Yuengling Beer

Yuengling is located in Pottsville, Pennsylvania it is the oldest brewing company in the United States, having been established in 1829. Yuengling is one of the largest brewer in the United States. Besides its two Pennsylvania locations, Yuengling also has a brewery in Tampa, Florida.

Yuengling was started by David G. Jungling an immigrate who came to the country in 1823. Yuengling company was first named the Eagle Brewery when if first began in 1829. It was not called Yuengling until 1873. This family business did not always sell only beer at times it operated a dairy and sold ice cream. The brewery is so old and has so much american history in it that in 1985 it was listed as on the National Register of Historical Places.

Drive to the Yuengling brewery in Pottsville Pennsylvania and take a plant tour of "America's oldest brewery." After the tour make sure you check out the museum and gift shop. The tour is of the actual brewery, while viewing the plant you will also learn all about the companies history. After the tour there are free drink samples for all people of age. The tours run twice during the week at 10am and 4pm. Weekend tours are limited so call ahead of time for more information. To take the plant tour you must be wearing closed-toed shoes, which means no sandals. If you will be visiting with a large group it is also a good idea to call ahead (570-628-4890).