Arizona State Parks and Trails and Historic Brewing Company announce a new partnership to bring outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of craft beer a series of new local brews inspired by state parks.

The park-themed beers will be released seasonally and a portion of the sales of these specialty brews will benefit Arizona’s state parks. The partnership is intended to engage the community with state parks, the great outdoors, and the history of Arizona.

"Partnering with Arizona State Parks and Trails is a great opportunity to showcase the things that are important in our community in Arizona, like our history,” said John Kennelly, co-founder of Kennelly Family Concepts, Inc. “The state parks do a good job of preserving the history, culture, and landmarks in Arizona. What better way to showcase that than partnering with awesome people and getting the community involved to ensure these parks stay cared for and relevant?”

The first of the park-themed brews will be released this October and can be purchased at any of Historic Brewing Company’s three restaurants and tap rooms in Williams and Flagstaff, Ariz. The beer is a Mexican lager that features the historic Kanally Ranch House at Oracle State Park in southern Arizona. Oracle State Park is a 4,000-acre wildlife refuge featuring 15 miles of trails and is Arizona's first designated International Dark Sky Park. The Kannally Ranch House showcases the lives of 1900s ranchers and artisans.

“Not only will these seasonal beers give people something to enjoy after a hike or around a campfire, but this partnership will also inspire stewardship in our parks and caring for our local outdoor spaces,” said Michelle Thompson, deputy assistant director at Arizona State Parks and Trails. “We’re delighted to partner with Historic Brewing Company on these park-themed beers and give our community a fun new way to celebrate and support our state parks.”

Historic Brewing Company and the parks are celebrating Kannally Ranch House Mexican Lager with three public events: a tasting at Tap + Bottle in Tucson on October 25, 2024; a tasting and evening of nature programming at Oracle State Park on October 26, 2024; and a morning of volunteerism and stewardship at Oracle State Park on November 2, 2024. Details and registration for these events are available at AZStateParks.com/Brew.

About Historic Brewing Company

Historic Brewing Company is the maker of craft beer and awesomeness. The company began in 2013 in Flagstaff, AZ with a strong purpose and drive to bring an unparalleled experience to the market. Historic Brewing Company built its brand by expanding production and distribution capabilities, elevating its taproom, and establishing the company’s Barrel + Bottle House concept in both Flagstaff and Williams. Throughout their locations, you will experience mainstay brews such as their beloved Piehole Porter, seasonal favorites like Undercover Cucumber and unique limited-release brews like the Kannally Ranch House Mexican Lager that have a fan base of their own. As Historic Brewing Company continues to write its own history, the team strives to stay true to their core values that will drive the company forward. Learn more about Historic Brewing Company at HistoricBrewingCompany.com.

About Arizona State Parks and Trails

Arizona State Parks and Trails serves the communities of Arizona through stewardship, partnerships, and conservation, and acts as an economic driver for the state. Its mission is to connect people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories. The agency manages and protects more than 30 parks and natural areas and oversees the statewide trails program, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the Arizona Family Campout and statewide Off-Highway Vehicle programs. The agency administers more than five outdoor-related and historic preservation grant programs and manages statewide outdoor recreation planning.