Narragansett Brewing Company
| Type | Private company |
|---|---|
| Location | Providence, Rhode Island 271 Tockwotton Street |
| Coordinates | 41°52′37″N 71°23′21″W / 41.87694°N 71.38917°W |
| Opened | 1890 |
| Annual production volume | 100,000 US beer barrels (120,000 hl) in 2022 |
| Owned by | Mark Hellendrung |
| Website | narragansettbeer |
The Narragansett Brewing Company (/ˌnærəˈɡænsɪt/ neh-ruh-GAN-set) is an American brewery founded in 1890 in Cranston, Rhode Island, and currently based in Providence. Known for its flagship product, Narragansett Lager, the brewery contracts lager production to the Genesee Brewing Company in Rochester, New York. During the mid-20th century, Narragansett was the largest producer of lager beer in New England.
The company has undergone significant transformations, including growth in the early 20th century, adaptations during Prohibition, acquisition by the Falstaff Brewing Corporation in 1965, and the closure of its Cranston facilities in 1983. Revived in 2005, the brand reintroduced its classic beers and established limited production facilities in Providence for small-batch and specialty products.
Narragansett is associated with its slogan, "Hi, Neighbor, have a 'Gansett!", popularized by Boston Red Sox announcer Curt Gowdy. The modern iteration of the company primarily distributes to the Southern New England regional market and produces a variety of lagers, ales, and seasonal offerings.