A beer with history
When talking about beers, many think of the ancient European abbeys full of monks with long beards and centenary traditions. However, beer history is much richer and more surprising than one could imagine. While it is difficult to establish what was the first beer of humanity, there is a curious fact: many breweries that have been operating today for almost a thousand years! Prepare for a tour of the oldest, where history is intertwined with each sip.
The 10 breweries with more years of life!
We will discover the 10 most veteran active breweries in the world. So you look like your pint, what are we going to provide for tradition!
1. Weihenstephaner: The queen of hops
With a lineage that dates back to 1040, Weihenstephaner not only holds the oldest brewery title, but also has a rich inheritance. It is said that in 768 there were mentions of a lopular plantation in their lands. Among its delights, the Weihenstephaner Weissbier and the Infinium, which would surely make any medieval monk would lift its cup.
2. Weltenburger Klosterbrauerei: tradition in each sip
Founded in 1050, this brewery is known for its Dunkel style and is found in the beautiful Weltenburg abbey. Apart from offering exquisite beers, it also has a great restaurant, because there is nothing better than a good meal accompanied by a cool beer, right?
3. Affligem: from gentlemen to brewers
An impressive history of 1074, when a group of Belgian knights decided to leave the swords aside and devote himself to monastic life. Affligem began producing its beers to avoid contaminated water and remains an icon in the region near Brussels, now under the Heineken brand. Health for the Affligem Blonde and the Affligem Dubbel!
4. Privatbrauerei Bolten: The German tradition
This brewery, licensed since 1266, has an approach to the Altbier style and dates back to 1753. Its beers like Bolten Alt and Bolten Ur-Alt are a testimony of the German brewery ingenuity.
5. Augustiner-Bräu: Orgullo de Munich
With days of Gloria since 1328, Augustiner-Brosh is the oldest in Munich and is well known for his Helles beer. Despite having been privatized relatively late, his legacy at the Oktoberfest is incomparable.
6. Brouwerij Artois: An international taste
Since 1366, this brewery has traveled a long road, becoming the famous Stella Artois in 1926. Each drink of this beer is like a trip over time.
7. Stiegl: the Austrian joya
With a rich story dating from 1492, Stiegl is synonymous with quality in Austria. The near beer museum is an essential tourist attraction for beer fans.
8. Grolsch: Innovation since 1615
Founded by Willem Dutefeldt, this brewery stands out for its iconic ceramic cover that revolutionized the packaging. His Pilsner is famous worldwide and a faithful companion in many celebrations.
9. St. Francis Abbey: A touch of Ireland
The oldest brewery in Ireland was established by Monks in the fourteenth century. Then, in 1710, John Smithwick transformed her into a commercial brewery. The Killkenny and Smithwick’s Draft are two names that should never be missing in your Irish pint.
10. St.. James Gate: The Guinness Ibonica
Founded by the legendary Arthur Guinness in 1759, this brewery is known not only for his Guinness Draft beer, but also for being a true giant in the world beer industry. Long -term rental for 9000 years, does anyone dare to negotiate that?
A toast to history
So they have it, a trip through the breweries with more history in the world. Each of them not only offers a delicious drink, but also a fascinating story of tradition, effort and resilience. The next time you will raise a drink, remember: you are holding centuries of legacy in your hands. Health!
