Beer is Better Together.
Common Space is an award-winning craft brewery, taproom, and event space in Hawthorne, CA committed to creating the innovative and inclusive brews that help us all find a Common Space.
Great Beer Gives Back
…and we stand by this. Since the day we first dreamed about starting Common Space Brewery, we wanted our core focus to be crafting an environment for people to thrive in and improving the lives of others and our community. That effort to help those around us was officially launched with our Great Beer Gives Back special release program in 2020.
Keep scrolling to learn more about our #greatbeergivesback releases!
OGG IPA
OGG IPA Round 2 is back! Translantic collab between Common Space Brewery in Hawthorne California and Sureshot in Manchester, UK. We partnered with artist and craft beer lover Steven Ogg, known for his roles in The Walking Dead, Westworld, Snowpiercer and the upcoming series The Boiling POint, to brew this delicious limited release IPA to raise funds and spread awareness for the care, support and research efforts in the fight against Alzheimer's and all other dementia. Proceeds from this beer order will be donated to The Longest Day and Alzheimer's Association.
COSMIC KIKI IPA
In June 2022, we proudly introduced Cosmic Kiki, a Hazy IPA, as a special release during Pride Month. With every sip you not only enjoyed a fantastic beer but also contributed to a meaningful cause. Thanks to your incredible support, we were able to raise an impressive $1,500, all of which went directly to supporting PFLAG South Bay.
At the heart of PFLAG South Bay is the unwavering commitment to affirming the experiences of our local transgender youth and showering them with love and support just as they deserve. The chapter tirelessly advocates for the rights of LGBTQIA youth, fights for equitable education, and provides essential familial support. We proudly stand alongside PFLAG South Bay as allies for all those whose voices may be marginalized.
KOKUA IPA
Common Space Brewery joined The KŌKUA PROJECT, led by Maui Brewing Co. by brewing KOKUA - One beer, brewed by so many, to support those affected by the Maui wildfires. Proceeds from this beer will be donated directly the Maui Brewing Co. Fire Fund.
We have found that a good beer has the incredible ability to bring people together, and we are hoping our Kōkua beer, brewed especially with this cause in mind, will bring our community together to support our wider community on Maui.
OGG IPA
During the summer of 2022, we had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with the talented artist and craft beer enthusiast, Steven Ogg. You might recognize Steven from his notable roles in popular TV shows like The Walking Dead, Westworld, Snowpiercer, and his upcoming film, Emancipation. Together, we embarked on a special journey to create a mouthwatering limited-edition IPA that would not only delight your taste buds but also make a meaningful impact.
Our shared mission was to raise funds and raise awareness for the vital care, support, and research initiatives in the ongoing fight against Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. With every purchase of this exceptional brew, we pledged to donate the proceeds to The Longest Day and Alzheimer's Association. Through your incredible support, we were able to raise an impressive $4,500, bringing us closer to our ambitious goal of $5,000.
HIKE MORE HAZY IPA
In the summer of 2023, we joined forces with Keep Nature Wild and On Trail With to ignite the power of preserving the beauty of our beloved Golden State while making a positive impact in the process.
To kick off this initiative, we put together a spirited outdoor cleanup at the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve. But that was just the beginning! We continued the festivities with a Hike More Hazy IPA launch party at the brewery, featuring exclusive, limited-edition merchandise designed by the amazing team at Keep Nature Wild.
What's even more exciting? Every piece of this special merchandise purchased will translate into a pound of trash being whisked away from our cherished natural havens by the Keep Nature Wild team!
Let's raise our glasses and leave a lasting, positive mark on the wild beauty that surrounds us!
IPA FOR PEACE
We may be a small brewery half a world away, but we want to help. We donated 100% of profits from IPA for Peace to these four charities:
Care.org
World Central Kitchen
Doctors without Borders
Voices of Children
AXE ALS
This beer helped raise awareness and fight against ALS.
Our CEO's close friend has a remarkable brother named Eric Stevens. Eric, a local ex-football player, and firefighter, was diagnosed with ALS—an incredibly challenging condition with no known cure. In our determination to make a difference, we're leveraging our platform to raise awareness and support those affected by this devastating disease.
To contribute to the cause, we've pledged to donate proceeds from every Axe ALS beer sold. These donations went directly to @teamstevensnation, a non-profit organization that is tirelessly fighting alongside Eric, providing hope and assistance in his battle against ALS.
FRIENDLY FACES
Proceeds of this beer were donated right back to our bartenders.
Imagine the magic that happens when our creative minds come together! In a virtual gathering, we sat down with our incredible bartenders to brainstorm and give birth to something truly special: Friendly Faces.
Our bartenders played a pivotal role in every aspect of this beer's creation. They handpicked the beer style, carefully chose its name, and even had a talented bartender among us, Ryan Clark, design and bring the can to life with their artistic skills. But the creativity didn't stop there—another talented bartender, Gabe Callahan, crafted a captivating story that now graces the can's surface. Together, with our enthusiastic production team, we collaborated and agreed upon an IPA style that captured the essence of what they envisioned.
TAKE ACTION IPA
In May 2020, we found ourselves deeply moved and inspired by the powerful BLM movement, and we knew we had to Take Action and make a meaningful difference in our community. It was during this time that we brewed a special beer with a purpose—to support organizations dedicated to combating systemic racism and fostering social and racial justice.
The initial release of this beer took place in July 2020, and the response was incredible. The overwhelming support and demand prompted us to release a second round in September 2020, and a third in September 2021, allowing more people to join us in championing this important cause.
25=100 DIPA
With our home base in Hawthorne, CA we are in the center of the Greater Los Angeles area and we are aware of the struggles in our community. This 25=100 DIPA was brewed in support of our local food bank, which can turn a $25 donation into 100 meals for those in need. Our goal was to raise $1,250 in donations prior to releasing 25=100 with us matching donations, thus helping provide 10,000 meals.
PEOPLE POWER BEER
This hoppy pilsner-style lager was released in October 2020 as part of the campaign started by People Power Beer to support The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side. Proceeds of this beer were donated to the ACLU.
BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL
We're excited to share that we crafted and canned a special brew called Black Is Beautiful—a delightful 7.0% ABV stout. But it's more than just a delicious beer; it's a meaningful way for us to contribute to a cause we deeply care about.
With every purchase of Black Is Beautiful, we donated the proceeds to Campaign Zero, an exceptional non-profit organization. Campaign Zero firmly believes in a world where we can put an end to unnecessary loss of lives by working towards reducing police interventions, fostering better community interactions, and establishing vital accountability measures.
Meet the Team
Jackson
Brewer
Hometown: San Pedro, CA
First job out of college: Digital Marketer
Death bed dinner: Turkey Club with Avocado
Favorite childhood toy: Hot Wheels
Next up on the bucket list: Wakeboarding
Pick 2 bands: Sublime & Jimmy Hendrix
Pick 2 beers: Modern Times Black House & Pizza Port Chronic Amber Ale
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Peyton Manning
Brent
Founder & CEO
Hometown: Palos Verdes, CA
First job out of college: Ditch Digger (Seriously)
Death bed dinner: Scopa
Favorite childhood toy: Kid Woodworking kit
Next up on the bucket list: Pearl Jam in Portland!
Pick 2 bands: Pearl Jam & Neil Young
Pick 2 beers: Three Weavers Expatriate and Common Space Fresh Pils of LA
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: The whole Common Space Team!
Andy
Head Brewer
Hometown: Pasadena, CA
First job out of college: Keg Washer/Filler
Death bed dinner: Carnitas, corn (duh) tortillas, and a margarita
Favorite childhood toy: LEGOs
Next up on the bucket list: Diaper Wizard
Pick 2 bands: Led Zeppelin and Vulfpeckk
Pick 2 beers: Riip Wannabe Wallaby, Augustiner Helles
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: @dpriceyo + @therealdavelink
Rachel
Sales
Hometown: Manhattan Beach, CA
First job out of college: Bartender, Bop Brewer
Death bed dinner: Thai Food
Favorite childhood toy: An eggbeater
Next up on the bucket list: Brazil
Pick 2 bands: Against Me! & Big Theif
Pick 2 beers: Bony Fingers (Moonlight Brewing) and Common Space Fresh Pils of LA
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Andre the Giant
Diamante
Taproom Server
Hometown: Hawthorne, CA
First job out of college: Target
Death bed dinner: Oxtails and Mac and Cheese
Favorite childhood toy: Vortex Football
Next up on the bucket list: Drive a Ford GT
Pick 2 bands: The Strokes, Overmono
Pick 2 beers: Sapporo Black, Modelo Negra
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Denzel Washington
Dan
Accounting
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
First job out of college: Sound Designer
Death bed dinner: Tacos
Favorite childhood toy: Nintendo Power Pad
Next up on the bucket list: The Four Seasons from White Lotus Season 2
Pick 2 bands: Pulp & LCD Soundsystem
Pick 2 beers: Common Space Fresh Pils of LA & Sonrisa
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My son in 20 years!
Chris
Delivery Driver
Hometown: Redondo Beach, CA
First job out of college: Event Staff and Attorney Assistant
Death bed dinner: Roast Dinner with crunchie bar dessert
Favorite childhood toy: Hot Wheels, clay, beanie babies
Next up on the bucket list: More travel! Perhaps Europe trip or Icleand or Blue Lagoon
Pick 2 bands: Dream Theater & Metallica
Pick 2 beers: Fresh Pils of LA & Samuel Smith Taddy Porter
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Christopher Lee, Archimedes or DaVinchi
Luis
Delivery Driver
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
First job out of college: TOGOs
Death bed dinner: Big ass steak
Favorite childhood toy: Transformer
Next up on the bucket list: Take my lady to Europe
Pick 2 bands: Jane's Addiction and Joy Division
Pick 2 beers: Common Space Yay! Sayer IPA and Common Space Space Trees
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Tupac
Cesar G
Taproom Server
Hometown:
Carson, CA
First job out of college:
Sheet Metal Shop
Death bed dinner:
Prime Rib
Favorite childhood toy:
Ninja Turtle Action Figure
Next up on the bucket list:
Italy
Pick 2 bands:
Radio Head & J-Dilla
Pick 2 beers:
Udder Love Beachwood Brewing Co & Blind Pig Russian River
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Jerry Rice
Genesis
Taproom Server
Hometown: Santa Barbara, CA
First job out of college: Hostess at Mexican Restaurant
Death bed dinner: Al pastor tacos
Favorite childhood toy: Not necessarily a toy but, a giant bin of dress up clothesr
Next up on the bucket list: Travel to Guatemala
Pick 2 bands: Rebelution & Hermanos Gutiérrez
Pick 2 beers: Leashless coconut hazy IPA & Firestone Luponic Distortion IPA
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My older brother Stevie
Kushal
Director of Operations
Hometown: Grew up in Claremont, CA & Brewed up in San Francisco
First job out of college: Professional boxer (at a UPS store), also once worked a funnel cake stand
Death bed dinner: Good food, good drink, & good company
Favorite childhood toy: Sharpened sticks
Next up on the bucket list: Japan
Pick 2 bands: Aesop Rock, Blackalicous
Pick 2 beers: Highland Park Timbo Pils and Homage Pretty Things
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My Dad
Gabe
Virtual Event Host & Taproom Server
Hometown: Rocklin, CA
First job out of college: Television Network Production Assistant
Death bed dinner: A Bowl of Ramen
Favorite childhood toy: Optimus Prime
Next up on the bucket list: Visit the last two states on my list. Alaska and North Dakota
Pick 2 bands: David Bowie and Bright Eytes
Pick 2 beers: Common Space Fresh Pils of LA and Russian River's Blind Pig
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Dolly Parton
Joe
Taproom Server
Hometown: Fresno, CA
First job out of school: Hometown Buffet
Death bed dinner: Enchiladas
Favorite childhood toy: Razor Scooter
Next up on the bucket list: Thailand
Pick 2 bands: Toro Y Moi and Natalia Lafourcade
Pick 2 beers: Lost Coast Great White and Common Space Con Amor
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Stromae
Devin
Taproom Server
Hometown: Torrance, CA
First job out of college: In-N-Out
Death bed dinner: Portobello mushroom steak, scallop potatoes w/ cheese, side of spinach… mango panna cotta for dessert.
Favorite childhood toy: Skip-it
Next up on the bucket list: Jet skiing to catalina
Pick 2 bands: Slightly stoopid/ Incubus
Pick 2 beers: Hard to pick, really like most IPA’s and Petrus aged red
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Rhianna
Taproom Server
Hometown: Torrance, CA
First job out of college: In-N-Out
Death bed dinner: Portobello mushroom steak, scallop potatoes w/ cheese, side of spinach… mango panna cotta for dessert.
Favorite childhood toy: Skip-it
Next up on the bucket list: Jet skiing to catalina
Pick 2 bands: Slightly stoopid/ Incubus
Pick 2 beers: Hard to pick, really like most IPA’s and Petrus aged red
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Rhianna
Derek
Sales
Hometown: Bakersfield, CA
First job out of school: Quiznos
Death bed dinner: Santa Maria Style Tri-Tip with Chimichurri, Grilled Asparagus, and Loaded Baked Potato
Favorite childhood toy: Ninja Turle Van
Next up on the bucket list: Visit Tokyo, Japan
Pick 2 bands: Black Sabbath and Kid Cudi
Pick 2 beers: Kern River Citra and Coors Banquet
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Miguel Angel Ramos
Josh
Director of Sales
Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN
First job out of college: Bartender
Death bed dinner: I plan on living forever but house of Prime Rib in SF
Favorite childhood toy: Nintendo
Next up on the bucket list: Visit Bolivia
Pick 2 bands: Beck and Interpol
Pick 2 beers: Deschutes Wowza and Guinness
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My Grandfather or Nick Kyrgios
Lety
Taproom Server
Hometown:
Mexico City
First job out of school:
Cleaners
Death bed dinner:
Mom's Cooking
Favorite childhood toy:
Cabbage Patch Kid
Next up on the bucket list:
Greece
Pick 2 bands:
Red Hot Chili Peppers and Mana
Pick 2 beers:
Common Space Con Amor and El Segundo Broken Skull
Pick anyone to drink a beer with:
Jim Morrison
Esai
Brewer
Hometown:
Los Angeles, CA
First job out of school:
Produce Clerk
Death bed dinner:
Smash Burgers, Pizza and Beer
Favorite childhood toy:
PlayStation 1
Next up on the bucket list:
Visiting Scotland
Pick 2 bands:
A Tribe Called Quest and Incubus
Pick 2 beers:
El Segundo Mayberry IPA and Fuller's London Pride
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My Dad
Eddie
Delivery Driver
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
First job out of college: Office Aide
Death bed dinner: Raising Canes
Favorite childhood toy: Scooter
Next up on the bucket list: Nicaragua
Pick 2 bands: Eskorbuto and Cannibal Corpse
Pick 2 beers: Alchemist Heady Topper and Fremont Lush
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: John Cena (if visible)
Dodger
Brewery Dog
Hometown: Pixley, CA
Death bed dinner: Carrots & Peanut Butter
Favorite puppyhood toy: Little Reny (stuffed fox)
Next up on the bucket list: Learn to swim with Mom & Dad
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Baymax
Gabe
Distribution Manager
Hometown: Santa Barbara, CA
First job out of college: USE Foreign Exchange Program
Death bed dinner: Sushi
Favorite childhood toy: Big Bear Stuffed Animal
Next up on the bucket list: Hong Kong
Pick 2 bands: Black Keys and Hector Lavoe
Pick 2 beers: Weihenstephaner Vitus and Topa Topa Chief Peak
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: John Daly
Ryan
Founder
Hometown:
Stockton, CA
First job out of college:
Carpenter
Death bed dinner:
Tacos from El Tarasco on Imperial
Favorite childhood toy:
Ultimate Warrior wrestling buddy
Next up on the bucket list:
Watch 162 A's games in a season
Pick 2 bands:
Grateful Dead & Grateful Dead
Pick 2 beers:
Sudwek Hoppy Pilsner, Three Weavers Seafarer Kolsch, & Deschutes Mirror Pond Pale Ale
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Herb Kelleher
Andres
Brewer
Hometown: Azusa, CA
First job out of college: Elementary Tutor
Death bed dinner: Shrimp Boil
Favorite childhood toy: Legos
Next up on the bucket list: Visit Canada
Pick 2 bands: Calfanes, Maldita Vecindad
Pick 2 beers: Houblon Chouffe Belgian IPA Tripel and Warsteiner Pilsener
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My Queen
Michael
Brewer
Hometown: Carrollton, TX
First job out of college: Musician
Death bed dinner: Brisket from Hutchins, chocolate
Favorite childhood toy: Imperial AT-AT walker
Next up on the bucket list: Alcatraz
Pick 2 bands: Jason Isbell, Hum
Pick 2 beers: Weihenstephaner Festbier, ABGB Rocket 100/b>
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: My Dad
Kat
Taproom Server
Hometown: Hawthorne, CA
First job out of school: Northrop Grumman
Death bed dinner: Dave's Hot Chicken
Favorite childhood toy: Nintendo 64
Next up on the bucket list: Visit Sanrio Puroland in Japan!
Pick 2 bands: Deftones and TOOL
Pick 2 beers: Ballast Point Sour Wench and 21st Amendment Blood Orange IPA
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Drew Doughty
Cesar A
Taproom Manager
Hometown: Walnut, CA
First job out of college: Brewery grunt
Death bed dinner: Nashville Hot Chicken & Beer
Favorite childhood toy: Nintendo!
Next up on the bucket list: Visit Asia
Pick 2 bands: Steely Dan & Circa Survive
Pick 2 beers: TAPS Cream Ale & Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Future self
Dario
Taproom Server
Hometown: Orange, CA
First job out of school: Vons
Death bed dinner: My moms tamales
Favorite childhood toy: Hot Wheels
Next up on the bucket list: To Go Hunting
Pick 2 bands: BB King and Atmosphere
Pick 2 beers: Pub Bitter on cask and Bagby’s Tmave’ 13 Dark Czech Lager
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Steven Rinella
Arturo
Delivery Driver
Hometown: Inglewood, CA
First job out of school: Subway
Death bed dinner: Anything cooked by my momma
Favorite childhood toy: Nintendo GameCube
Next up on the bucket list:Japan
Pick 2 bands: Ghost and Avenged Sevenfold
Pick 2 beers:Guinness and Red Trolley Ale
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Anthony Bourdain
Alexa
Taproom Server
Hometown: Temecula, CA
First job out of college: Common Space
Death bed dinner: Sushi
Favorite childhood toy: Plastic animals
Next up on the bucket list: Visit my exchange student from Highschool in Italy
Pick 2 bands: King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard and The Pixies
Pick 2 beers: Belching Beaver Peanut Butter Stout, Cali Creamin
Pick anyone to drink a beer with: Margaret Mead
