Heineken Original Beer

Heineken is a globally recognized premium lager that originated in the Netherlands. The brand was founded in 1864 by Gerard Adriaan Heineken in Amsterdam. Today, it is one of the most widely distributed beer brands in the world, available in nearly 200 countries.

While the brand's heart remains in the Netherlands—where its largest production facilities are located in Zoeterwoude—Heineken is manufactured in over 70 countries globally. In the Danish market, Heineken has a long-standing partnership with Royal Unibrew, which produces and distributes the beer locally under license.

The ultimate ownership of the brand is held by Heineken N.V., which is controlled through a tiered holding structure. The Heineken family maintains a majority voting stake through Heineken Holding N.V. and L’Arche Green N.V., ensuring the brand remains under family influence despite being a major public corporation.