beer, was known for its name, reportedly chosen after brewery workers confirmed their ability to pronounce it.

While the exact production dates for this specific can are unknown, the Northampton Brewery operated from 1898 until at least 1950, and possibly later. The brewery produced various beers, including the 'Tru-Blu' line and Northampton Pilsner. This particular can showcases a Ten Star Ale variation and is a notable example of early American beer canning. The use of flat-top cans was common in the early days of beer canning, before the introduction of easier-to-open cone-top and tab-top designs. This makes the can itself a sought-after item for beer can collectors, representing a significant piece of brewing history. The brewery building's ultimate fate is unknown.