Oxbow Brewing
An American farmhouse brewery in Portland and Newcastle, Maine.
Last updated September 1, 2026
Overview
Oxbow Brewing Company is an American farmhouse brewery with locations in Portland and Newcastle, Maine. It is described as a small farmhouse brewery located in rural Newcastle, Maine, nestled in an enchanted forest amongst rolling farmlands and winding tidal rivers. The brewery is in a converted barn and has been dedicated to the pursuit of crafting unique farmhouse ales of distinctly European influence. All Oxbow beers are brewed there using soft spring water from an artesian well. The company also operates a Blending & Bottling location in Portland and a Beer Garden in Oxford, Maine.
History
Oxbow is a small farmhouse brewery located in rural Newcastle, Maine. The brewery is nestled in an enchanted forest amongst rolling farmlands and winding tidal rivers. The name Oxbow is inspired by the bends in these rivers, the Dyer in particular, which features stunning horseshoe-shaped oxbows. The brewery is in a converted barn and has been dedicated to the pursuit of crafting unique farmhouse ales of distinctly European influence. All Oxbow beers are brewed here and utilize the soft spring water that is drawn from an artesian well that sits adjacent to the brewery. The company also has a Blending & Bottling location in Portland, Maine, and a Beer Garden in Oxford, Maine.
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