Pelican Brewing Refreshes its Iconic Kiwanda Ale

One of Oregon’s oldest beers, Pelican Brewing Company’s Kiwanda Pre-Prohibition Cream Ale has received a make over. Going forward, Pelican Brewing will drop the Pre-Prohibition Cream Ale from the name and will now go with the more simple Kiwanda.

Pelican Brewing co-founder and brewmaster Darron Welch created Kiwanda back in 1996 as Pelican’s first-ever seasonal offering. The overwhelming demand and unwavering love from beer enthusiasts made it a year-round staple in Pelican’s line up ever since. While the packaged look has changed, the award-winning recipe has not. Kiwanda continues to offer the same golden hue, floral aroma, refreshing body, and clean, snappy finish at 5.4% ABV that has earned it 62 awards.

According to the brewery’s press release, the Kiwanda’s new look is designed to reflect its coastal home, independent spirit and classic, clean and crisp flavors. The new branding – found across its packaging and advertising – pays homage to the inspiring landscapes and adventures of the Pacific Northwest, capturing the essence of a region where cubicles are traded for shorebreak at a moment’s notice, iconic summits are celebrated with backyard kickbacks, and city days are toasted with local pints.

“Kiwanda has always reflected our roots, with its name celebrating Cape Kiwanda, the heart of our Oregon Coast town and the birthplace of Pelican Brewing Company,” said Welch in today’s press release. “With this refreshed look, combined with the same classic taste, we aim to convey the true spirit of the region that rings true in our brews – adventurous, inspiring, approachable and united around the love of great beer.”

“When we combine our lifelong passions, deep connections, and love for the Pacific Northwest, something truly magical happens,” said Mary Jones, Founder and CEO of Pelican Brewing Company, in today’s press release. “Kiwanda was created to embody the camaraderie and togetherness that the Pacific Northwest is renowned for, making every conversation and every sunset shared with our beer an unforgettable experience. We are excited to continue its legacy and evolution with this brand refresh.”

Fans can also get a taste of Kiwanda at the Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic, where Pelican Brewing Company will be pouring pints as the title sponsor of Oregon’s largest surf competition. The competition takes place from September 15 – 17, 2023 in scenic Pacific City, Oregon.

Kiwanda can be found at any of Pelican Brewing’s four coastal taprooms in Pacific City, Tillamook, Cannon Beach, and Lincoln City. The beer is packaged in 6-pack bottles, 12-pack cans, 19.2 oz cans, select Pelican Mixed 12-packs, and on draft in select locations. To locate Kiwanda or any other Pelican beer, use the Pelican Beer Finder.