Cascade Brewing Barrel House
Permanently Closed
Pioneer in sour beers, serving handcrafted brews, small plates
Pioneer in sour beers, serving handcrafted brews, small plates
"A brewing company that closed after 25 years amid the challenges faced by Portland's bar scene." - Rebecca Roland
"Cascade Brewing, a foundational Portland brewery known for its sours, has ceased operations after 25 years in business. Founded in 1998 by Art Larrance, the brewery was influential in the local beer scene. Despite being sold to new investors in 2020, the future of the brewery became uncertain after Larrance's death in May 2024, and it is now temporarily closed." - Rebecca Roland
"Cascade Brewing is not only a mainstay in Portland; it’s a serious powerhouse in the larger American sour scene. Though purchased from founder (and now-retiree) Art Larrance by a team of brewery and taproom owners, Cascade’s been using local fruit and wine barrels to make world-class sour ales for years. Now, it seems to be making an effort to adapt to changing consumer demands, as its canning beers in smaller formats and making IPAs, stouts, and other beers more similar to those found at other breweries. The taproom offers small plates and sandwiches to accompany the beers." - Ron Scott
"Cascade brewery, founded in 1998, is known for its sour beer movement and expansive range of flavors. The food menu includes seasonal treats and heavier standbys, complementing their traditional ales and IPAs." - Nathan Williams
"Warm Beery Night With more than 60 breweries, Portland has more than anywhere else in the world. If you do not start drinking at dawn, and drink at lunch, and drink through the evening, you are not doing your part."
