FrauGruber Brewing – Uncompromising Craft Beer from Bavaria

FrauGruber Brewing, located in Gundelfingen on the Danube in Bavaria, is one of the defining names in the modern German craft beer scene. The project is run by two Augsburg locals, Enzo Frauenschuh and Matthias Gruber, whose family names also inspired the brewery's name (FRAUenschuh + GRUBER = FrauGruber). What started in Winter 2016 as the idea of two passionate beer tinkerers has become one of Germany's most internationally respected craft beer names.

The first brews flowed in Spring 2017 – initially as gypsy brewers (contract brewers) at the Old Factory in Gundelfingen. Within just three years, the duo managed to permanently export their beers to over 20 countries. In January 2020, they made their dream of an own brewery a reality – since then, FrauGruber has been in full control of everything from malt to bottle.

What sets FrauGruber apart from many competitors is its consistent control over the entire production chain. The brewery's own brewing barley – of the traditional varieties Steffi and Marthe – is grown regionally by four partner farmers and malted at a nearby maltings. The cultivation area nearly quadrupled from around 11 hectares in 2019 to around 40 hectares in 2020. The 13 yeast strains used in production are also propagated in-house. Only for hops does the brewery rely on an international network – with hops sourced from the US, Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, and of course Bavaria, either directly from growers or via trusted partners.

Key facts at a glance

• Location: Gundelfingen an der Donau, Dillingen district (Bavaria)
• Founded: Winter 2016 by Enzo Frauenschuh and Matthias Gruber
• First brews: Spring 2017 as gypsy brewers at the Old Factory in Gundelfingen
• Own brewery: since January 2020
• Export: permanently distributed to over 20 countries worldwide
• Name origin: FRAUenschuh + GRUBER = FrauGruber
• Regionality: own brewing barley (Steffi and Marthe varieties) grown by 4 partner farmers
• Yeast: 13 in-house yeast strains, propagated by the brewery itself
• Hops: sourced internationally (US, Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, Bavaria) – directly from growers or via trusted partners
• Motto: FRAUGRUBERLICIOUS

The range at a glance

• Hazy IPAs & NEIPAs – FrauGruber's core specialty: juicy, tropical-fruity, and intensely hop-forward brews like „I AM FRESH", „Sun City" or „In my Face"
• Double IPAs & Triple IPAs – hop-heavyweight bombs for connoisseurs, e.g. „Under The Thunder" or „Golden Hour"
• Fruited & pastry editions – creative experiments with unmistakable names such as „Avocado Aficionado", „Bikini Bottom" or „Chicken Wings"
• Stouts & malt-driven beers – full-bodied characters with roast notes and depth
• Limited releases – constantly rotating specials in tiny batches

FrauGruber sees itself as more than just a brewery – it's a way of life and a community built around uncompromising beer craftsmanship. In our shop, you'll find a curated selection of the latest FrauGruber releases – fresh from Bavaria, in trademark FRAUGRUBERLICIOUS quality.