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A Baxter Story in 4 Cans
A BAXTER STORY IN FOUR CANS From the Backpack to the Variety Pack, Baxter’s mixed 12 packs have been a labor of love to offer craft beer fans a chance to try and share our creations. Starting at the end of May, we are excited to offer a new lineup in a handsome package, whose…
Read MoreFrom Civil War uniforms to Double IPAs
For over 150 years, The Bates Mill Complex in Lewiston, ME has served as a manufacturing and production hub for much of Maine and New England. In the 1850’s, an entrepreneur from Boston named Benjamin Bates identified the plot along the Androscoggin River as a perfect site for the future mills. The nearby Great Falls…
Read MoreEVOLUTION OF A CEREMONY
One of my favorite reads in undergrad was Ceremony, by Leslie Marmon Silko. I have no intention of writing a book report here, but I have a lasting impression of the theme of change in the story. That cultural rituals aren’t necessarily rote or stagnant but can adapt to contemporary influences without losing the essence…
Read MoreWill Run for Beer…
Four years ago, and unbeknownst to most, Baxter launched a quiet little project aimed at bridging the gap between outdoor enthusiasts and craft beer. Lots of breweries talk a big game about the confluence of sports and beer, but very few actually act on it. We had a different plan. The project, dubbed Baxter Outdoors,…
Read MoreWinter’s Last Stronghold…
Every year around mid April, when the snow melts throughout Maine and New Hampshire and minds drift from cold to warmer thoughts, there remains a bastion of winter atop New England’s highest peak, Mt Washington. Some of the White Mountains’ steepest and longest ski lines exist in the ravines of Mt. Washington and each year,…
Read MoreMaine Huts & Trails Lager
For as much love as Baxter has for Maine Huts & Trails, we felt strongly about making a beer that really spoke to what this special place means to us. We wanted to draw attention to the diversity of biotypes and activities available to those who take advantage of their excellently thought out and maintained…
Read MoreIntroducing: Prost Secco
When we hired Andrew Sheffield in 2017 as our Director of Brewing, we knew we’d want to put his prior experience in both winemaking and sour beer production to good use as quickly as possible. So when he came to us at a weekly meeting a few months ago with the idea for Prost Secco and…
Read MoreMONUMENTAL
“We set off into Katahdin Woods and Waters with hopes of finding an original adventure in Maine. Along the way, we were fascinated by the beauty of its land, the remoteness of its wilderness, and the endless potential for outdoor recreation and lifestyle. We hope Monumental inspires others to go experience the monument and…
Read MoreHuge deals in the taproom this week
Stop by the taproom this week for some great specials on merchandise, growlers, and beer. While supplies last!
Read MoreBaxter Outdoors 2017 Trail Running Series in the Books
Last Sunday, Nov 5th, Baxter offered it’s final trail race of the season at Lost Valley in Auburn. 130 racers competed between the 5km, 10km, and 15km course options. Competition was fierce with runners from 8 to 68 years old. The race was followed by Live Music from the Brad Hutchinson Project, unlimited 4oz samples…
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