Parbo Bier lager

Parbo Bier is the iconic national beer of Suriname, first brewed in Paramaribo in 1955. The brand is deeply rooted in Surinamese culture, originating from the Surinaamse Brouwerij N.V., which was founded as a joint venture involving the Amstel Brewery. The beer is famously brewed using local mountain water and locally sourced rice, which gives it its distinctively light and crisp flavor profile.

While the brand maintains its headquarters and primary manufacturing site in Paramaribo, Suriname, its ownership has transitioned through major global brewery acquisitions. Today, Parbo Bier is part of the Heineken N.V. portfolio, as Heineken is the majority shareholder of Surinaamse Brouwerij. It remains a staple in both Caribbean markets and is widely available in the Netherlands due to the historical and cultural ties between the two nations.