About Us

Welcome to Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co.

America’s Most Northern Brewery | Est. 1998

Nestled in the heart of beautiful downtown Fox, Alaska, Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. has been serving up exceptional craft beer and house-made dishes since 1998. As Alaska’s 3rd oldest brewery, we’re proud to be a cornerstone of the Fairbanks area and the northernmost brewery in the United States. Whether you’re a local or visiting the Last Frontier, we invite you to experience a true taste of Alaska’s wild spirit.

Beer Food Gatherings

Handcrafted, bold beers made with the purest Alaskan spring water.
Delicious house-made dishes that celebrate Alaskan ingredients and flavors.
Unbeatable atmosphere in the heart of Fox, with stunning views and a welcoming beer garden.
Family-owned by lifelong Alaskans, with deep ties to the local community.
Spacious event venues perfect for weddings, parties, or corporate gatherings.
Two locations: Fox and Anchorage, making it easy to enjoy Silver Gulch no matter where your travels take you.

Our History

The History of Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co.

Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. is steeped in the rich mining history of Interior Alaska, and our story ties back to the land, the gold rush, and the tough, resilient folks who’ve called Fox home. Originally inhabited by the Athabaskan tribes, Fox gained prominence in the early 1900s following the discovery of gold along the Chatanika River, sparking a gold rush that brought settlers and miners to the area.

1900

In the early 1900s when Fox, Alaska, became a key stop on the map after gold was discovered. On July 22, 1902, Felix Pedro struck gold in Pedro Creek, and just like that, the gold rush was on. People flooded in, and Fox, once a quiet outpost, turned into a lively mining camp, bustling with miners looking to strike it rich. Fox even outgrew Fairbanks for a time, with its own post office from 1908 to 1947 and a train station that ran on the Tanana Valley Railroad (later the Alaska Railroad) up until 1930.

22 July 1902

One of the landmarks that stood through it all was Max Redé Mercantile—a general store that served as a vital supply for miners and locals, everything from food to cigars and liquor. This mercantile eventually became the Fox Roadhouse, which served as a much-needed pit stop for travelers heading out to Circle, Central, and Livengood along the rough, dirt roads. By the 1970s, the original mercantile was expanded and transformed into the Fox Roadhouse, a bar and restaurant serving locals and travelers alike.

1970

In 1983, Glenn Brady’s grandmother, Darlene Brown, took over the Fox Roadhouse, giving it new life with a massive expansion that turned it into a 30,000 sq. ft. bar, restaurant, and dance hall. It was a popular spot where locals gathered for good food, drinks, and music.

1983

In 1997, Glenn bought the building from his grandmother and started turning part of it into Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. The brewery was named after the Silver Gulch artesian spring just down the road, which gives us that pure, crisp water we use in every batch of beer.

1997

Silver Gulch brewed its first batch of beer in February 1998, becoming the northernmost brewery in the U.S. But it was Free Beer Fridays that really put us on the map. Back then, it was illegal for breweries to sell beer for drinking on-site, but we could serve free samples. What started as a casual way for locals to taste our beer soon turned into a weekly event. Every Friday evening people from all over Goldstream Valley—along with the occasional tourist—would stop by to sip some of our fresh brews, swap stories, and enjoy the community vibe. Free Beer Fridays became a tradition, a time for folks to gather, relax, and kick off the weekend right.

February 1998

In 2004, the Fox Roadhouse bar and restaurant closed its doors, and plans were set in motion to renovate the place. After some changes to state law in 2006, small breweries like ours could finally sell beer on-site, opening the door to what would become our new pub and restaurant. In 2007, after a major renovation, Silver Gulch’s new space opened, with seating for 150 in the pub and another 250 upstairs for banquets and events.

2004

Today, Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. is a living testament to Fox’s history—blending the area’s mining roots with the craft brewing culture of the future. The Fox Gulch House, which once served as a roadhouse and mercantile, still stands at the heart of the brewery. From the brewing floor, you can look up and see this historic building that’s part of Silver Gulch’s legacy. We’ve built this brewery around the spirit of Fox—gritty, authentic, and full of heart. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, we’re proud to share a piece of Alaska’s story with every pint you enjoy.

Today

Host your next gathering at Silver Gulch!

At Silver Gulch, food and beer are just the beginning — we create memorable experiences in the heart of Alaska. Our Fox location offers breathtaking views of the Alaskan wilderness and an outdoor beer garden open in summer, where you can sip a cold pint surrounded by the beauty of the Last Frontier. Inside, our versatile event rooms are perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to full-scale weddings and corporate gatherings. We can host up to 120 people indoors, or up to 350 in our spacious beer garden, which can be comfortably heated for chilly evenings. Take a peek behind the pint. Join us for a brewery tour or beer dinner, and see how Silver Gulch brews bold flavor into every glass.

Don’t leave without a piece of the Last Frontier.

Visit our Gift Shop and Package Store in Fox and Anchorage to stock up on Silver Gulch gear, local liquors, and even a keg of your favorite brew. From hoodies to beer steins, we’ve got something for every fan of Alaska — and every kind of gathering back home.