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Ninkasi Brewing

Ninkasi Brewing is an American craft brewery founded in Eugene, Oregon in 2005, known for its Total Domination IPA and community-focused brewing.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

Ninkasi Brewing is a craft brewery based in Eugene, Oregon, founded in 2005 by Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge. The brewery is named after Ninkasi, the ancient Sumerian goddess of fermentation. It produced its first batch of beer, Total Domination IPA, in June 2006 after a 17-hour brew day. The company has grown into a regional craft beer brand with a portfolio that includes year-round beers, seasonal releases, and variety packs. Its flagship Total Domination IPA remains a core product. Ninkasi also operates a taproom and private events space in Eugene, and emphasizes community engagement and creative experiences. The brewery distributes primarily in the United States and participates in local events such as Eugene Beer Week. As of the latest available information, Ninkasi Brewing remains an independent private company.

History

Ninkasi Brewing was founded in 2005 in Eugene, Oregon, by Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge. The idea took shape when the two friends, both with ties to Eugene, discussed opening a brewery over pints. Jamie Floyd had a decade of brewing experience at Steelhead Brewery, while Nikos Ridge had a background in finance, having worked in Manhattan before returning to Eugene in 2004. They named the brewery after Ninkasi, the ancient Sumerian goddess of fermentation. After raising funds from friends and family, they produced their first batch of beer, Total Domination IPA, in June 2006. The 17-hour brew day marked the beginning of the brewery's commercial operations. Over the years, Ninkasi expanded its product line to include a range of IPAs, seasonal beers, and variety packs. The brewery also opened a taproom and private events space in Eugene, becoming a local gathering place. Ninkasi has emphasized community involvement and creative experiences, participating in events like Eugene Beer Week. As of the latest information, the brewery remains privately held and continues to operate in Eugene.

  • 2006

    First batch of Total Domination IPA brewed in June after a 17-hour brew day.

  • 2005

    Ninkasi Brewing founded in Eugene, Oregon by Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge.

Products and positioning

Craft brewery focused on high-quality beer, community, creativity, and experiences.

  • Total Domination IPA

    Flagship India Pale Ale, first brewed in 2006.

  • Ninkasi Gold

    A beer offered by the brewery.

  • Adventure IPA Variety 12-Pack

    A variety pack of IPAs.

  • Imperial IPA Variety 12-Pack

    A variety pack of Imperial IPAs.

Controversies

  • 2021

    Ninkasi sues Nude Beverages over contracts

    Ninkasi Brewing Company sued Nude Beverages, alleging that Nude breached manufacturing-services and warehousing contracts and had failed to pay more than $1 million in invoices. These are allegations described in the complaint.

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Recent events

  • Ninkasi sues Nude Beverages over contracts[3]

    Reported:

    Ninkasi Brewing Company sued Nude Beverages, alleging that Nude breached manufacturing-services and warehousing contracts and had failed to pay more than $1 million in invoices. These are allegations described in the complaint.

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