Bier

Albert, a refreshing wheat beer
from De Meelfabriek

Discover ‘Albert’, a fusion of India Pale Ale and wheat beer. A fresh, artisanal beer with depth. With this beer, we honor the history of the monumental Meelfabriek and celebrate the future we will create together here. A future inspired by the vision of owner Ab, fully named Albert, van der Wiel. A future to enjoy and toast to together! 

Arie, a spiced wheat beer
from De Meelfabriek

Exactly 140 years after the founding of the steam-powered flour mill ‘De Koster en Co’, we present Arie. With this beer, we honor the founder and his son and successor: Arie de Koster Sr. and Jr. Their boldness and forward-thinking laid the foundation for De Meelfabriek as we know it today: a vibrant place full of innovation. 

Bier bottelen, Albert bier van De Meelfabriek in Leiden
Craft-Brewed

FROM SILO TO BOTTLE

For years, tons of various grains from around the world were stored in the silos of De Meelfabriek. By the late 1950s, the factory supplied over 20% of the Dutch demand for flour. Wheat and rye, the grains of those days, now find their way into this beer. Together with barley, they form the foundation of this artisanal brew. 

In Albert, four hop varieties and wheat beer yeast are added during the brewing process. The wheat and yeast lend it a soft, refreshing drinkability, while the hops provide a fruity aroma and flavor. At 4% alcohol, Albert is intentionally brewed to be light. 

Arie owes its spiced flavor to the addition of a touch of pine tips and a fresh hint of star anise, which, together with two hop varieties and an English yeast, create a warm amber-colored beer with a full flavor and 6.5% alcohol. 

Taste the history of De Meelfabriek in every sip.

De Meelfabriek: A Leiden Icon

FROM ARIE TO ALBERT

With ARIE, we honor the founder and his son and successor: Arie de Koster Sr. and Jr. Their boldness and forward-thinking laid the foundation for De Meelfabriek as we know it today: a vibrant place full of innovation. 

ALBERT is a tribute to project developer Ab, fully named Albert, van der Wiel. He recognized the importance of preserving and sustainably repurposing industrial buildings, ensuring that De Meelfabriek remains a cornerstone of Leiden’s industrial heritage. 

With ARIE and ALBERT, we celebrate not only these remarkable individuals but also the rich history of De Meelfabriek—from its owners to all the employees who contributed to making it the dynamic meeting place it is today. 

Arie de Koster, De Meelfabriek
Arie de Koster
Albert van der Wiel
For all to enjoy!

FOR ALL OF US

Together, we are shaping De Meelfabriek into a place that embodies both the history and the future of the city. ARIE and ALBERT capture this sense of togetherness in beer, from its creation to raising a glass with one another. This beer is the result of the combined expertise, historical knowledge, creativity, and enthusiasm of everyone involved. 

From tasting sessions to brewing, bottling, and labeling alongside construction workers, tenants, and architects—everything has been crafted under the passionate guidance of the artisanal Leidsche Bierbrouwerij. This beer flows with the passion of everyone connected to De Meelfabriek. Will you join us in toasting and making De Meelfabriek a place for all of us? 

A bold and refreshing Leiden beer

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