2014
FREE BEER FOR ALL
It all got off to a cheerful start in 2014 - a beer conversation and a crazy idea led to the founding of Berlin's most exciting craft brewery, which bridges the gap between classics and creativity. Incidentally, BRLO is the old Slavic name for Berlin and comes off the tongue more easily after a few beers.
The founders Katharina Kurz, Michael Lembke and Ben Pommer are still passionate about their work and are committed to BRLO's vision of modern beer diversity.
2016
OUR OWN BREWERY
While BRLO started out renting brewing capacity at friendly breweries, as its popularity grew, so did its desire to have its own location. Because we at BRLO think: Beer needs a home.
In 2016, the time had finally come: construction of the BRLO BRWHOUSE began on a brownfield site in the middle of Kreuzberg and, when completed, will house the first BRLO brewery. This is where all BRLO beers will be brewed and bottled and kegged from now on. The finished brewery combines the best technology with a modular and distinctive BRLO design.
The completion is to this day one of the most beautiful moments for brewmaster, Michael Lembke.
2017
THE BRLO BRWHOUSE
The BRLO BRWHOUSE opens its doors in 2017 in the middle of Berlin at Gleisdreieck and offers a home made of 38 converted overseas containers. It is home to the company's own brewery and gastronomy with a beer garden under the management of Ben Pommer.
The BRLO BRWHOUSE is Germany's first vegetable-focused brewery gastronomy, with regional and high-quality meat as a side dish. Brewery tours in their own microbrewery are a must.
The location has won awards not only for its architecture, but above all for its gastronomic concept. The BRWHOUSE has been listed in the Gault & Millau since 2018.
2018
BRLO CHICKEN & BEER AT KADEWE
With BRLO CHICKEN&BEER, our exquisite offshoot opened in 2018 in the world-famous KaDeWe, the Kaufhaus des Westens, in Berlin. In the delicatessen department, we offer the popular BRLO beer range, together with a chicken grill.
Just as in the BRLO BRWHOUSE, the focus in KaDeWe is on the regionality and sustainability of the raw materials and ingredients used. That's why only Kikok corn-fed chickens from sustainable farms are grilled here.
2019
THE SECOND BREWERY - BRLO CRAFT ZENTRUM
With BRLO CHICKEN & BEER, our delicious offshoot was opened in the world famous KaDeWe, the department store of West Berlin. In the space, we offer the popular BRLO beer range together with a chicken grill, but just like in BRLO BRWHOUSE, the focus in KaDeWe is on the regionality and sustainability of the raw materials and ingredients used. That's why only Kikok corn chickens from sustainable farming are served.
2020
Our Core Range
The original two types of beer, Helles and Pale Ale, have now become eight: Starting with the Helles, through the Pale Ale to the Happy Pils, German IPA, Porter and the non-alcoholic Naked to original Berliner Weisse and the latest addition - Our West Coast IPA. Most varieties are even available in handy 4-packs since this year.
The BRLO can Core Range has been available since 2020 and includes the Hazy IPA Blurry Vision, the Berliner Weisse with Strawberries - Berlin Jam as well as the non-alcoholic Naked and the popular Happy Pils.
2021
THE BRLO RANGE
In 2021, BRLO has again expanded the product range, offering the BIO certified cider in three varieties: Classic Apple, Rosé, Wild Berries. (DE-ÖKO-070). 2021 new addition is also our 2nd non-alcoholic beer: BRLO ZERO.5. Sustainably brewed with no longer saleable bread from the Berlin organic bakery Time for Bread.
In addition, specials and collab brews with friendly breweries, sports clubs, artists, musicians and creative people join again and again.
2021
KASCHK BY BRLO
Sometimes what belongs together comes together. Legend has it that the young BRLO team celebrated the release of its very first beer in a small bar called KASCHK, which is well-known in craft beer circles, shortly after it was founded in 2014. Over the years, KASCHK became a meeting place for all BRLO employees. The pandemic then presented the team with major challenges and the future of the bar seemed uncertain. One thing led to another and the idea was born to redesign the KASCHK under the BRLO brand and so the "KASCHK by BRLO" was (re)opened in fall 2021.
2022
BRLO CHICKEN & BEER
After a lengthy renovation phase, BRLO Chicken & Beer on the 6th floor of KaDeWe is opening its taps again. In addition to freshly tapped BRLO beer on tap, the menu includes Kikok chicken from the rotisserie grill and vegetable-focused dishes.
2022
BRLO CATERING
Since the end of 2022, BRLO's culinary concept can not only be experienced in its own locations, but can also be booked as catering for your next event. Whether finger food, shared plates or multi-course menus - there is a solution for every occasion. As usual, the focus is still on vegetables and high-quality meat is the side dish. And what should not be missing? Good beer, of course!
2023
BRLO CHARLOTTENBURG
In autumn 2023, BRLO will open its fourth location in Berlin: the BRLO CHARLOTTENBURG gastropub combines a love of diverse beer, a modern menu, shuffleboard and regular events with live music or soccer broadcasts. And if that's not enough for you: with the integrated Späti, you'll always have a beer to go.
Our values
About BRLO
BRLO values
We combine the best quality, responsibility and Berlin's attitude to life in a stylish way to create a unique beer and brand experience.
About BRLO
BRLO Gastronomy Concept
Brewhouse cuisine 2.0: With us, vegetables are the star and regional meat is at most the garnish. With our BIER x FOOD Pairing, we combine our individual beer styles with creative dishes that are best shared and enjoyed together.
About BRLO
BRLO Brewery Concept
We brew modern beer variety from Pils to Baltic Porter in Berlin. We pay attention to the high quality of raw materials and short delivery routes. Our range is complemented by cider and draught beer.