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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Assembly Brewing Suddenly Closes its Doors on May 11
A beloved craft brewery in Oregon suddenly closed it doors on May 11 after being open for just over six years. The state's first and only Black-owned brewery, Assembly Brewing, which opened in March 2019 with owner and brewer George Johnson, came to an end, according to The New School. Johnson, a Detroit native, brought the region's iconic pizza style with him, and eventually opened a kid-friendly pizza joint while the brewery remained open to those 21 and older. 'After six incredible years, it's hard to put into words the emotions that fill our hearts. This journey has been one of passion, creativity, and community and we are immensely grateful to everyone who has been a part of it!" Johnson said in a statement after the closing. "From our very first brew, we aimed to create a space where friends could come together, share stories, and enjoy exceptional craft beer, booze and Detroit style pizza. We've welcomed countless faces and formed lasting friendships. We hope to cross paths again down the road," he added. "We extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated staff, loyal customers, and the vibrant community that embraced us. Your support has meant the world to us, we couldn't have done it without you!" Johnson admitted the craft beer industry caused quite a few challenges along the way. "The craft beer industry is dynamic and ever evolving and we navigated through various hurdles, from heightened costs and market fluctuations to the impacts of global events. Each challenge taught us resilience and adaptability. Unfortunately, the hits kept coming and we no longer have a financial cushion to weather the storms ahead," he said while paying tribute to the patrons who populated the brewery in Portland. "Thank you for being a part of our journey. Cheers to new beginnings and the memories we've created together!'
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Portland's Assembly Brewing downsizes by closing flagship location
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Oregon's first Black-owned brewery will close its flagship space. Assembly Brewing, defined by its 'balanced' beers and Detroit-style pizzas, has announced its original location on 6112 SE Foster Rd. will close on Sunday, May 11. READ MORE: Oregon beer generated nearly $9B in economic output last year The pub originally opened in Southeast Portland's Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood in 2019. It expanded with a second, family-friendly space on 2934 NE Alberta St. in February of last year. But the small business faced several challenges 'along the way,' according to a statement from owner George Johnson. 'The craft beer industry is dynamic and ever-evolving and we navigated through various hurdles, from heightened costs and market fluctuations to the impacts of global events,' Johnson said. 'Each challenge taught us resilience and adaptability. Unfortunately, the hits kept coming and we no longer have a financial cushion to weather the storms ahead.' These are the top 10 brunch spots in the Portland area, according to Yelp Assembly's Alberta neighborhood 'Pizza Annex' will remain open. The brewer's closure announcement follows similar announcements from other local brands, like Culmination Brewing and Crux Fermentation Project. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
