Biography

Established: 2016

Owners: Adam Shay, David Westby, Jason Nelson

Brewers: Adam Shay and David Westby

Location: 1723 W Valley Hwy E., Sumner, WA 98390

Half Lion Public House Location: 2019 W Meeker Street, Kent, WA 98032

Specialty: Northwest inspired ales.

Five Notable Beers: Logshow Blonde, Lloyd Pale Ale, Target Tree IPA, Albert’s Amber, Lahar Stout

Fun Facts:
>>> Outdoor seating for the warm months with a view of Mt. rainier from the front door.
>>> Handsome, woodsy Indoor seating — right in the middle of the brewhouse, and kid-friendly.

>> The brewery’s name came about after a full day of skiing and a discussion about Great Danes and the reasons why they are so big… perhaps some beer was involved on that day too!

>>> Sumner tasting room is built from shipping containers, recycled lumber, and saw blades.

>>> In 2019 Half Lion opened their Public House, a full bar and restaurant at Riverbend Golf Complex.

Half Lion Brewing brews on a 10 bbl system with Woodinville Whiskey barrels for aging.