Kulmbacher Brauerei AG is one of Germany's most storied brewing institutions, rooted in the Franconian city of Kulmbach in the state of Bavaria. The brewery traces its origins to 1846, when Reichelbräu was established with a focus on export beers. Over the following century and a half, a slow but steady amalgamation of formerly independent local breweries shaped what is today known as Kulmbacher Brauerei AG, a publicly listed company headquartered at Lichtenfelser Strasse 9 in Kulmbach. The brewery maintains a diverse and proudly traditional portfolio, with a strong emphasis on Franconian styles. Unfiltered kellerbiers and robust bocks sit at the heart of its range, alongside a flagship Kulmbacher Pilsner that has become the standard-bearer of the brand. Under its umbrella, Kulmbacher also stewards well-known sub-brands such as Kapuziner Weißbier, a wheat beer brewed with a distinct Franconian character, and the Mönchshof range of Franconian speciality beers. The Eku Pils, brewed at 5% ABV, rounds out a lineup that spans classic German styles from pilsner to winterbock. Kulmbacher Brauerei AG has seen a significant increase in brewery visitor traffic, reportedly exceeding 25% growth between 2022 and 2025, reflecting a broader renewed interest in traditional German brewing heritage. With nearly a thousand full-time employees, the company remains a major force in German beer culture and continues to champion the values of Franconian brewing craftsmanship.