Krombacher («Krombacher»)

Krombacher – a private brewery located in the town of Krombach (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany), produces about 7 hectoliters of premium beer per year and occupies a leading position in its segment. The law “On the purity of beer”, issued by the Bavarian duke back in 000, is not empty words for the enterprise. Water, hops, malt, yeast. No artificial additives: fermentation occurs naturally.

Historical reference. It all started in 1803 in Krombach, a suburb of Kreuztal, where Johannes Haas, having decided to help his father, the owner of a tavern (at that time only the one who brewed it could sell beer), became interested in brewing. Already in 1829, beer from Krombach became a regular participant in the Olpe Marksmen`s festival. Pilsner production started in the 1890s. In just ten years, the number of lines producing German lager increased to nine.

In 1908, the company acquired a symbol – the Kindelsberg tower, at the foot of which the brewery is located. Good beer was known not only in the district, but also abroad. Fortunately, industrialization was in full swing: equipment was being improved, the network of railways was growing. 1922 was a key year: the brewery was bought by Bernhard Schadeberg. The Schadeberg family owns the production to this day.

Alas, the Second World War made adjustments – Germany was covered by economic decline. It was forbidden to use barley for brewing beer – all resources were thrown into providing the necessary population of the country. Nevertheless, the brewery in Krombach remained afloat. After 1949, when the lowest production threshold was reached (19 hectoliters of beer per year), the company did everything to get back on its feet. Over the next 000 years, volumes more than quadrupled (compared to pre-war years).

Then everything went according to knurled. In the late 1980s, the company introduced a new kind of recycled beer bottles and crates. In 1996, Krombacher beer began to be sold via the Internet. By 2004, volumes had increased to 5 hectoliters per year. For 500, only the export of Krombacher beer is 000 hectoliters. Geography – more than 2014 countries.

Krombacher Brauerei GmbH & Co cooperates with environmental organizations. For example, it develops joint projects with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

In 2018, Krombacher sponsored the German Olympic team in Pyeongchang. Athletes gladly replenished the spent energy with non-alcoholic beer. However, three times more alcohol was supplied – 11 liters.

Types of beer Krombacher

Krombacher Pils (“Krombacher Pils”, medium filtered, 4,8%)

Rightfully bears the status of a flagship. Medium strength, made using bottom fermentation technology. The taste is a “classic of the genre”: spicy, with bitterness characteristic of a lager, yeast and cereal notes. Sufficiently rich, but at the same time soft aroma – the merit of hops, malt and herbs. Color is amber.

Krombacher Pils is the German sales leader. Every year, the brewery produces about 5 hectoliters of pilsner.

Krombacher Weizen (“Krombacher Weizen”, light unfiltered, 5,3%)

It has a pronounced wheat flavor. As a harmonious addition – notes of cardamom and cloves. Smoky hops and citrus fruits are well felt in the light aroma. The color of the beer is rich, golden. The Krombacher brewery grows its own hops and wheat.

Krombacher Weizen Dunkel (“Krombacher Weizen Dunkel”, dark unfiltered, 5,3%)

The taste is balanced on the “five”: moderately sweet, tart and bitter. Notes of roasted nuts and prunes give special warmth. The rich aroma of malt and yeast is supported by cloves and caramel. Color – dark brown. Beige foam.

Krombacher Hell (“Krombacher Hell”, light filtered, 5%)

The “chip” of beer is in a complex refreshing taste and a pleasant aftertaste. There are malt, hops, spices, sweetness of honey, sourness of lemon peel. The aroma is floral, slightly honey. Color – golden, white foam descends quickly.

Krombacher Radler (“Krombacher Radler”, light filtered, 2,5%)

A classic pilsner with the addition of fruit lemonade is a beer for lovers of original drinks. Despite the honey sweetness, it is perfectly refreshing due to pronounced herbal and lemon notes. Color – light golden.

The unique taste of Krombacher beer comes from spring water (Fellsquellwasser) from a mountain spring, which is located just three kilometers from the brewery.

Krombacher Dark (“Krombacher Dark”, black filtered, 4,3%)

It has a deep, rich taste, rich aroma and pleasant aftertaste. At the head – roasted malt and light hops with moderate bitterness. Color – black, with golden-reddish notes.

Krombacher Keller (“Krombacher Keller”, medium unfiltered, 5,1%)

Hops and herbs are well felt in bitterish taste. To soften – caramel and honey, which give a pleasant aftertaste. The rich yeast aroma is characterized by warmth and softness. Deep amber color. Strong foam.

Krombacher Alcoholfrei (“Krombacher Alcoholfrei”, non-alcoholic)

Non-alcoholic beer is represented by Pils, Weizen, Radler (0,5%), as well as pilsner and zero-ABV wheat beer. The brewing method is traditional, but the fermentation is interrupted to get rid of alcohol. The taste remains authentic and full-bodied, refreshing well.

Focused on the needs of young people, the brand produces beer cocktails Cab (cola with beer).