Denali Brewing Team gathered at the brewery in winter

We Are Denali Brewing

Adventurers.

Proudly located in Talkeetna, Alaska — at the foot of the highest peak in North America.

2009
Founded
70+
Team Members
100%
Employee-Owned
30
Barrel System

Our Roots

Where It
All Began.

Denali Brewing Company is an employee-owned brewery in Talkeetna, Alaska. Founded in 2009 by Sassan Mossanen — a former wilderness guide and homebrewer — we started on an 8.5-barrel system inside the Twisted Creek Restaurant on Main Street.

We quickly outgrew that original spot. Recognizing the demand, we expanded to a 30-barrel production facility at Mile 2 of the Talkeetna Spur Road in late 2011. This growth facilitated the production of our signature brews and ensured the highest quality and consistency for our patrons and fans.

Denali Brewing outdoor winter scene with fire and patrons
8.5 → 30
Barrel system upgrade in just two years
Fermentation tanks inside Denali Brewing production facility

Uncompromising

Standards.

With grit and perseverance, we brew the highest quality beer in an environment most would consider impossible. Our brewers are passionate artisans dedicated to the craft; their commitment is reflected in every sip of our brews. Quality beer is derived from carefully selected ingredients and meticulous brewing techniques.

Our investment in cutting-edge equipment and quality control measures ensures that our beer lives up to our uncompromising standards. The result is a lineup that embodies excellence and the spirit of adventure.

While we are committed to excellence in our brews, our dedication to our community is a founding principle. We keep our doors open through the dark of winter, giving one of the few options for consistent year-round work, and a place for locals and visitors alike to appreciate a warm gathering while enjoying a delicious pint.

Inside the Denali Brewing tasting room
20,310 ft
Denali Summit

Gateway to the Mountain

Talkeetna.

A hundred miles north of Anchorage in the heart of the Susitna Valley, Talkeetna is located at the confluence of the Susitna, Chulitna, and Talkeetna rivers. Founded as a historic railroad community, Talkeetna now serves as a base for climbers attempting to summit Denali — North America's highest peak at 20,310 feet.

Boasting stunning views of Denali and the entire Alaska Range, Talkeetna is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and beer lovers alike. Stop by after your next adventure flight-seeing, rafting, or mountain biking for a delicious beverage and tasty meal.

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"15 Years. 70 Employees.
Countless Adventures."

Denali Brewing Company · Est. 2009

Seed to Table

Sustainability.

If you truly love beer, then you must love every part of it. Our commitment to our craft does not end in the glass. At Denali Brewing, we complete the circle by composting all the spent grain that local farmers do not pick up from us.

We worked with the State of Alaska's Rural Development program to study our soil and ensure we are producing the highest quality medium for growing our veggies. Throughout the growing season, our 2,100 sq ft greenhouse produces food that is raised from seed to table without pesticides, herbicides, or any other adjuncts.

For the love of beer, try one of our salads!

2,100
sq ft greenhouse
0
Pesticides used
☀️
Solar-powered array
★★★★★
Energy audit rating
Denali Brewing greenhouse growing fresh produce
Copper still and barrel aging at Denali Brewing
Kegs and production floor at Denali Brewing

Shared Ownership

Employee
Owned.

Denali Brewing is on its way to being 100% employee-owned, instilling a shared ownership mentality throughout our entire team. This commitment resonates in our dedication and devotion to the craft, where our employees are deeply invested and take pride in the hard work poured into every pint.

Whether we are crafting tasty beverages, chopping firewood, building a cabin, or hiking a tall mountain, it takes hard-working, adventure-driven people to be part of the Denali team.

ESOP
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Every team member has a stake in our success — from the brewhouse floor to the tasting room bar.

Come Visit Us

Two Locations. One Spirit.

Tasting Room

37083 Talkeetna Spur Rd
Talkeetna, AK 99676

Summer: Daily 11am–9pm

Winter: 12pm–8pm

Brewpub

13605 E Main St
Talkeetna, AK 99676

Summer: Daily 11am–10pm

Winter: M,Th 4–9pm · Fri–Sun 12–9pm