The Brewers of Europe

12/06/2026

Europe’s brewers came together in Lisbon this week to discuss the priorities shaping the future of our sector.

Our General Assembly marked an important milestone, bringing together brewing leaders from across Europe for open, interactive discussions and a shared reflection on the opportunities and challenges ahead. We were also delighted to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Cervejeiros de Portugal, our hosts for this memorable gathering.

The conversations reinforced a simple truth: :

🍺 More than a drink, beer supports over 2 million jobs across Europe.
🌱 More than a beverage, it drives innovation and sustainability throughout the value chain.
🤝 More than a sector, it brings people together, strengthens communities and contributes to Europe's economy, culture and hospitality.

A sincere thank you to all our members, speakers and partners who contributed to the discussions and helped shape a common vision for the future of European brewing.

Read more: https://brewersofeurope.eu/europes-brewers-gather-in-lisbon-to-discuss-key-priorities-for-the-brewing-sector/

11/06/2026

⚽ As the kicks off today, billions of fans will come together to celebrate the moments that unite us. 🍺

Just as football never stands still, neither does Europe's brewing sector.

From pioneering lower- and no-alcohol beers to investing in sustainable brewing technologies and packaging solutions, brewers continue to innovate to meet evolving consumer expectations and support more balanced choices.

than a drink, it drives innovation.

10/06/2026

🍻 The Brewers of Europe wishes Portugal a very happy national day !

Today, we celebrate the Portugal's rich culture, traditions, and brewing heritage, as well as the role beer plays in bringing people together.

Cervejeiros de Portugal

06/06/2026

🍻 The Brewers of Europe wishes Sweden a very happy national day !

Today, we celebrate the Sweden's rich culture, traditions, and brewing heritage, as well as the role beer plays in bringing people together.

EU-representation

05/06/2026

🍻 The Brewers of Europe wishes Denmark a very happy national day !

Today, we celebrate the Denmark's rich culture, traditions, and brewing heritage, as well as the role beer plays in bringing people together.

Bryggeriforeningen

05/06/2026

🎤 Meet the keynote speakers opening the 40th EBC Congress in Rotterdam (6–9 September 2026).

Our Opening Plenary will bring together three leading experts to explore brewing from historical, scientific and technological perspectives.

💠 Dr. Petr Vesely from AB InBev will share the story of African beer and what brewers can learn from traditional brewing practices. His talk will explore alternative raw materials, innovative brewing approaches, and insights into affordability and consumer needs.

💠 Prof. Thomas Henle from Technische Universität Dresden will present fascinating new research on Maillard reaction products in brewing fermentations. His findings offer fresh perspectives on yeast domestication and introduce the FAN glycation index as a potential new tool for assessing wort quality.

💠 Dr. Tomáš Vrzal from The Research Institute of Brewing and Malting in Prague will reveal how explainable artificial intelligence can help decode consumer preferences for non-alcoholic beers, linking sensory perception with chemical composition to better understand what drives consumer behaviour .

Together, these keynote presentations will set the stage for three days of scientific exchange, innovation and inspiration.

📍 Join us in Rotterdam, 6–9 September, for the 40th EBC Congress.

👉 Register now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of brewing:

We’re delighted to announce that the 40th EBC Congress will be taking place from 6–9 September 2026, at the Postillion WTC conference centre, in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. In contrast to previous editions (37th to 39th EBC congresses) where the technical -scientific contents was augmented by th...

02/06/2026

🍻 The Brewers of Europe wishes Italy a very happy national day !

Today, we celebrate the Italy's rich culture, traditions, and brewing heritage, as well as the role beer plays in bringing people together.

AssoBirra

30/05/2026

🍻 The Brewers of Europe wishes Croatia a very happy national day !

Today, we celebrate the Croatia's rich culture, traditions, and brewing heritage, as well as the role beer plays in bringing people together.

21/05/2026

Beer is deeply rooted in Europe’s regions and agricultural heritage 🌿🍺

Saaz hops are more than an ingredient. Grown for generations in the Czech Republic, they are recognised worldwide for their quality and character, supporting local farmers, regional identity and European exports.

Within the European Union, Saaz hops are registered as a (PDO), recognising their unique quality and strong link to their region of origin.

Beer connects agriculture, craftsmanship and competitiveness, creating value from Europe’s fields to global markets.

Because than a beverage. It is part of Europe’s cultural and economic strength.

19/05/2026

than what’s in the glass 🍺🌾 It begins in Europe’s fields, with natural ingredients and the farmers who grow them.

By sourcing ingredients locally and building long term partnerships with farmers, cooperatives and maltsters, Europe’s brewers help strengthen resilient agricultural value chains and support rural livelihoods across the continent.

Behind every beer are:
🌱 Tens of thousands of European farmers growing cereals and hops
🤝 Long term partnerships that help stabilise farm incomes
🌍 Specialised hop growing regions that sustain rural economies, often in less favoured agricultural areas

Made with natural ingredients rooted in Europe’s agricultural traditions, beer remains closely connected to rural communities and farming heritage across the continent.