History

Established in 1833 De Koninck is the only brewery in the famous city of Antwerp, it is the name of the brewery and also the name of its main product. De Koninck is Antwerp's everybody beer. No other city in Belgium has such a close relationship with its local beers and no other city in Belgium has such a speciality beer to call its own.

The De Koninck brewery has been renovated, expanded and modernised several times over the years but the pride, passion and craftsmanship of the original brewmasters has not been affected.

Today, 5 generations later, the Van den Bogaert family maintain this noble tradition.

Worldwide distribution

De Koninck’s beers can be found all over the world. There is the original beer De Koninck (5% alcohol.) and its two younger and stronger brothers Cuvée De Konick (8% alcohol) and the blond Antoon (6% alcohol.)All are brewed and bottled on the banks of the River Schelde.

100% Natural Products

All the beers are full bodied top fermentation ales with smooth velvety flavours. All the beers brewed using only natural and top quality ingredients. The best malt, the finest hops, the unique yeast and crystal clear are combined with the brewing expertise to create widely acclaimed and be loved beers.

The Glass

The unique glass is known as ‘bolleke. In Antwerp the name is ‘bolleke’ synonymous with De Koninck beer. In fact throughout the world the special ball shaped glass is inseparably with De Koninck beer.

Beer mats

The brewery has frequently launched new beer mat collections. All have had innovative and artistic designs and have become popular all over the world with brewery memorabilia collectors. Each new edition is eagerly awaited!

Visit also the official website: http://www.dekoninck.be
Other sites: http://users.pandora.be/joris.roebben