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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Boost your beer – the benefits of Chit malt
The benefits of Chit malt are endless. Chit malt, also known as Spitzmalz in German, is an under-modified malt designed to enhance foam stability. This lightly processed barley malt is …
Meet our new Head of Malting, Wouter De Sutter
We are excited to introduce Wouter De Sutter as the new Head of Malting. Wouter holds a degree in Industrial Biochemistry Engineering and, driven by a deep passion for learning, …
Say hello to Wiebke de Groen, our new CEO
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Wiebke de Groen as our new CEO (Chief Executive Officer). With over a decade of entrepreneurial experience as a distributor of The …
The evolution of malting: A journey through time
Malt plays a crucial role in brewing. It provides the sugars yeast ferments into alcohol and CO2. Yet, few appreciate the evolution of malting. Let’s explore how malting evolved from …
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Nearly forgotten Dutch beer styles
These nearly forgotten Dutch beer styles highlight the Netherlands’ deep-rooted beer tradition. Fortunately, the craft beer movement continues to breathe new life into them, ensuring they are not lost forever. …
Melanoidin malt: unleashing rich flavours
Melanoidin malt stands out in the intricate world of brewing. It imparts depth, complexity, and a distinctive character to every beer. Traditionally, brewers have used this malt to craft some …