A true original craft beer, baseball, and the Blue Moon Brewing Company have a history that makes any baseball fan a natural Blue Moon fan.

At Blue Moon Brewing Company, brewing is an art. And it’s been that way since head brewmaster and founder, Keith Villa, first created Blue Moon Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Ale back in 1995 in downtown Denver, Colorado. Blue Moon started brewing at the corner of 22nd & Blake at the beginning of the '95 baseball season. The only reason to call out baseball is because the brewery is located in a baseball stadium.

It all started with Keith’s idea to craft a beer inspired by the flavorful Belgian Wits that he enjoyed while studying brewing in Belgium. He brewed his interpretation using the highest quality ingredients like Valencia orange peel, versus the traditional tart Curaçao orange peel, for a subtle sweetness. Then he added oats and wheat to create a smooth, creamy finish that is inviting to the palate. As a final touch, he garnished the beer with an orange slice to heighten the citrus aroma and taste.

Originally called The SandLot Brewery, Blue Moon focused on brewing craft beer for the fans at games.

By the middle of the season, a roster of beers was ready to start pouring. It included Slugger Stout, Rightfield Red, and a fan favorite called Bellyslide Wit.