Our award-winning traditional brewery is located in Basel and serves the entire Switzerland We brew beer and develop unique recipes using special ingredients to ensure a distinctive taste and aroma.
As a family-run business, we dedicate ourselves to our craftsmanship with a passion for beer and beer-related gastronomy and cuisine. The tips we share in our Beer Blog are the result of years of acquiring knowledge about beer from countries such as Scotland, Ireland, Germany, Belgium and more.
We sell our handcrafted beer through our online shop. Although we don’t have a physical store, we organize tasting events at our location in Basel and at various pubs, hotels, restaurants, and bars that collaborate with us to both purchase and sell our products.
Visit our online shop and enjoy our selection of handcrafted beers.
Our brewery in Basel produces award-winning, fine, and tasty beers:
We specialize in the production of brown and craft beer, and we follow a long tradition of brewing beer. The origins trace back to the kitchen of an Italian who lived in Scotland and gained extensive experience in brewing beer there. These experiences span across Switzerland, Italy, and various parts of the world.
The craft beers from Fermento offer a fascinating variety of sophisticated flavors that reflect the brewer's passion and expertise.
The beers themselves are absolutely perfectly brewed, especially the Ventuno, and its unique taste appealed to me.
Furthermore, the service is impeccable. I spoke directly with the owner, and he had excellent knowledge about the combination of dishes and the brewing process itself.
Brewery Basel Fermento Brewery is widely recognised for producing the best-brewed craft beers and ales in Switzerland. With a deeply rooted brewing tradition and a commitment to the highest quality, our brewery offers a wide range of beers characterized by their exceptional blend of traditional brewing techniques and modern innovations.
Brewed carefully according to traditional recipes, only the finest ingredients are selected for each beer to ensure a distinctive taste.
The craftsmanship of the brewery is evident in the variety of aromas and the well-balanced structure of its beers. From the first sip to the last drop, you experience the dedication and passion that are infused in every bottle. Fermento Brewery not only places emphasis on excellent taste but also on preserving the purity and authenticity of beer.
Brewery Basel Fermento Brewery is widely recognised for producing the best-brewed craft beers and ales in Switzerland. With a deeply rooted brewing tradition and a commitment to the highest quality, our brewery offers a wide range of beers characterized by their exceptional blend of traditional brewing techniques and modern innovations.
Brewed carefully according to traditional recipes, only the finest ingredients are selected for each beer to ensure a distinctive taste.
The craftsmanship of the brewery is evident in the variety of aromas and the well-balanced structure of its beers. From the first sip to the last drop, you experience the dedication and passion that are infused in every bottle. Fermento Brewery not only places emphasis on excellent taste but also on preserving the purity and authenticity of beer.
Immerse yourself in the diverse world of beer enjoyment and experience quality, tradition, and innovation in every bottle. Try our exclusive creations today and be delighted by an unparalleled beer experience.
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