From The Northern Iowan: PANTHER PORTRAIT: Octopus College Hill’s New Pabst Mural

By ERIC PFOHL, The Northern Iowan

Photo by ERIC PFOHL

Last week, the Octopus College Hill gained a mural on their outdoor patio wall as a thanks from Pabst Blue Ribbon (PBR) Beer for selling PBR on tap in the Cedar Valley.

PBR created a design and sent an artist to complete the mural on location.

“When Octopus opened, you couldn’t get PBR on tap anywhere in the Cedar  Valley, which shocked us,” said Dave Diebler, owner of the Octopus.

The Octopus sells approximately 250 to 350 liters of PBR per week for the past three years.

“We’ve been consistent with it, it’s always there,” Diebler said. “Like a good friend.”

The bar holds many events throughout the week, such as Pint with a Professor and watch parties for the Presidential Debates. Live music and vinyl listenings are also held there.