Since the first French Huguenot settlers planted their vines in the fertile Franschhoek Valley more than 300 years ago, the region has become world renowned for food & wine of the highest standard. It is a region that punches well above its weight on a global scale, uncompromising when it comes to great produce, creativity and setting the standard for living well. It is this philosophy that has inspired the birth of The Franschhoek Beer Co. and the desperate need to have the best beer in the world available right her in our own backyard.
Founded by Scottish businessman and Franschhoek resident Alex McComack and partnered by renowned chef Reuben Riffel and American businessman Frank Rodriguez (also a Franschhoek resident), the team has spent two years travelling the world for inspiration, experimenting with different recipes and ingredients and applying their collective skill and passion to develop a range if beers that are truly worthy of the world class standards the Franschhoek Valley sets for products from this origin. Our handcrafted beers are made by our dedicated brewmaster, Olaf Morgenroth, with the purest Franschhoek mountain spring water and the quality imported malt and hops we can lay our hands on to ensure a superior quality beer that can be appreciated and enjoyed by people all over the world. Made from only natural ingredients, our beers are naturally carbonated and not bottle conditioned. Our specialized equipment, imported from Italy, ensures that the superior taste of every handcrafted bottle of beer remains consistent. Neve cutting corners, never compromising, never saying good enough, our exacting standards and deep commitment to exceptional quality are reflected in the elegant packaging and sophisticated branding of our beers – delivering standout in the category.