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BREWERY HUYGHE

A tasty family tradition

The fourth generation of the family brewery invests in quality, sustainability and craftsmanship with an eye for history and brewing tradition.

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A visit to Brewery Huyghe is a unique experience. Get acquainted with the story behind one of Belgium’s largest breweries, steeped in an age-old family tradition. Discover the production process behind our beers and sample our products. We are looking forward to greeting you!

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SUSTAINABILITY

Our green ambition

Our beers are nature’s gift to man. We have a moral obligation to not only be grateful but also to think and act in a sustainable way, to do business with the utmost care for people and the environment. By adopting a green approach we are building a rosy future for Brewery Huyghe.

Savings since 2008

95,800 M3

OF WATER

231,400 K

KWH POWER

5,240

TONNES OF CO² EMISSIONS

32 MILLION €

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FACTS & FIGURES

Life in the brewery

4,000 hectolitres

per week

680,000 bottles

per week

11,000 barrels

per week

THE RICH HISTORY OF

Brewery Huyghe

Brewing beer is a centuries-old tradition at the site of the Appelhoek in Melle. The earliest evidence of brewing activity in this location dates back as far as 1654. In 1904 Léon Huyghe starts working at the local brewery.

In 1925 Léon Huyghe is joined at the brewery by his son Albert and son-in-law Louis Droesbeque and the brewery is officially renamed Brewery L. Huyghe. Today, Alain De Laet, the fourth Huyghe generation, stirs the brew kettles. The little elephant that was born in 1989 has grown into an international icon.

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News

26 December 2024

Brewery Huyghe acquires family brewery Het Anker

Both parties share a rich history, a broad portfolio, and a long-term vision focused on growth.

Brewery Huyghe, known for its iconic Delirium and a leading Belgian brewery with four generations of family tradition based in Melle, proudly announces the acquisition of Het Anker, a historic family brewery and distillery based in Mechelen. Charles Leclef, the 5th generation owner of Het Anker, initiated a global acquisition procedure due to a lack of family succession. This strategic acquisition brings together two breweries with rich histories and complementary strengths, offering new growth opportunities in both Belgian and international markets.

06 June 2024

HUYGHE BREWERY INVESTS 50 MILLION EURO WITH A VIEW TO FURTHER GROWTH AND SUSTAINABILITY

HUYGHE BREWERY INVESTS 50 MILLION EURO
WITH A VIEW TO FURTHER GROWTH AND SUSTAINABILITY

Melle, June 6, 2024 - After the granting of a new environmental permit, Brewery Huyghe – worldwide known for Delirium Tremens and the pink elephant - is ready to roll out its investment plans of 50 million euros. These must ensure that the brewery can grow even further, become more sustainable and at the same time further boost beer tourism in its own region.

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