Gulpener Beer

Gulpener is a renowned independent Dutch brewery founded in 1825 by Laurens Smeets in the town of Gulpen, located in the province of Limburg. The brand is famously known as 'De Vrije Brouwer' (The Free Brewer), emphasizing its independence from large multinational beverage conglomerates.

Manufacturing takes place exclusively in Gulpen, Netherlands, where the brewery maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and local sourcing. They utilize regional ingredients, including water from their own wells, hops from their own hop garden, and barley from local farmers, minimizing their ecological footprint.

The brand remains under the ownership of Gulpener Bierbrouwerij B.V., a family-owned enterprise that has passed through several generations. This continuity ensures that the brand maintains its traditional brewing methods and focus on sustainable corporate social responsibility in the Dutch market.