Arizona’s SanTan Brewing Company Mourns the Loss of Its Founder

CHANDLER, Ariz. — Anthony Canecchia, the respected founder of SanTan Brewing Company, passed away as announced by the brewery on Monday morning.

The SanTan Brewing team expressed their profound grief, stating, “We are deeply saddened to receive news of the passing of our very own Anthony Canecchia, founder of SanTan Brewing Company, a pioneer in his field.” They requested understanding as they navigate through this challenging time.

Canecchia’s brewing journey began in Arizona in 1996, leading to numerous accolades for SanTan Brewing. The brewery has received awards at prestigious events such as the AmeriCAN Championships, Canfest Reno, and the US Open Beer Championship.

Details regarding the cause of Canecchia’s death have not been disclosed.