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German beer is highly sought after worldwide. Brewed according to the German Purity Law of 1516, it promises centuries-old tradition and top-notch quality. It is a German cultural asset and is perceived as such abroad. But how does one best market German beer? Denninghoff’s GmbH has put a lot of thought into this and has been highly successful in the export business worldwide for many years.

In their innovative marketing approach, Würth has been offering party kegs as customer gifts for over 15 years in the summer, targeting customers with a minimum turnover of 333 euros. By combining beer, soccer, and shared experiences, the company creates a relaxed atmosphere and strengthens its relationships with customers. The experience of tapping fresh beer oneself conveys a sense of exclusivity and appreciation. The enthusiasm is great every year, and the party kegs are usually quickly gone – a good sign of emotional customer loyalty.

For 200 years, the brewery C. & A. Veltins has been a cornerstone of German beer culture. However, in recent years, the beer market has undergone significant changes. A declining beer consumption and a trend towards non-alcoholic beverages pose major challenges to the brewing industry. Veltins has successfully turned this trend into an opportunity and achieved remarkable growth.

Haller Löwenbräu from Schwäbisch Hall takes a unique approach to beer quality and corporate culture by embracing certified Slow Brewing. Time is a true game-changer for many foods in terms of quality and digestibility, and this applies to good beer as well. Why? You’ll find out in this article.

The sounds of guitars, violins, and pianos fill the air as the brewers at Mira passionately perfect their creations. It’s a symbiosis of brewing art and melody, where the vibrant energy of music transcends into every drop of brewed beer. The Mira Brewery opens its doors not only to beer enthusiasts but also to music lovers. Regular events feature local bands and musicians performing while guests savor the diversity of Mira beers. The stage, framed by barrels, becomes a meeting place for people who share the joy of good beer and captivating music. And for those who seek even more art, they should take a moment to appreciate the house’s labels and minikegs. Here, Mira collaborates with renowned street artists, creating outstanding editions that become collector’s items.

Paulaner inspires people all over the world to enjoy German beer and the German beer culture. The brewery group exports beer brewed exclusively in Munich to more than 80 countries around the world, bringing the Bavarian spirit to a wide variety of countries. Exports are of great importance to the company’s policy. This can be seen from the fact that Paulaner has its own local offices in the most important international markets, such as the USA, China or Italy.

The Waldhaus Bike Marathon annually captivates not only cyclists from all over Germany and beyond but also thousands of on-site spectators. Organized for 18 years by the private brewery Schwarzwälder Privatbrauerei Waldhaus, this year they introduced a unique idea for their event marketing by incorporating Envases’ Mini Kegs. As a participant’s gift, each individual taking part in this cycling event received a specially branded 5-liter “Finish Line Beer” keg.

The brewery Krug Bräu in Breitenlesau is one of the largest and most successful breweries in Franconian Switzerland. Konrad “Conny” Krug is the fifth generation to run the family business. He brews his beer not only with the power of the sun, but with a great deal of passion. Whether as a beer artist at the brew kettle or DJ at the in-house dance center – the lively brewery boss is full of creativity and drive. Find out why his brewery emerged as a winner during the pandemic, what a late-night caller from the Dortmund Christmas market had to say to him, and what a Porsche 911 has to do with Konrad Krug’s success.

In 2018, the traditional brewery Eichbaum launched its own craft beer brand Steam Brew, which is sold exclusively via Lidl throughout Europe. Not least thanks to its creative brand identity, Steam Brew has since made a “rocket-like ascent,” according to Marketing Manager Dennis Sandhöfer. For the first time, one of Steam Brew’s six craft beer varieties, which are available exclusively in cans, has now also been filled into Envases’ five-liter party keg – as a specially designed Christmas edition for the Irish market.

Beer has been brewed at Rhanerbräu in Upper Palatinate since 1283. Even though the owner family Plößl can proudly look back on centuries of brewing tradition, they are always looking toward the future. Always be open to new things, is their motto. This includes a creative craft beer division as well as a regenerative heating plant, which also serves as a marketing tool thanks to its eye-catching appearance. In the course of resource-conserving and sustainable production, Rhaner also relies on the mini-keg as a completely recyclable container: Since Corona, the “Rhaner Festbier dahoam” (“Rhaner home festival beer”) in the five-liter party keg has become firmly established in the product range.

The party keg celebrates a round birthday. The anniversary “50 years of Minikeg” is not only a good occasion for a look back, but also for a look ahead. After all, Envases has steadily developed the 5-liter keg over the past decades – and continues to do so. But breweries are also focusing on innovation and further development of the popular disposable container. One successful example is the Krombacher 5-liter freshness keg.

“You couldn’t drink my first beer,” Stefan Stretz recalls with a laugh. As a 16-year-old, he discovered a recipe for brewing beer in his grandmother’s cookbook and simply tried it out – with moderate success. But he never gave up: After graduating from high school, he trained as a brewer, then added an engineering degree in brewing technology, and later traveled the world for the job. Today, the 52-year-old runs Schanzenbräu, now the largest private brewery in Nuremberg, which he founded in 2004.