Our Brewery
Rising Tide Brewing Company is a family-owned craft brewery located in Portland, Maine. We specialize in artisanal, hand-crafted ales brewed in small batches in our one-barrel brewhouse. Our beers are available in 22 oz. bottles and occasionally on draft at select locations in southern Maine.
Head Brewer and Owner
Rising Tide's beers are brewed by Nathan Sanborn, a Portland native. Prior to founding Rising Tide in 2010, Nathan spent more than a dozen years teaching himself about brewing, experimenting with creative recipes on his home-brewing system, and serving up his beers for feedback from friends and family. Nathan is fascinated by the science and the art of beer-making. He strives to create beers that are informed by traditional styles but with a creative, modern sensibility.
When he's not brewing and selling beer, Nathan likes to ski, sail, cycle, and cook for friends and family.
Jack of All Trades and Owner
While Heather never expected to be part-owner of a brewery, she has jumped on board with a level of excitement that has buoyed Rising Tide from its very inception. From marketing and social media to supply chains and legal advising, Heather has a finger in nearly every aspect of the brewery. While Heather maintains a day job, she continues to spend time on brewery projects nights, weekends, and in her spare moments.
When she's not putting out fires for the brewery, Heather likes to compete in triathlons, ski, watch NFL football, and hang out with her son.