EVOLUTION 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…

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Will 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,…

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Winter’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,…

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Maine 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…

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Introducing: 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…

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MONUMENTAL

  “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…

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Baxter 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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Welcome, Andrew!

With tremendous growth and innovation; and unparalleled commitment to quality and constant improvement, comes the need to hire greatly. Or so they say. Therefore, we at Baxter Brewing Co. couldn’t be more excited to announce the acquisition of a new Director of Brewing Operations: Andrew Sheffield. Andrew will be joining the Baxter team in May,…

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New Positions and new Faces Bolster Baxter Brewing Sales Team

The amount of change the Craft Brewing industry has witnessed in the last two or three years, and the pace with which it’s changing, is completely unparalleled.  The Maine/New Hampshire/Massachusetts market alone is now home to more than 200 breweries and it feels like two more will open before you reach the end of this…

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