About
Faction Brewing Co. specializes in hoppy beers produced in their 20-barrel brewhouse, along with lagers, stouts, Belgian styles, barrel-aged beers, and the occasional sour. They operate a tasting room on the former Alameda Naval Air Station offering views of the San Francisco skyline and epic sunsets.
hoppy beers
lagers
stouts
Belgian style
barrel-aged
sours
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Products
Anomaly
A complex ale with fruity esters, spice, and a dry finish.
Defcon 1
A bold, hop-heavy IPA with intense tropical fruit and resinous flavors.
Faction Pale Ale
A balanced pale ale with citrus and pine notes from Cascade and Centennial hops.
Penske File
A rich porter with notes of chocolate, coffee, and a smooth finish.
Spring IPA
A seasonal IPA with bright, juicy hop flavors and a crisp bitterness.
Awards
Bronze Medal, World Beer Cup 2018 (Defcon 1)
2018
Gold Medal, Great American Beer Festival 2016 (Faction Pale Ale)
2016