Beer Geeks Beat ALS 2025 brewing day
Beer Geeks Beat ALS is an initiative of the online community Beer Geeks, which celebrated its fifth anniversary in 2018. They decided it was time for something special. The idea …
Dutch Laureate barley malt: the perfect base for Whisky or Gin
In the world of craft spirits, the choice of raw materials is crucial. But one ingredient stands out for distillers of whisky and gin: Laureate barley malt, grown on Dutch …
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Vacancy for Electrician
Are you not afraid of a little tension? That’s good to hear, because we have a vacancy for an electrician for our Technical Department. Fixing breakdowns, carrying out repairs and …
Interview with CEO Wiebke de Groen
With over a hundred years of craftsmanship, The Swaen has always focused on innovation and quality. On 1st April 2024, Wiebke de Groen became the new CEO of this family …
Black Swaen Chocolate Wheat malt: a brewer’s secret weapon
When it comes to crafting the perfect brew, the choice of malt can make all the difference. Whether you’re aiming to add depth, richness, or that perfect roasted touch to …
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Operator Malthouse vacancy
We have a vacancy for Operator Malthouse, because multitasking miracle worker is not an official title. As an Operator you are working with our natural production process daily and can …
Christmas beer
Christmas beer… The name alone reminds one of warming, herbal flavours. Yet Christmas beer is far from a defined style. The recipes are simply too diverse. And there is a …
What is Sauer malt?
Acidulated malt, also known as acid malt or sour malt, is a brewer’s secret weapon for precise pH control during the mashing process. Today, we’re spotlighting Platinum Swaen Sauer malt, …
Summer grain storage tips – keeping your malts fresh and pest-free
As temperatures and humidity rise in many regions, proper malt storage becomes crucial for homebrewers and small-scale brewers. Without the right precautions, moisture and pests can compromise malt quality, affecting …
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Rediscovering Spelt malt – the ancient grain for modern brews
Spelt malt, derived from the ancient grain spelt, has been used for thousands of years. Also known as dinkel wheat or hulled wheat, spelt (Triticum spelta) was a staple in …
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