Reader memories of Schaefer, Newman and other old Albany beers

It’s been a while since anyone has tasted a can of Schaefer, Newman, Ballantine or Beverwyck beer made in the Capital Region. And Price Chopper no longer sells beer balls of Matt’s Premium.

All that’s left of Albany’s many extinct breweries are stories and photographs.

We asked readers about their memories of beer and beer memorabilia from Albany’s past, and they responded. There is still time to offer your thoughts here…

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