PROVIDENCE, RI (May 14, 2025) – Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Narragansett Beer is back to make waves all summer long in honor of the 50th anniversary of Jaws, the blockbuster that made us all think twice before skinny dipping and helped launch ‘Gansett into pop culture stardom.
Yes, it's all about that scene – Captain Quint (played by the legendary Robert Shaw), a boat, a beast, and a cold can of 'Gansett lager getting absolutely crushed on screen. It’s been five decades since that iconic moment hit the big screen on June 20th, 1975, and to celebrate, we’re going full shark mode: retro cans, throwback vibes, legendary collaborations, and enough nostalgia to sink the Orca.
'Gansett is bringing back the limited-edition 1975 throwback cans – the same design that starred in Jaws – because classics never go out of style. But fear not, the liquid inside is still the award-winning Lager fans know and love. The return comes at the perfect moment: 2025 marks 135 years since Narragansett was first brewed in 1890 and 20 years since its revival in 2005. Since then, ‘Gansett has snagged the #1 spot for domestic premium lagers on BeerAdvocate and cracked the Brewers Association’s Top 20 American Craft Breweries of 2024. Not bad for the old guard, huh?
“Narragansett’s cameo in Jaws isn’t just a cool trivia fact – it’s a badge of honor,” says Mark Hellendrung, CEO of Narragansett Beer and fellow fan of fins, films, and crisp, cold lager. “That can-crushing moment connected us with generations of movie lovers and beer drinkers. Fifty years later, we’re still proud to be part of the legacy of a film that changed cinema – and summer – forever. This celebration is our way of saying thanks. So, let’s crush some cans, swap some stories, and party like it’s 1975!”
Since first bringing the retro can back in 2012, ‘Gansett has stayed true to its cinematic roots –hosting screenings, popping up at community events, and keeping the spirit of summer and great beer alive and well. So, grab a retro can, cue that ominous music, and toast with 'Gansett to 50 years of sharks, cinema, and the best damn lager in New England.
WHAT’S ON TAP
Crush It Like Quint Summer Blockbuster Giveaway Lager drinkers who find a specially marked “Shark Can” in a Jaws Retro Pack will be entered to win the ultimate Martha’s Vineyard getaway – 3 nights at The Edgar Hotel, $500 cash, a private Jaws Tour, and more! All the details are at www.narragansettbeer.com/pages/quint50th.
Limited Edition Skate Deck & Shirt Collab On May 15th ‘Gansett & All I Need Skate are releasing a limited-edition skate deck and t-shirt inspired by Captain Quint himself, with artwork by Paul Francis Lambert Peter and James Glenn. Available at the brewery and online at www.narragansettbeer.com and www.allineedskate.com.
Screening & Events
- Rhode Island
- Jane Pickens Theater Jaws Summer Party Friday, 5/23 – Sunday, 5/26 | Newport, RI
- Ocean Mist Jaws Screening Monday, July 21 | South Kingstown, RI
- Mews Tavern Jaws Screening Wednesday, July 30 | South Kingstown, RI
- ‘Gansett Brewery Shark Week Monday, 7/14 – Sunday, 7/20 | Providence, RI
- Tuesday, July 15: Think you know Jaws? Prove it at themed trivia night – with a lookalike contest and fin-tastic prizes!
- Wednesday, July 16: Hit the pavement with the Gansett Run Club for a Jaws-inspired jog – chum-free, we promise.
- Thursday, July 17: Snag a sharky design at our Jaws-inspired flash tattoo pop-up with FINAO Ink.
- Friday, July 18: Toss some bags and slurp some shells at our beergarden cornhole tourney and oyster roast with Aquidneck Oyster Co.
- Saturday, July 19: Settle in for a day-long Jaws-A-Thon movie marathon – with a special screening at dusk
- Sunday, July 20: Ride the mechanical shark from 12–6 PM – hold on tight and channel your inner Brody!
- Martha’s Vineyard
- Oak Bluffs Harbor Festival Saturday, June 21 | Oak Bluffs, MV
- The Ritz Café Bar Crawl Saturday, June 21 | Oak Bluffs, MV
- Martha’s Vineyard Museum Jaws Experience Sunday, June 22 | Vineyard Haven, MV
Fans can follow along and join the celebration by visiting www.narragansettbeer.com and following @GansettBeer on social media.
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ABOUT NARRAGANSETT BEER:
Narragansett Beer…Brewed since 1890. ‘Gansett is a straightforward, quality beer that has been a New England tradition for generations, producing a classic family of award-winning American lagers & ales. Today, ‘Gansett is produced in Providence, R.I., and Rochester, N.Y. and is the 19th largest craft brewer in America and the fastest growing in the Northeast. Narragansett is available for purchase in local restaurants, bars, and liquor stores throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Oregon, Washington, Michigan, Colorado, Northern California, and Tennessee. Thirsty for more? Visit www.narragansettbeer.com or follow Narragansett on Facebook (/NarragansettBeer), Instagram (@GansettBeer), and Twitter (@GansettBeer).
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