Mendocino Brewing Company was established when the Hopland Brewery opened on August 14, 1983, a significant moment since Hopland was the first brewpub opened in California since Prohibition. On that day, Mendocino brewmasters served up Red Tail Ale, which has since become their flagship beer.

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