Welcome to
European Beer Consumers’ Union
What is the EBCU?
EBCU is a non-political, non-religious organisation formed in May 1990 by the national beer consumer in Bruges, Belgium, by three national beer organisations: CAMRA (United Kingdom), Objectieve Bierproevers (Belgium, now Zythos) and PINT (Netherlands), to give voice to the beer consumer at the European level, both within and beyond the European Union (EU).
Manifesto
Beer, the enjoyable low alcohol drink of the general public for every
occasion, has played and continues to play a major role in European
culture, history, society, local communities and the wider economy.
Who can join the EBCU?
Membership of EBCU is open to all non-exclusive national organisations of beer consumers, provided they are independent of all outside influence, represent the beer consumer and can wholeheartedly endorse certain aims and objectives.
News
EBCU Charts Future Path at 71st Delegates Meeting in Brussels
EBCU held its 71st Delegates Meeting in Brussels on 25–26 April 2025, following a public seminar on transparency, sustainability, and rising consumer expectations. Delegates from across Europe gathered to discuss internal strategy, financial planning, and how EBCU can strengthen its visibility and support for member organisations in the years ahead.
In Memoriam: Jos Brouwer
Jos Brouwer, former EBCU Executive and long-time advocate for beer consumers, has passed away. A respected international beer judge and key figure in promoting EBCU’s role in beer competitions,
Copenhagen and Sheffield Voted Best for Beer in Transit
The European Beer Consumers Union (EBCU) has announced the results of its European Travel Beer Survey, celebrating the best places to enjoy a quality beer while in transit.
Help Us Find Europe’s Best Airports & Railway Stations for Beer!
EBCU is launching a survey to discover the top airports and railway stations for beer lovers. Share your best finds, and we’ll reveal the results after Easter! 🍺✈️🚆
All About… Gluten Free Beer
Tuesday 13th May 2025, 20:00 CET: Discover the world of gluten-free beer in this engaging webinar, designed for anyone curious about beer options that fit a gluten-free lifestyle.
EBCU to host seminar on Beer Consumer Trends 2025
EBCU is delighted to announce an upcoming seminar titled: “Rising Costs, Rising Expectations: Beer Consumer Trends 2025 – Environment, Transparency, and Well-being.” in Brussels on 24th of April.
Meet the president of the EBCU
André was elected for EBCU Executive in 2017 after being a delegate for Olutliitto, Finland since 2008. He mainly works as a software engineer but also as a beer journalist and is often judging in different beer competitions with a wide knowledge of beer styles coming from over 20 years of home brewing. Living in Helsinki, André has a good knowledge of the Nordic alcohol monopolies and how they affect the beer consumer.
Focus organisations in EBCU: SPP, Bjórmenningarfélag Íslands, SÖ and CAMRA
Was elected for EBCU executive in 2018 and chairman in 2022.