The science of consistent quality
At The Swaen, we believe that while malting is a craft, the bridge between a raw harvest and a consistent, premium product is built on the rigor of our Quality …
The story behind our name: what The Swaen symbolises
Our story starts in 1906 with the establishment of brewery De Zwaan. Honouring history while emphasising global ambitions, we are now known as The Swaen. Now – 120 years later …
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Dextrin malt – How to build fullness without increasing alcohol
In modern brewing, balance is everything. Brewers want beers that feel full and satisfying, yet remain highly drinkable. That balance often comes down to one key relationship: body versus fermentability. …
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Pilsner recipe
In modern brewing, body and foam stability are no longer by-products of a recipe – they are design parameters. As brewers push for greater drinkability, lower alcohol, and cleaner flavour …
Non-alcoholic Beer recipe
In our Non-alcoholic Beer recipe, we create a copper version with floral and spicy notes. With our newly available Platinum Swaen© Dextrin and Chit malt. The base is set for …
Black IPA recipe
A Black IPA recipe is all about contrast. You want the bold hop character of an IPA, layered over a dark malt base without tipping into harsh roast. Get it …
Celebrating The Swaen with Dickies Brewing
Some people have a special bond with The Swaen. That’s why we asked around to see what they had to tell. In a series of interviews you will get to …
Dextrin vs caramel malt – Two different ways to build body and foam
In modern brewing, body and foam stability are no longer side effects – they are design choices. Brewers today are constantly balancing. Drinkability versus fullness. Attenuation against mouthfeel. Structure as …
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Dutch Table Beer recipe
In 2026 we are celebrating our 120th anniversary. What could be more fitting than drinking a beer from that period? Not literally, of course. That beer would be far beyond …
Celebrating The Swaen with Jos Haeck
Some people have a special bond with The Swaen. That’s why we asked around to see what they had to tell. In a series of interviews you will get to …