Today was the 20th anniversary of Marin Brewing in Larkspur, California. I met a few friends there for lunch and to try the two special beers Arne had made for the occasion. One was his Tripel Dipsea Belgian Ale — always a fave — and the other was a new 20th Anniversary Old Ale, which Arne described as a “young old ale.” Founder Brendan Moylan regaled us with hilarious tales from the last two decades. Good beer, food and company, that’s how to celebrate an anniversary.

Just inside the entrance to Marin Brewing above the hostess stand is this surfboard.

Founder Brendan Moylan with his parents and his sister outside Marin Brewing.

Judy Ashworth and Ed Chainey.

Brewmaster Arne Johnson and Brendan.

The Barrel-O-Meter above the brewhouse, showing how many batches of beer have been brewed there in the past twenty years.

Brendan and Arne in front of the medal case.