Established in 1995, the European Beer Group (EBG), formerly known as the European Parliament Beer Club, is a pan-European network that serves as a vital forum for discussion and information exchange on issues affecting brewing and the beer value chain across the European Union.

Recognising beer’s capacity to bring people together and enhance conviviality as an integral part of Europe’s culture, heritage and future, the EBG aims to support the responsible and sustainable development of the brewing sector across the EU.

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Beer in the EU

Beer is brewed in all 27 member states. There are over 10,000 breweries across the EU, producing over 80 different beer styles and 50,000 beer brands. The beer value chain employs over 2 million people in the EU, and generates over EUR 40 billion in tax annually

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From Grain to Glass: A toast to European brewing

From Grain to Glass: A toast to European brewing

Last week, our offices in Brussels were buzzing — not just with the clink of glasses, but with energy and purpose as we welcomed MEPs, other policymakers, brewers, partners and friends for the European Beer Group (EBG)’s summer reception. I would like to thank the EBG...