Who we are

Did you know?

First Magnitude is more than just great beer…

We believe in doing our best to help our local community and environment; here are some of the things we’ve got going on!

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FIRST MAGNITUDE SPRINGS

are the most powerful; their waters form cool, clear pools that feed our rivers and lakes.

GAZING AT THE STARS?

The brightest star you can see is a FIRST MAGNITUDE star. Maggie, our mermaid logo, and our beer names reflect our love of the springs and a bright starry night.

LEADING THE WAY

as the Southeast’s first carbon-neutral brewery through our partnership with We Are Neutral

Number one with 'ST' inside, on a blue circular background

$60,170

RAISING

over $100,000 to date through our annual 7.2K Springs Run to support the Florida Springs Institute’s work to teach people about Florida Springs.

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Can featuring WAKULLA HEFE WEIZEN craft beer from First Magnitude Brewing Company in Gainesville, Florida.

DONATING

1% of our profits from Wakulla Hefeweizen cans to springs protection initiatives

Two people are working in a shallow stream in a wooded area, using tools like a long-handled device and a coil, with one person wearing yellow gloves and red boots.

REMOVING

35,871 lbs of trash from local creeks during our annual Clean Creek Revival supporting Current Problems

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REMOVING

35,871 lbs of trash from local creeks during our annual Clean Creek Revival supporting Current Problems

Bar chart illustrating sustainability strategies: Repurposing, Minimizing Water Use, and Minimizing Energy Use.

PROVIDING

community groups no-cost space to host events & fundraisers

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Celebrating

artists through monthly are walks and exhibits

A painting palette with various colors of paint, two glasses labeled 'Art Walk' and '@ FM' with paintbrushes inside, on a wooden table.

hosting

weekly yoga with all donations going to local organizations

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