Cristal XTRA beer

Cristal XTRA is a premium unfiltered lager produced by the Brouwerij Alken-Maes, which has deep roots in Belgian brewing history. The brand, Cristal Alken, was originally launched in 1928 by Jozef Indekeu in Alken, Limburg, and gained fame as one of Belgium's first pilsner-style beers.

Today, the brand is part of the extensive portfolio of Alken-Maes, which formed from the merger of the Alken and Maes breweries. The company is a key player in the European beverage market, operating under the ultimate ownership of the Heineken N.V. group. Production remains primarily centered in Belgium, maintaining the brand's local heritage and flavor profile while benefiting from global distribution networks.