THE CRAFTSMANSHIP IN BREWING
We brew Heineken with 100% pure natural ingredients: malt, water and hops. Going through the phases of cooking, cooling, fermentation and lagering.
Cooking and cooling
Water is mixed with the crushed, malted barley. This creates wort, a sweet sugary liquid, which is then boiled. Also hops are added to enhance the flavour.
Horizontal fermentation
At the right temperature, Heineken's unique A-Yeast is added, thus starting the natural process of fermentation that converts sugar into alcohol and CO2. This process creates the characteristic balanced Heineken taste. Our A-Yeast is happiest with a large surface area which is possible in our horizontal fermentation tanks.
At the right temperature, Heineken's unique A-Yeast is added, thus starting the natural process of fermentation that converts sugar into alcohol and CO2. This process creates the characteristic balanced Heineken taste. Our A-Yeast is happiest with a large surface area which is possible in our horizontal fermentation tanks.
Heineken A-Yeast
We discovered the special A-Yeast in the 19th century. Ever since, it has been the key to Heineken's characteristic balanced taste. No plan B needed.
28 days of patient lagering
We take 28 days to brew Heineken. To get the perfectly balanced taste, refreshing clarity and beautiful golden-yellow colour. Quality takes time, it's worth it.
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