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About
Originally built on the Lindgren Family Farm
Our Story
Lindgren Craft Brewery was founded by father and son, Clifford and Michael Lindgren, in 2018. After years and countless conversations about starting a business together, Lindgren Craft Brewery was founded on the mission to put the beer first.
Originally built on the Lindgren Family Farm, the first brewing operations were in an old, converted milk house.
Dedicated to building the brewery in Duncannon and determined to ultimately find a forever home in town; the farm brewery became a proof of concept to see if Duncannon would support a brewery and if the belief in Lindgren Craft Brewery would work.
Spending the first months brewing for brew fests and beer samplings; I love Mary-Jane, an IPA named after the Lindgren Family Matriarch, Mary-Jane, became the first official beer sold on Valentine’s Day 2019.
From there it was all about brewing and selling to pubs, distributors and local markets to build the Lindgren brand and grow Lindgren Craft Brewery into what it is today.
Lindgren Craft Brewery Today
From those passing thru, to those down the street, Lindgren Craft Brewery is a place for all to meet.
Today, Lindgren Craft Brewery distributes its beer to pubs and distributors throughout central Pennsylvania but calls the historic Duncannon National Bank in downtown Duncannon, Pennsylvania home.
As the only brewery physically on the Appalachian Trail, the brewery and restaurant has something for everyone. Offering 24 taps of flagship and rotating brews, a full food menu from the craft kitchen plus wine, cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks for an experience that everyone can enjoy.
The Bank
Originally built in 1924 as the first chartered bank in Perry County, renovations were completed to bring the building back to its original grandeur. The building features 20’ vaulted ceilings and grand windows but instead of bank tellers, visitors are greeted by 24 gold beer taps on the wall and a friendly face behind the bar.
Purchased with impeccable timing in January 2020, construction and renovations began in 2021 with brewing operations moving on site during the last week of 2022 and officially opening the brewpub and craft kitchen in May 2024.
The vault is utilized as a merchandise store as well as the Mug Club Keyholder hub, using the former lockboxes to offer Keyholders their monthly perks.
Meanwhile, the magic happens where the old drive through lanes were converted into the brewery itself. A 15 barrel (31 gallons per barrel) and a 3 barrel brewing system keep the taps filled with fun, experimental beers and trusty classics year around.
Our Beer
Lindgren Craft Brewery is about putting the beer first. Attention and detail go into every beer made by our brewers, who are passionate about local ingredients, brewing high quality classics or unique styles that can be enjoyed by everyone.
As a brewery owned and run by brewers, the brewers pride themselves in continuously learning to improve every beer brewed and ensure every batch is better than the last.
Our Food
While recognized for the beer, the Lindgren Craft Kitchen takes food very seriously. Preparing most items from scratch, it’s important for the chefs and cooks to approach food with the same passion as the brewers.
Both beer and food bring people together, and as a place for all to meet, the Craft Kitchen offers fresh bites, pub fair and elevated handhelds both locally and globally inspired.
The kitchen team continuously works to push the envelope with weekly specials and menu staples that offer bold, vibrant flavors that compliment every beer brewed.
The Lindgren Craft Brewery Team
Michael Slade Lindgren
Co-Founder, CEO & Director of Brewing Operations
While attending Penn State University for a degree in Electrical Engineering, Michael dropped out his junior year to become a brewer at Appalachian Brewing Company. Working his way up from brewery intern to Brewpubs Head Brewer, he brewed and coordinated brewing operations at the four satellite breweries with the flagship brewery in Harrisburg. Michael returned to Penn State to finish his degree in Agribusiness Management concentrating in math and statistics and completed the World Brewing Academy’s Advanced Brewing Theory Program from The Siebel Institute of Technology.
Clifford Lindgren
Co-Founder & President
Clifford has his degree in Electrical Engineering from Marquette University and is an experienced entrepreneur starting businesses such as Lindgren Farm, Lindgren Car Care, and was a founding member and board president of the Pennsylvania Independent Poultry Producers. A former Navy Pilot, Clifford commanded P3 Orions and instructed future pilots as a flight instructor. After departing from the Navy, he worked at AMP Inc as Electrical Engineer, Engineering Supervisor, Product Manager, and Plant Manager.
Jason Simmons
Director of Brewing Research and Development
Jason has been involved in the craft brewing industry since 2003, getting his startat Flying Fish Brewing Company working on the bottling line while cleaning andfilling kegs. His journey led him to work as the Brewer of Bell Brewery in the Wachovia Center. Next, Jason worked at Appalachian Brewing Company as an all-around brewer, cellarman, and bottle line operator. Most recently Jason was the Head Brewer and Soda "Fizz"icist of Studio Brew in Bristol Virginia. Jason is a published beer author with multiple articles in Brew Your Own Magazine, Zymurgy, The Brewers Magazine, and Breweries in PA.
Rusty Hess
Head Chef
Rusty started working in kitchens when he was 18 years old. He paid his duesdoing prep work and washing dishes. Between the fast-paced kitchens in Indianaand Pennsylvania, he has acquired the experience that has brought his expertiseto the Lindgren Craft Kitchen. Known for his inventive specials, daring wingsauces, and perfect smash burgers, Rustyadds an element of comforting experience through his food. He most enjoyspreparing tacos and dishes with a Mexican flare. And he continues to find inspiration from other cooks and restaurants, while also being in tune with the brewery’s customer’s requests and suggestions.