Old Milwaukee

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Old Milwaukee is a brand of American dry lager produced by the Pabst Brewing Company.

History

Old Milwaukee was first brewed in 1890 and reintroduced in 1955 as a value priced beer by the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company. In 1982, the Schlitz Brewing Company and the Old Milwaukee brand were acquired by Stroh Brewery Company of Detroit. In 2000, Stroh's and all of its beer brands and recipes were acquired by Pabst Brewing, which included the Old Milwaukee brand. All Old Milwaukee products have won top honors at the Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup. Over the past 10 years, Old Milwaukee Light has won more awards than any other light beer in America. In Canada, Old Milwaukee is brewed by Sleeman Breweries, and is a discounted beer in Ontario.

World Beer Cup

Old Milwaukee Light was awarded the Gold medal in the category American-Style Light Lager at the 2008 World Beer Cup. In 1987 Old Milwaukee came up with the first beer/party ball. It contains five gallons of beer and is still sold today.

Great American Beer Festival

Old Milwaukee Light has been awarded numerous awards at the Great American Beer Festival. Most recently, it was awarded the gold medal three consecutive years: 2005, 2006 and 2007. Old Milwaukee Light received the silver medal in 2008.

Alcohol Content/Nutritional Value

Type % Alcohol by Weight % Alcohol by Volume Carbs Calories
Old Milwaukee 3.6 4.6 12.5 145
Old Milwaukee Light 3.1 3.9 8.3 110
Old Milwaukee Ice 4.6 5.9 14.4 179
Old Milwaukee Non-Alcoholic 0.3 0.4 12.1 58

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