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Established in 1853. In the lead up to Prohibition, Lancaster city was known as the "Munich of the United States." During this time, the Wacker "Little Dutch" and "Old Bohemian" beers became synonymous with quality, local brew. Of the Big Four city breweries to go into Prohibition, Wacker was the only one to emerge but was no longer able to compete with the huge breweries in St. Louis and Milwaukee, Wacker Brewing Company closed in 1956. When the last of the beer in storage tanks was drained into the sewer, a unique chapter in Lancaster County's history came to a close. In 2014, Wacker Brewing Company was brought back to life by the great grandson of one of the original brewery's workers. We're focused on perfecting our craft and supplying Lancaster County with amazing "old style" beer. Stop by the brewery to get a growler fill or drop in to one of the local establishments serving our beer on tap. We're eager to hear what you think; after all, Wacker is "the beer you always loved!" free parking lot located across the street..Established in 1853. In the lead up to Prohibition, Lancaster city was known as the "Munich of the United States." During this time, the Wacker "Little Dutch" and "Old Bohemian" beers became synonymous with quality, local brew. Of the Big Four city breweries to go into Prohibition, Wacker was the only one to emerge but was no longer able to compete with the huge breweries in St. Louis and Milwaukee, Wacker Brewing Company closed in 1956. When the last of the beer in storage tanks was drained into the sewer, a unique chapter in Lancaster County's history came to a close. In 2014, Wacker Brewing Company was brought back to life by the great grandson of one of the original brewery's workers. We're focused on perfecting our craft and supplying Lancaster County with amazing "old style" beer. Stop by the brewery to get a growler fill or drop in to one of the local establishments serving our beer on tap. We're eager to hear what you think; after all, Wacker is "the beer you always loved!" free parking lot located across the street..