Theunissen

Theunissen Brewery is a Brunanter brewing company. Founded in 1912 by Hubert Theunissen, is one of the oldest companies in the country and one of the most profitable businesses. It sells many types of beer, notably bokbier and pale lager.

History
Bartholomeus Theunissen was the first Brunanter to brew bokbier in 1886. He soon established a small brewery, based in Koningstad. His son, Hubert Theunissen, was the one who established Theunissen Brewery following his father's death. It was successful from the very beginning and soon more breweries were founded. By early 1920's, beer production in total was very high, with Theunissen Brewery being the largest company.

During the Interwar period, the Great Depression, the profites decreased significantly, but the company survived. The German occupiers gave a special license to Hubert's son, Casper, as they appreciated the products.

The company passed from father to son and today is considered the largest alcoholic beverage company, after Grand Dame, even though in general beer consumption is low, in relevance to wine.

Beers
Theunissen Brewery is known to sell many types of beer. However, bokbier is by far the most popular. Brewed after the style of its Dutch counterpart, it represents 83% of the compny's sales. A stronger version of bokbier (Sterbok) is brewed since the 90's.

Pale lager, available in 5% alcohol by volume, is mostly consumed during summer. Dry stout, inspired by the Irish tradition, has recently gained popularity. Witbier and Speciaalbier (a unique version of lambic) are also sold.

Trivia

 * The company's logo was designed by Catharina Theunissen, Hubert's wife. It depicts Bertram the Bear (the bear is a widely recognised symbol of Berlin).
 * Theunissen's beer is refered in the song This is Life by the metal band 9mm.