Geist Brewing Co., the award-winning distribution craft brewery, has expanded its portfolio into Kerala and Kolkata. Its craft beers are now available in cans and kegs across five markets.
Brewed in Bangalore, Geist Brewing Co. is known for its focus on freshness, quality ingredients, and a robust end-to-end cold chain that ensures beer is stored, transported, and served at optimum temperatures. In both Kerala and Kolkata, Geist Brewing Co’s craft beers are available on tap at select bars, restaurants, and hotels, as well as in 500 ml canned formats at retail outlets. In Kolkata, consumers can also order Geist Brewing Co’s canned craft beers for home delivery via Swiggy.
In Kolkata, the company sells Geist Repeat Strong – Export-style Lager; Geist Kamacitra – American-style India Pale Ale; Geist Uncle Dunkel – German-style Dark Wheat Beer; Geist James Blond – Belgian-style Strong Blond Ale; and Geist Witty Wit – Belgian-style Witbier.
In Kerala, Geist Repeat Strong – Export-style Lager; Geist Uncle Dunkel – German-style Dark Wheat Beer; and Geist Witty Wit – Belgian-style Witbier are sold in select outlets.
Narayan Manepally, Co-Founder and CEO, Geist Brewing Co., said, “At Geist Brewing Co., we have always focused on making craft beer accessible beyond our brewery. Kerala and Kolkata are both exciting markets with such an evolving food and beverage culture and a growing appreciation for quality beer. Kerala has been a natural next step for us in strengthening our presence in the South, while Kolkata marks our first entry into the East. With a clear love for well-made craft beer in both these markets, we are happy to introduce our portfolio as we continue expanding our distribution-led presence across India.”
Today, the brand has grown to become a 15,000 sq. ft. distribution craft brewery, with three owned hospitality locations across Bangalore and a strong B2B presence in 300+ on-premise outlets across Bangalore, Hyderabad, West Bengal, Pondicherry, and Mahe, and 600+ retail stores across Bangalore, Kerala, West Bengal and Pondicherry for its Retail 500ml Cans.