Aug 18, 2012

A 1951 advertizement for Rainier beer. <Author's collection> <Brewing in Seattle outtake photo>
Hugh Glassburn prepares for flight in this 1975 photo.The Rainier Brewing Co. sponsored Glassburn's appearances at various aviation events. (Seattle Washington Archive) <Brewing in Seattle outtake photo>
a 1974 Rainier Beer promotional photo taken at the Mendenhall Glacier near Juneau, Alaska. (Alaska's Digital Archives) <Brewing in Seattle outtake photo>

Barbarian Conquers Sasquatch


Behold! An amazing 1976 promotional Rainier beer poster titled, “Barbarian Conquers Sasquatch.” Underneath the title is the caption "Proving once again that Mountain Fresh hath charms to sooth the savage thirst."

Artwork by Bill Stout. Bill has had a distinguished career in the comic book and fantasy art field, his most recognized work being the poster art for Monty Python's "Life of Brian" movie. This poster was part of Heckler Associates Rainier campaign in the 70’s and 80’s.

<Author’s Collection> <Brewing in Seattle outtake photo>