Partners
In 2024, Refsvindinge Brewery entered into a partnership with Thisted Brewery. They brew our best-selling brands under license and handle part of our distribution.
About Refsvindinge Brewery
Denmark’s Oldest Family-Owned Brewery
The local environment and sense of community mean a great deal to us. Watch the video and get a feel for what a truly good day at Refsvindinge Brewery looks like.
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Our history
Family-owned for 4 generations
The brewery was founded on April 15, 1885 by Hans Poul Rasmussen. On January 1, 2001, John and Ellen Rasmussen took over the brewery as the 4th generation. In 1995, John brewed the nationally renowned Ale No. 16 and helped spark the Danish beer revolution. With increasing sales, the brewery has expanded several times over the years.
1885
Founded by Hans Poul Rasmussen
Hans Poul Rasmussen establishes Refsvindinge Brewery.
1995
Ale No. 16 & national breakthrough
John Rasmussen brews the iconic Ale No. 16.
2000
Top 3 in the world
Ale No. 16 achieves 3rd place worldwide.
2001
4th generation continues the legacy
On January 1, 2001, John and Ellen Rasmussen take over operations as the 4th generation.
1885
Founded by Hans Poul Rasmussen
Hans Poul Rasmussen establishes Refsvindinge Brewery.
1995
Ale No. 16 & national breakthrough
John Rasmussen brews the iconic Ale No. 16.
2000
Top 3 in the world
Ale No. 16 achieves 3rd place worldwide.
2001
4th generation continues the legacy
On January 1, 2001, John and Ellen Rasmussen take over operations as the 4th generation.
Funen beer, brewed on Funen from Funen barley
True Funen Craftsmanship
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From Funen barley to Funen malt
Local ingredients
At the Malthouse in Refsvindinge, good old-fashioned craftsmanship is still used when preparing barley for brewing. Most of the handling of the malt is done manually.
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For Skibsøl
Honorary diploma for a classic product
Denmark is a maritime nation, and for long voyages breweries once developed a beer that could withstand transport and would not intoxicate sailors during navigation.
Skibsøl was brewed using smoked malt and was an excellent thirst-quencher without a high alcohol content.
When the bottle was opened, there were notes of rope and tar in the air. The taste was not too sweet, pleasantly bitter, and could rival chewing tobacco. Over time, the market disappeared.
Had it not been for the small brewery in Refsvindinge and the Rasmussen family, this piece of Danish cultural heritage would have disappeared.
Refsvindinge still brews Skibsøl in an authentic version, sold at a very reasonable price.
In 2021, The Danish Gastronomic Academy awarded the preservation of this classic product.
Would you like to learn more about Refsvindinge Brewery?
We offer guided tours all year round
Bring the taste of Refsvindinge home
We are known for our door sales
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Do you have questions?
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to call or write to us.
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