Albuquerque-based Bosque Brewing Co. collaborated with the city’s Duran Pharmacy to brew a special beer to pay tribute to the Route 66 landmark’s 80th anniversary.
It’s called Duran Ochenta Golden Ale, which is described as “a lightly dry-hopped golden ale to celebrate 80 years of being an iconic family-owned business on Route 66!”
Here’s the announcement from Bosque’s Instagram account:
Duran Pharmacy was founded in 1942 by Pete Duran. A resident of the city’s Old Town neighborhood, he specifically wanted her pharmacy to be on or near Central Avenue.
Here’s more history from Duran’s website:
In 1965, Mr. Duran retired and sold the store to his staff pharmacist, Robert Ghattas, a graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Pharmacy. The business began to outgrow its location and in 1975 the pharmacy moved to its current location at 1815 Central Avenue NW, where it has since been located.
In 2010, Robert decided it was time to step back from the business and retired. Mona, his daughter, has continued the family business credo, sharing her passion in the care of their patients. The pharmacy has grown considerably over the years, reflecting changes in the health and medical fields. In addition, the business now includes a large selection of toiletries, gift items, and medical supplies. The original soda fountain has evolved into a full-blown restaurant, serving fantastic New Mexican food and is famous worldwide for its red and green chile.
If you want to try or buy the Duran beer, Bosque has a taproom at 106 Girard Blvd. (map here), a stone’s throw from Central Avenue. Duran Pharmacy almost certainly will sell six-packs, as well.
—