Straub Brewery

is a historic family-owned brewery in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, founded in 1872 by Peter Straub. The brewery remains at its original location and is one of the oldest family-owned and operated breweries in the United States. For more than 150 years, Straub has maintained a strong connection to traditional German-American brewing while continuing to evolve with modern beer styles and production techniques. Its long history has made it an important part of Pennsylvania’s brewing heritage.

Straub Brewery is best known for its classic American lagers, including Straub Lager, Straub Light, and Straub Amber. The brewery also produces seasonal and craft selections such as Hop Blaster IPA, Tight Lines Kölsch, Oktoberfest, 1872 Pre-Prohibition Lager, and Midnight Delight Chocolate Stout. Straub continues a distinctive tradition of offering reusable returnable bottles, a practice dating back to the brewery’s first bottling equipment purchased in 1946.

Visitors can explore Straub Brewery through guided tours lasting approximately 45 minutes to an hour, offering a look inside the historic brewing facilities and the company’s long-standing traditions. The Straub Visitor Center and Tap Room is located in a historic 1917 Straub family home and features handcrafted beer, locally sourced food, and special events. With its remarkable heritage, traditional lagers, historic facilities, and welcoming visitor experience, Straub Brewery offers an authentic taste of Pennsylvania brewing history.