Wiedemann Bohemian Special Fine Beer 12 Oz Tab Top Can

Wiedemann Bohemian Tab Top Can

The Wiedemann Bohemian Special Fine Beer 12 Oz Tab Top Can represents a notable era in Northern Kentucky brewing history, manufactured following the G. Heileman Brewing Company's acquisition of the George Wiedemann Brewing Company in Newport, Kentucky.

Historical Context

Founded along Columbia Street in Newport, the George Wiedemann Brewing Company grew to become Kentucky's largest commercial brewing operation. After Heileman purchased the historic business, the Newport brewery continued active packaging and distribution as the Wiedemann Division of G. Heileman, supplying the Greater Cincinnati area and neighboring regional markets.

Label Details & Variations

This can features the traditional Wiedemann label layout, displaying the Bohemian Special Fine Beer designation centered on the body. The mandatory text identifies G. Heileman Brewing Co. with Newport, Kentucky listed among the manufacturing cities.

Collectors recognize several variations of this can across manufacturing runs, distinguished by differences in the plant location lists, subtle revisions to mandatory phrasing, and slight shifts in typography layout.

Collectibility

Representing the storied heritage of one of the Ohio Valley's signature regional breweries during the Heileman operating era, this can remains a staple piece for regional breweriana and Kentucky packaging enthusiasts.