"Cape Ann Brewing Company owner Jeremy Goldberg recently announced the closure of his 18 year-old Gloucester brewpub. “It is with much sadness that I announce the permanent closure of the Cape Ann Brewing Company,” wrote Goldberg. “During the summer of 2002, a casual conversation spawned the, perhaps ill-thought, idea of what would become the Cape Ann Brewing Company. Since that day, we strove to create a brand and a place that would represent ‘the courage and spirit of the North Atlantic Fishing Fleet.’ We are proud of what we’ve created over the past 18 years. During this time we’ve weathered many storms, at times enjoyed smooth seas, and have always been thankful for the stong headwinds that have guided our voyage. Unfortunately, the current climate has proven to be our last sail. (Is that enough sailing cliches?)” Cape Ann Brewing occupied a large footprint at the corner of Washington Street and Rogers Street in downtown Gloucester. It was best known for its Fisherman’s Brew, which was also the first beer it brewed all the way back in 2004. It leaves a big hole in the north shore beer scene, and it will be missed." - Terrence Doyle
