Brouwerij De Vecht is a craft brewery located in Loenen aan de Vecht, in the Dutch province of Utrecht. The brewery was founded with a clear historical mission: to revive the ancient tradition of Loender Bier, a local brewing heritage rooted in recipes dating back to the 18th century. By drawing inspiration from these historical recipes, Brouwerij De Vecht connects the present-day craft beer movement with the rich brewing history of the Vecht region. The brewery produces artisanal, small-batch beers that reflect the character and terroir of their riverside home. One of their notable beers is the Maerssener Gagelblond, which has been recognised in the Ark of Taste — an international catalogue by Slow Food dedicated to preserving endangered culinary heritage products. This recognition underlines the brewery's commitment to traditional and historically inspired brewing techniques, using ingredients and recipes that might otherwise be lost to time. Brouwerij De Vecht represents a growing appreciation for hyper-local, heritage-driven craft brewing in the Netherlands. Their beers are available to order online, making their historically inspired brews accessible beyond the banks of the Vecht river. For beer lovers with an interest in Dutch brewing history and traditional recipes, Brouwerij De Vecht offers a genuinely distinctive and culturally rooted experience.