Northern Superior Brewing Celebrates 110-Year Anniversary

Sault Ste. Marie mayor honors local brewery's decade-long revival of century-old brand

Jan. 30, 2026 at 4:39pm

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Northern Superior Brewing Co., a Sault Ste. Marie institution for over a century, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its revival after a decade-long closure. The local brewery, which first opened in the early 1900s, was brought back to life in 2016 by a group of entrepreneurs dedicated to preserving the city's brewing history. Last night, Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker recognized the milestone, congratulating the brewery on its resilience and the return of its iconic brand.

Why it matters

Northern Superior Brewing's longevity and recent revival highlight the importance of preserving local heritage and small businesses in Sault Ste. Marie. As the city's landscape has evolved, the brewery has remained a steadfast part of the community, providing residents with a taste of the region's history.

The details

After shuttering its doors for nearly a decade in the 2000s, Northern Superior Brewing was revived in 2016 by a group of local entrepreneurs who were committed to reviving the brewery's storied 100-year-plus legacy. The new owners worked to carefully craft the same high-quality beer that Northern Superior drinkers had come to expect over the past century.

  • Northern Superior Brewing Co. first opened in the early 1900s.
  • The brewery's doors were closed for almost 10 years in the 2000s.
  • Northern Superior Brewing was revived and reopened in 2016.

The players

Northern Superior Brewing Co.

A local brewery that has been a part of the Sault Ste. Marie community and Algoma District for over 100 years.

Matthew Shoemaker

The mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, who celebrated the 10th anniversary of Northern Superior Brewing's revival.

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What they’re saying

“Congrats to Northern Superior Brewing Co. on the 10th anniversary of their first pint, reviving a 100-plus-year-old Sault brand for us to enjoy.”

— Matthew Shoemaker, Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie

What’s next

The brewery plans to host a special anniversary celebration event this weekend to mark the milestone.

The takeaway

Northern Superior Brewing's resilience and revival after a decade-long closure demonstrates the enduring appeal of local heritage brands and the importance of preserving small businesses that are integral to a community's identity.