Ghostfish Brewing’s head brewer, Reid Ackerman recently contributed to this article on safe homebrewing. If you’re an aspiring homebrewer, you don’t want to miss this insightful and fascinating discussion on the tips and tricks to ensure that your next homebrew batch turns out healthy and delicious. https://porch.com/advice/brewing-safety The post Crafted with Care: What Experts Have to Say on Ensuring Brewing Safety appeared first on Ghostfish Brewing Company ..read more

Have you been real hungry lately? As the weather turns, we can’t stop eating! With snacks on our mind, we’re on the hunt for the perfect gluten free snack. Do you have a favorite you could recommend? We sat down with our very own Brian Thiel and he shared a recipe we think is worthy of a gold medal. Speaking of gold medals… Watchstander Stout received its second gold medal this week from the Great American Beer Festival (first gold won in 2015). With gluten free beer this good, it adds so much flavor to traditional recipes like a hearty chili or fall stew. Here’s Brian’s recipe using this doub ..read more

“Celiac wife + Seattle + beer-drinking husband = Ghostfish” — Yelp reviewer Chris C., Spokane, WA, Feb. 2020  Celiac Awareness Month is winding down, but the cause is always close to our hearts. We’ve featured articles that answer common questions about gluten-free beer and living a gluten-free lifestyle. Recently we asked Ghostfish fans to respond to the question: “What do you wish more people knew about being gluten-free?” We loved reading all the responses but these three issues related to cross-contamination, by far, were what most people found frustrating. Cross-contamination is rea ..read more

Drinking beer through straws was commonplace in Sumeria, Mesopotamia, and Egypt. Wheat-free beers contrary to popular belief, are not new. During the Babylonian empire, gluten free grains, also known as ancient grains, primarily consisted of millet and buckwheat. The switch to barley and wheat occurred due to the desire to produce higher alcohol by volume (ABV) beverages using fewer resources. The higher ABV is possible because the sugars found in barley and wheat are easier for yeast to digest.  The notion that gluten is a primary component of beer is a common misperception. While gluten ..read more

Yes it’s true! Buckwheat is celiac safe. In honor of Celiac Awareness Month, we’re exploring buckwheat. The Japanese have cultivated buckwheat for ages and in the U.S. it’s gaining traction. The versatility and health benefits of this rhubarb relative are making it a popular alternative to grain-based beer. The kernels are an excellent replacement for traditional wheat or barley for brewing as buckwheat provides the proteins, starches, and enzymes needed to give beer body, mouthfeel, and head retention. Read about nutritional facts of buckwheat from a 2015 article on The Celiac Scene >> ..read more

We are proud to announce medal winnings from the 10th annual New York International Beer Competition (NYIBC). A light-bodied beer with a dry finish, Kick Step IPA wins a silver medal. This winning is the first medal for the beer.  Watchstander Stout won a bronze medal. This winning adds to its gold medal from the 215 Great American Beer Festival.  And, fan-favorite, Peak Buster Double IPA’s NYIBC bronze win complements its winnings of bronze at the Best of Craft Beer Awards in 2019 and gold win at the 2017 Great International Beer, Cider, Mead, & Sake competition. This year’s ..read more

From the rugged Rocky Mountains to lush open plains, Montana is defined by hard work and a never-stop-exploring attitude that resonates with the foundation of Ghostfish Brewing Company. “To this day, we don’t take no for an answer. On a daily basis, we continue to push the boundaries of what gluten free beer is,” said Brian Thiel, Managing Owner and co-Founder of Ghostfish Brewing Company. “Of all the states in the US, those living in Montana have been the most vocal and persistent in getting Ghostfish there. And, I’m excited to finally get to answer an astounding YES to fans across the state ..read more

PRESS RELEASE A dream six years in the making, Ghostfish Brewing Company makes its California debut this week. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Hollywood Boulevard to Mission Beach, Ghostfish, the largest volume producer of 100% dedicated gluten free beer in the United States, partners with California Beverage Company to deliver three of its most popular beers to residents throughout the golden state through BevMo! stores.  “We’ve had our eyes on California for quite some time, but needed to be strategic about our entry. We’re thrilled to continue our trek down the West Coast so more peopl ..read more

The tale of this week’s limited release on draft: Henry’s Vienna Lager ABV 5.3% | 32 IBU “My goal is to show people that great lagers can be produced using gluten free ingredients,” says homebrewer Cale Baldwin, host of the Zero Tolerance Gluten Free Homebrewers Group, a monthly virtual club. When Cale set out looking for a gluten free lager, he was left disappointed by what he found in the grocery store aisles and that led him to create his own. Over several brews, he tweaked a Vienna Lager recipe to his liking on his homebrew system. “Over the summer I interviewed Ghostfish Head Brewer Reid ..read more

Hardy Kiwi Berries from Red Cedar River Farm – Poulsbo, WA Wow, do we have a treat for you! Gluten free kiwi beer! We found these local hardy kiwis and had to give them a try. This tiny fruit is packed with rich vitamins and antioxidants and is at the center of Inosculation Wild Ale, our newest limited release, available on draft in the Taproom now. Hardy Kiwi Berries The kiwi berry, also commonly known as hardy kiwi, is about the size of a grape and even more sweet than the large kiwis you’re used to. The outer skin on the kiwi berry is thin and completely edible. “A farmer friend of mine men ..read more