«Lida Beer» Brewery

Lidskoe Pivo Brewery is one of the oldest and largest brewing enterprises in Belarus, located in the city of Lida. Founded in 1876, the brewery has preserved brewing traditions for over 140 years, combining them with modern technologies. Today, Lidskoe Pivo produces a wide range of beverages, including beer, kvass, cider, and soft drinks, maintaining a leading position in the Belarusian market.

History

The history of the brewery dates back to 1876, when the townsman Nosel Pupko founded a brewery in Lida. Over time, the enterprise expanded and modernized, preserving its unique architecture and production traditions. After the Finnish company Olvi acquired a controlling stake in 2008, the brewery reached a new level of quality. These historical milestones can be explored by booking a brewery tour, which reveals fascinating facts and little-known pages from the past.

Production

Today, Lidskoe Pivo’s modern production facilities are equipped with advanced machinery and comply with high quality standards. Water for brewing is sourced from the brewery’s own artesian wells, ensuring consistent product quality. The malt used is both locally sourced and imported, while hops are supplied by the German company Hopsteiner. The brewing process includes 12 batches per day, each with a volume of 45,000 liters.

Tours

Brewery tours include a visit to the Lidski Browar Museum and beverage tastings. Here, you can learn about the history of the brewery, discover the beer brewing process, and also master the art of properly tasting various beer varieties that have been created over the past 140 years. This is a popular route among those who choose tours around Minsk and its surroundings, as well as the Grodno region, seeking to enhance their experience through gastronomic tourism.