Adolph Coors Company
| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| NYSE: RKY | |
| Industry | Beverage |
| Founded | 1873 |
| Founder | Adolph Coors |
| Defunct | 2005 |
| Fate | Merged with Molson in 2005 to form Molson Coors |
| Headquarters |
The Adolph Coors Company was formerly a holding company in Golden, Colorado controlled by the heirs of founder Adolph Coors. Its principal subsidiary was the Coors Brewing Company. The brewery was founded in 1873.
In 2005, Adolph Coors Co. merged with Molson, Inc. to become the Molson Coors Brewing Company.
The company stirred controversy for its right-wing political activism. It was the subject of boycotts by organized labor, racial minorities, women, gays, students, teachers and other groups.