Brouwerij Puik Bieren is a Dutch craft brewery based in Apeldoorn, in the province of Gelderland. The brewery is led by Richard Pool, who was born in Scheveningen in 1969. Like many passionate craft brewers in the Netherlands, Pool built Puik Bieren from a deep love for the art of brewing. The brewery's early days were not without hardship — according to reports, Puik Bieren had to close its doors just eleven days after opening, a challenging start that the brewery ultimately overcame. Puik Bieren is known for brewing distinctive and characterful beers that reflect the creativity of the Dutch craft beer scene. The brewery has collaborated with other regional brewers, including the owner of Microbrouwerij De Rijpelaer, demonstrating a collaborative spirit that is common among independent craft breweries in the Netherlands. One of Puik Bieren's notable beers is the Wilde Catharina, which gained recognition through the Top 100 Beers competition. This award-winning beer highlights the brewery's ambition and craft, placing Puik Bieren among the respected names in the Dutch independent brewing landscape.