Apoldaer is a German beer brand from the town of Apolda in the state of Thuringia, brewed by the Apoldaer Vereinsbrauerei. The brewery is rooted in the brewing traditions of eastern Germany and has been noted by renowned beer writer Michael Jackson among the notable brewing names of the region. The brand positions itself firmly as a regional identity beer, marketed under the slogan "Das Bier aus Thüringen" — the beer from Thuringia. The Apoldaer portfolio is centred around accessible, traditional German lager styles. Among the known beers is the Apoldaer Diamant Extrapils, a low-carb Pilsner that reflects the brewery's willingness to adapt classic styles to contemporary tastes. The brewery also produces a Heimatbier, reinforcing its role as a local, community-rooted brand. Beyond its brewing traditions, Apoldaer Vereinsbrauerei has demonstrated a commitment to operational efficiency, achieving a 38% reduction in energy use through process optimisation in collaboration with GEA. This combination of regional pride, traditional lager brewing and modern sustainability awareness defines the brewery's contemporary identity.