Sharing malt knowledge: a CRAFT College recap
Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a CRAFT College at The Swaen. A group of passionate brewers joined us for a day of learning. Throughout the day, we explored …
From field to pint: the story of “Gerse Gerst” at NIBEM Chain Day
During this year’s NIBEM Chain Day, part of the Week van het Nederlands Bier, The Swaen had the honour of sharing the story behind Gerse Gerst – a local barley …
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Ko Leenknegt – A heartwarming visit to The Swaen
Ko Leenknegt, now more than a name. Some moments find you – you don’t always go looking for them. Just a few weeks ago, 85-year-old Jean from Canada and her …
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Brewery Quattro Venti IPA wins a gold medal
At The Swaen, we’re excited to share some fantastic news. Our loyal customer, Birrificio Quattro Venti, has struck gold once more. Their brewery Quattro Venti IPA claimed the top prize …
Gijs Troost named Brewer of the Year at CRAFT Awards 2025
At the Dutch Craft Beer Conference in ’s-Hertogenbosch, the CRAFT Awards were presented for the second time. These awards not only recognise dedication, passion, and craftsmanship in the beer industry, …
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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 …
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 …
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, …
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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