Oakland United Beerworks

New Oakland Glow

Pilsner - German

Chamomile, geranium, thyme, bread dough, honey.

Chamomile, geranium, thyme, bread dough, honey. Read Less

East Bay Nights

Schwarzbier

Our tribute to the classic German Schwarzbier. Notes of toast, brown sugar, chocolate, pine, rose, and fudge. Silver Medal winner at the 2022 Great American… Read More

Our tribute to the classic German Schwarzbier. Notes of toast, brown sugar, chocolate, pine, rose, and fudge.

Silver Medal winner at the 2022 Great American Beer Festival in the German Dark Lager category. Read Less

Drink Beer, Slay Dragon

IPA - American

Whether you're looking for some liquid courage or toasting a personal success, this West Coast IPA is here for you. It's citrus-y, fruit-y, and pine-y… Read More

Whether you're looking for some liquid courage or toasting a personal success, this West Coast IPA is here for you. It's citrus-y, fruit-y, and pine-y with subtle sweetness and perfect bitterness. With Andrew's spirit in mind, whatever your own "Dragon" is, just go out there and slay!

Andrew Ritter was one of the founding brewers at Linden Street and his incredible legacy lives on today at Oakland United Beerworks. He loved: family, friends, brewing beer, and rugby. He would laugh deeply and toast, "Drink beer, slay dragon!" When he died at age 31 from ALS, we lost a dear son, brother, friend, and colleague.

Andrew, we love and miss you!

Hops: Columbus, Chinook, Mosaic Read Less

Bay Shore Fog

IPA - New England / Hazy

Our core Hazy IPA is generously hopped with Comet, Citra, Chinook, and Talus, giving it rich aromas of lychee and other tropical fruits and a balanced… Read More

Our core Hazy IPA is generously hopped with Comet, Citra, Chinook, and Talus, giving it rich aromas of lychee and other tropical fruits and a balanced dose of grapefruit and citrus peel. Read Less

Proper Hooligan

Mild - Dark

Brewed with 100% malt from Admiral Maltings. A timeless classic, this English Mild Ale strikes the perfect balance between rich malt character and effortless… Read More

Brewed with 100% malt from Admiral Maltings.
A timeless classic, this English Mild Ale strikes the perfect balance between rich malt character and effortless drinkability. Our Proper Hooligan delivers layers of toasty caramel malt, a touch of nutty complexity, and a gentle floral hop presence—all in a smooth, easy-drinking pint.
Whether you're cheering on your favorite soccer team or kicking back at a backyard BBQ, this sessionable ale is built for long nights, good company, and great conversation.
Enjoy responsibly. Be a Proper Hooligan! Read Less

Zapatos De Baile

Lager - Mexican

Paying homage to the rich history of dance in Oakland, this Mexican-style lager is bright, gently sweet, and slightly bitter, with rich aromas of cereal,… Read More

Paying homage to the rich history of dance in Oakland, this Mexican-style lager is bright, gently sweet, and slightly bitter, with rich aromas of cereal, corn chip, water cracker, and lemongrass. So, grab a can and your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie! Read Less

Paradise Found

Sour - Fruited

This tropical delight is packed with passion fruit, orange, and guava- it's your very own paradise in a glass!

This tropical delight is packed with passion fruit, orange, and guava- it's your very own paradise in a glass! Read Less

Migration

IPA - American

Every spring and fall, migratory birds travel the Pacific Flyway, a major North-South migratory route that stretches between Alaska and Patagonia. Lake… Read More

Every spring and fall, migratory birds travel the Pacific Flyway, a major North-South migratory route that stretches between Alaska and Patagonia. Lake Merritt, established in 1870 as the nation’s first government-owned wildlife refuge, serves as an important rest stop for these waterfowl during their migrations. The lake is home to over 100 different types of birds throughout the year, making Oakland a haven for birds and bird watchers alike.

Eclipse and Enigma hops. Read Less

Limitless

Wheat Beer - Hefeweizen

From daring firsts to record-breaking flights, Oakland, California, has played a pivotal role in the legacy of women in aviation. This beer honors pioneers… Read More

From daring firsts to record-breaking flights, Oakland, California, has played a pivotal role in the legacy of women in aviation.
This beer honors pioneers like Amelia Earhart, who, in 1935, became the first person to fly solo across the Pacific from Honolulu to Oakland. Earhart also departed from Oakland to begin both attempts at world circumnavigation. It celebrates Bessie Coleman, the first African-American pilot, who soared over Oakland dropping advertising leaflets in the 1920s. We raise a glass to Louise Thaden, who claimed the women’s endurance record from Oakland Municipal Airport, and Ruth Nichols, who set a distance record flying from Oakland to Kentucky in 1931. And we honor Lee Ya-Ching, the first woman to get a civil flying license in China, who trained right here in Oakland.
Raise a glass to the women who dared to defy gravity. Read Less

Redwood

Red Ale - American Amber / Red

In the heart of the Oakland hills stand the quiet giants that inspired this beer. While the Bay Area is often associated with bustling neighborhoods,… Read More

In the heart of the Oakland hills stand the quiet giants that inspired this beer. While the Bay Area is often associated with bustling neighborhoods, historic industry, and vibrant cultural movements, Oakland’s redwood forests tell another story—one of endurance, renewal, and connection to the land.
The most famous of these groves can be found at Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, where second-growth redwoods rise as living reminders of the ancient forests that once covered the East Bay. Centuries before colonization, the Ohlone people lived among these trees, shaping their lives in harmony with the land. Today, one last sentinel from those original old-growth forests—the aptly named Old Survivor—still stands tall and serves as a bridge between Oakland’s deep past and its living present. Read Less

Sleeping Car Giants

Porter - Baltic

Pullman Porters, the railroad porters employed by the Pullman Palace Car Company, were a conduit of new information and ideas from the wider world to… Read More

Pullman Porters, the railroad porters employed by the Pullman Palace Car Company, were a conduit of new information and ideas from the wider world to their communities thanks to their extensive travels. America’s first all-Black union, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, established their West Coast headquarters in Oakland. Importantly, the formation of this union helped advance the broader Civil Rights Movement in the United States. In both their communities and the country at large, the porters were the real giants, paving the way for lasting change.
This beer's flavor journey will take you through notes of brown sugar, coffee, toffee, and chocolate, all while maintaining a clean and crisp finish that lagers are known for. It's like a luxurious train ride for your taste buds, making each sip an experience in itself.

Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking to expand your palate, this Baltic Porter is a must-try. So, gather your friends, prepare your taste buds, and hop on board the Sleeping Car Giants Express! Read Less

Iron And Steel

Stout - Other

In the 1800s, carriage making was a booming industry in Oakland, and most wheelwrights doubled as blacksmiths—hand-forging the iron rims that gave the… Read More

In the 1800s, carriage making was a booming industry in Oakland, and most wheelwrights doubled as blacksmiths—hand-forging the iron rims that gave the wheels their strength and durability. By 1878, Oakland was home to 25 carriage makers, including Grand Central Carriage Works, located on 12th Street between Harrison and Alice—just up the road from where our brewery stands today. Read Less

The Abbey

Belgian Dubbel

This classic Belgian Dubbel has, up front, sweet aromatics of brown sugar, vanilla, caramel, cola, and biscuit with some toast and almond undertones.… Read More

This classic Belgian Dubbel has, up front, sweet aromatics of brown sugar, vanilla, caramel, cola, and biscuit with some toast and almond undertones. Lightly sweet and gently bitter with a medium body and medium carbonation.

Depicted on the label is a rendering of the poet Joaquin Miller's home in Oakland. In 1886, he moved to Oakland and built a home for himself, which he named "The Abbey." He remained in that home until his death in 1913. This humble abode still stands today in what is now Joaquin Miller Park. Read Less

Happy Camper

Farmhouse Ale - Saison

Whether you get a rush out of extreme cliff camping or are an inveterate fan of glamping, you are included under our tent as a "Happy Camper"! Saisons,… Read More

Whether you get a rush out of extreme cliff camping or are an inveterate fan of glamping, you are included under our tent as a "Happy Camper"! Saisons, refreshing and approachable even to non-beer drinkers, are a perfect accompaniment to grilling, toasting, napping, fishing or whatever your favorite pastime is.

This pale and refreshing, classic beer style is dry and mildly bitter, highlighting the expressive yeast character that's citrusy, spicy, and not overly phenolic. Read Less

Under the Marquee Lights

IPA - New England / Hazy

In the heart of Oakland lies the vibrant Theater District, home to three of the city's most iconic historic venues: the Grand Lake Theatre, the Fox Theater,… Read More

In the heart of Oakland lies the vibrant Theater District, home to three of the city's most iconic historic venues: the Grand Lake Theatre, the Fox Theater, and the Paramount Theatre. These beloved landmarks have been part of Oakland’s cultural fabric for nearly a century. Whether you're catching a live show, a film, or simply admiring the stunning architecture, Oakland’s Theater District beautifully blends history, entertainment, and hometown pride.
Ariana, Alora, and Citra hops. Read Less

When Life Gives You Lemons

Wheat Beer - Other

Back by popular demand, this Raspberry Lemon Wheat is a deluge of fruity aromas and flavors. Prepare your tastebuds for a tart raspberry and lemon downpour!… Read More

Back by popular demand, this Raspberry Lemon Wheat is a deluge of fruity aromas and flavors. Prepare your tastebuds for a tart raspberry and lemon downpour! 5.0% ABV. Read Less

Pullman Porter

Porter - Imperial / Double

Oakland transformed from a commercial hub to a true community upon the arrival of the transcontinental railroad terminal. Part of the Pullman Palace Car… Read More

Oakland transformed from a commercial hub to a true community upon the arrival of the transcontinental railroad terminal. Part of the Pullman Palace Car Company and the first African-American-led union, the Pullman Porters and their families brought Oakland to life.

This porter is named in honor of the Pullman Porters, who are part of Oakland's history. Brown sugar, chocolate, toffee, frosting, and cola notes, along with vanilla, hazelnut, walnut, coffee, and toast notes, are followed by a mild sweetness and slight bitterness. Read Less

All That Shine

Lager - Helles

This munich lager is very refreshing and has a thin body complimented by flavors of grain and a slight grassiness coming from the pilsner and munich malts.… Read More

This munich lager is very refreshing and has a thin body complimented by flavors of grain and a slight grassiness coming from the pilsner and munich malts. The aroma is similar but also has sweet notes and citrus from the mandarina hops added at the end of boil. The low bitterness lends to its drinkability and moderately high carbonation make it a great refreshing beer. It has a medium finish and a soft, slightly drying body. Read Less

First Responder

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy

Our tribute to the First Responders keeping our community safe. This Hazy Double IPA is filled with aromas of grapefruit, lemon, guava, and pineapple.… Read More

Our tribute to the First Responders keeping our community safe. This Hazy Double IPA is filled with aromas of grapefruit, lemon, guava, and pineapple. With a subtle bitterness, medium body, and moderate carbonation. Read Less

Scrum-ptious Gator

IPA - American

Andrew Ritter Tribute brewed in collaboration with Ales for ALS, benefitting the ALS Therapy Development Institute. Andrew Ritter loved: family, friends,… Read More

Andrew Ritter Tribute brewed in collaboration with Ales for ALS, benefitting the ALS Therapy Development Institute.

Andrew Ritter loved: family, friends, beer, and rugby. He channeled his unbridled enthusiasm into brewing for Oakland United Beerworks and helping start San Francisco State University’s Gator rugby team. He would laugh deeply and toast, "Drink beer, slay dragon!" When he died at 31 from ALS, we lost a dear son, brother, friend, brewer, and teammate. Andrew, we love and miss you! Each year, we brew a beer to raise funds for the ALS Therapy Development Institute. By buying and enjoying this beer you further these efforts, honor Andrew, and bring us all closer to a cure. Your support has helped make OUB a top contributor to Ales for ALS. Thank you!

HBC 638, Citra, Talus CRYO hops. Read Less

Bier Town

Märzen

This amber, malty European lager is clean, rich, toasty, bready and the perfect way to celebrate Oktoberfest!

This amber, malty European lager is clean, rich, toasty, bready and the perfect way to celebrate Oktoberfest! Read Less

Steins Beer Garden 10th Anniversary Collaboration Diamond X

Sour - Other

This very special Tropical sour ale was brewed in collaboration with our friends at Steins Beer Garden in Mountain View to commemorate their 10th Anniversary.… Read More

This very special Tropical sour ale was brewed in collaboration with our friends at Steins Beer Garden in Mountain View to commemorate their 10th Anniversary.

We started with an unfiltered West Coast IPA base and added Idaho 7, Mandarina Bavaria, and Azacca hops along with passion fruit, orange, and guava to transport you to your very own tropical paradise! Read Less

Hella-Saurus Rex

Lager - Helles

First brewed by Oakland United Beerworks in 2020, this classic helles lager is back by very popular demand. Clear, light, straw color with aromas of grain,… Read More

First brewed by Oakland United Beerworks in 2020, this classic helles lager is back by very popular demand. Clear, light, straw color with aromas of grain, toast, bread dough and hints of water cracker. Lightly sweet with a soft bitterness. Light body with moderate carbonation. Read Less

Nelson the Night Heron

Lager - IPL (India Pale Lager)

The black-crowned night heron is a ubiquitous bird with a locally prestigious title. These birds live year-round in the Bay Area, with the largest rookery… Read More

The black-crowned night heron is a ubiquitous bird with a locally prestigious title. These birds live year-round in the Bay Area, with the largest rookery right here in Oakland. You'll find them frequently around Lake Merritt but their resilience in the urban jungle of Downtown Oakland led them to be named the official bird of Oakland, CA.

Hopped exclusively with Nelson Sauvin this bright, light lager is highlighted with aromas of cucumber and honeydew melon followed by refreshing notes of apple and lemon citrus- perfectly balanced with slight sweetness and approachable bitterness. Read Less

NITRO Proper Hooligan

Mild - Dark

This classic English Mild is kicked up a notch with nitro! The silky mouthfeel combines with a subtle blend of layered caramel malts with floral British… Read More

This classic English Mild is kicked up a notch with nitro! The silky mouthfeel combines with a subtle blend of layered caramel malts with floral British hops to create a smooth, easy drinking beer. Perfect for watching your favorite soccer team or sipping at your backyard BBQ. Enjoy responsibly. Be a Proper Hooligan! Read Less