OUR STORY
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The mastermind behind Fahr Beer is Jochen Fahr.
Jochen founder of Fahr Brewery was born and raised in Ebringen, Germany, where his passion for brewing began early—sparked by his father’s work at the Fürstenberg Brewery in Donaueschingen. That passion followed him across the globe to Calgary, where it reconnected with his love for local farming and led to the founding of Brauerei Fahr, with a mission to bring authentic German beer to Canada using traditional recipes from “Fahr away.”
Jochen arrived in Calgary in 2008 to complete a Bachelor of Engineering in Biotechnology, specializing in industrial processes using yeast and bacteria. He later fast-tracked from a Master’s in Medical Sciences into a PhD in Biomedical Engineering.
While building a career in the medical and industrial sectors, Jochen kept brewing at home. He engineered an automated brewing system and won several homebrew competition medals. In 2015, combining his expertise in science, engineering, and business—and with the support of his very patient wife—he turned his passion into a full-time venture. Today, Fahr Beer is a proud Alberta-based brewery known for its award-winning, German-style beers.
WHAT DRIVES FAHR BREWING
Authenticity: We stay true to time-honoured German brewing traditions and never cut corners. What you see and taste is what you get.
Quality without compromise: Every batch is crafted with precision and care. We don’t chase trends. We pursue perfection.
Tradition: Rooted in the Reinheitsgebot, we honour 500+ years of brewing history with every pour.
Integrity: No gimmicks, no shortcuts, no nonsense. Just honest beer made the right way.
Community-Focused: Proudly brewed in Alberta, we support local farmers, partners, and the community that shares our passion for real beer.
Transperency: We believe in openness and honesty in everything we do—from our brewing process to the way we engage with our community. No secrets, no shortcuts—just real beer made with integrity.
Our Mission & Vision
At Fahr Brewing, our mission is to craft premium, German-style beers with unwavering integrity—using only pure ingredients, traditional methods, and no shortcuts. Fahr delivers Canadian's a pure authentic beer you can trust.
To be Canada’s leading craft brewery for authentic German-style beer celebrated for our commitment to purity, quality and community – Because at Fahr Brewing, it’s all about the beer.
OUR TEAM
At Fahr Brewing, our team is the heart and soul of every beer we craft. From our skilled brewers perfecting recipes with precision, to our passionate staff sharing our story with every guest, each member brings dedication, expertise, and a love for brewing.
More than just colleagues, we’re a family driven by a shared passion: creating authentic, unforgettable beer experiences.
Come visit our brewery and get to know the people who make Fahr Brewing a place where craftsmanship meets community.
