Anthology Cask House Revives Ohio City's Cask Ale Heritage

Anthology Cask House brings cask ale tradition, rare European brews, and English pub vibes to the former Bookhouse space on West 25th.

If you’ve been thirsty for something truly different on West 25th, buckle up: Anthology Cask House is opening in Ohio City and bringing a cask ale experience rarely seen in Cleveland. The folks behind Noble Beast Brewing are reviving old-school European beer culture—complete with vintage beer engines and some serious stylized pours—in the heart of our brewery district.

Why Cask Ale is a Big Deal (Again)

Anthology Cask House isn’t just pouring more beer—it’s reviving a piece of pub history. Here, cask ales are brewed onsite, naturally carbonated, and served at cellar-cool temps via traditional hand-pulled engines. Each glass gets the full ceremonial treatment:

Hand pumps draw beer directly from firkins in a dedicated 55-degree cooler
Served through a "swan-neck" spout and finished with a dense creamy head
Signature pour includes an English golden ale, classic bitter, dry stout, and funky Belgian lambic

Owner Shaun Yasaki says it’s about restoring the magic of trying exotic styles—perfect for those who remember when every Cleveland brewery had a beer engine (and miss it).

The Global Taplist: What to Drink

Beyond the four cask engines, Anthology packs the draft board with Euro classics you never see in one place. On opening week, expect:

Helles, pilsners, bitters, ambers, dark ales, Kolsch, saisons, ciders, radlers
16 taps predominantly devoted to English, Belgian, German, and Czech imports
A handful of U.S. beers for variety (but the spotlight stays European)
A well-stocked cooler loaded with high-end bottles and cans—browse the shelves like it’s a record shop for hops

Each pour comes in style-appropriate glassware. Want your Belgian lambic decanted from a wicker basket with zero sediment? They’ve got you covered.

Food: The Pub Menu You’ve Craved

Chef James Redford teamed up with Little Cloud’s chef David Rutherford for a menu full of pub comfort, made for long sessions. Don’t skip:

Meat and cheese boards
Proper English onion soup
Braised beef sandwiches
Old-school beef pasties

Pro tip: Weekend food service starts at 11 a.m.—so you can sip and snack before noon like a true Londoner.

The New English Pub Vibe in an Old Cleveland Landmark

Anthology pays homage to the 170+ years of brewing history at 1526 W. 25th, keeping the ghost of Baehr Brewing alive. The former Bookhouse space is gently reworked:

Bookish touches swapped for cozy English pub stylings
Art-framed TVs blend into the wood walls until it’s match-day
Expanded, light-filled patio with fresh-outdoor energy
Enhanced beverage lineup with more wines, spirits, cocktails, and robust non-alcoholic options

The staff guides you through the finer points—so order something wild and trust them to explain the story behind the glass.

How to Get Your Pour (And Your Pub On)

You’ll find Anthology’s welcoming doors at:

1526 W. 25th St., Ohio City
216-237-0986
Opening Friday, August 14

No reservations required—show up, snag a seat, and get ready to nerd out on Euro pours.

Final Toast

With Anthology Cask House, Ohio City gets a proper English pub worthy of its brewing heritage. Grab your mates, order a round, and raise a glass to cask ale’s Cleveland revival.