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Hjemmebryggeren v/Ken Gade Thøgersen

A no‑nonsense Silkeborg homebrewing hub where sacks of malt, fragrant hops and expert advice help turn curious visitors into confident DIY beer makers.

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Tucked away on Tandskovvej in Silkeborg, Hjemmebryggeren is a specialist homebrewing shop where shelves brim with malt, hops, yeast and gleaming stainless-steel gear. Since the mid-2000s it has catered to everyone from curious beginners to obsessive craft nerds, pairing a deep range of ingredients and equipment with knowledgeable, hands-on advice. It is a practical, down-to-earth stop for travellers keen to explore Denmark’s thriving beer culture from the inside.

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  • Tandskovvej 23, Silkeborg, 8600, DK
  • +4553880493
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  • Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
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  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 10 am-5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-5:30 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-5:30 pm
  • Friday 10 am-5:30 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-3 pm

Local tips

  • Visit earlier in the day on weekdays if you want more time for detailed questions; Saturdays can be busier with locals stocking up for weekend brewing.
  • If you plan to bring ingredients home by plane, prioritise sealed, clearly labelled packets of malt, hops and yeast to simplify security checks.
  • Ask about introductory brewing kits and language options in advance if you are a beginner; staff are used to guiding newcomers step by step.
  • Wear clothes you do not mind getting slightly dusty if you expect to handle grain sacks or larger equipment while planning a serious setup.
  • Combine a stop here with visits to local breweries or beer bars in Silkeborg to taste how different ingredients and styles show up in the glass.
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A Danish hub for do‑it‑yourself beer lovers

Hjemmebryggeren sits in a light industrial pocket of Silkeborg, a no‑nonsense address that suits its purpose perfectly: this is where beer enthusiasts come to turn ideas into drinkable reality. Inside, the atmosphere is part workshop, part candy store for anyone who has ever dreamed of designing their own brew. Cardboard boxes of malted barley line the floor, shelves carry rows of neatly labelled hops, and coils of tubing and fittings hint at ambitious brewing projects taking shape. Founded in the 2000s, the shop has grown with Denmark’s modern craft beer wave, serving as a bridge between professional‑grade ingredients and the creativity of ordinary drinkers. Rather than a polished tourist attraction, it feels like a working tool shed for the country’s homebrewing community, open to newcomers yet clearly anchored in serious, technical know‑how.

Inside the aisles of malt, hops and stainless steel

Spend a little time here and you start to notice the range. There are base malts in sacks, speciality grains in smaller bags, and hop varieties spanning citrusy, piney and floral profiles. Liquid and dry yeasts sit in fridges, alongside clarifying agents and brewing salts. On the hardware side, you will spot fermenters, kettles, mash tuns, kegs, bottles, caps and a toolbox’s worth of connectors, taps and hoses. For a traveller, browsing these aisles becomes a crash course in how beer is built. Labels list alpha‑acid percentages and yeast attenuation; staff are used to explaining how each piece fits into the process, from mash temperatures to carbonation. Even if you do not brew at home, handling the raw materials adds texture to any later visit to a Danish bar or brewery.

Courses, conversations and practical know‑how

Beyond retail, Hjemmebryggeren also runs courses in beer brewing that turn theory into practice over the course of a day or evening. These sessions walk small groups through milling grain, mashing, boiling, cooling and pitching yeast, breaking down what can seem like an intimidating hobby into manageable steps. You learn how minor variations in ingredients and timing change the aroma, body and strength of the final beer. Even on non‑course days, the shop functions as an informal classroom. Regulars drop in with bottles to discuss recipes, troubleshoot off‑flavours or plan their next experiment. Visitors from abroad often arrive with questions about Danish styles, and conversations range from farmhouse traditions to ultra‑modern IPAs. It is a place where niche technical questions are welcomed rather than brushed aside.

A practical stop on a Silkeborg beer itinerary

Hjemmebryggeren works well as one element in a wider exploration of Silkeborg and the surrounding lake district. A visit here pairs naturally with tastings at local breweries or beer bars, creating a fuller picture of how ingredients move from sack to glass. Because it is a working shop, peak activity usually tracks typical retail hours, with Saturdays often feeling the most animated as hobbyists stock up for weekend brewing. The setting is straightforward and functional rather than scenic, but that is part of the charm: what you see is the real infrastructure behind a hobby that has spread across Danish kitchens, garages and gardens. For many, leaving with a bag of grain, a packet of yeast or a small starter kit becomes a very portable souvenir.

Who will enjoy visiting this specialist shop

This is an ideal stop for travellers who like to understand how things are made. Craft beer fans, science‑minded visitors and anyone who enjoys hands‑on hobbies will find plenty to examine and ask about. Families with older children or teens interested in chemistry or fermentation can treat it as a live laboratory, though it remains primarily an adult‑oriented space. Even if you do not buy equipment, browsing the shop offers an unusual perspective on contemporary Danish culture, where small‑scale making and tinkering have a strong place alongside design and gastronomy. Hjemmebryggeren distils that spirit into one compact, aromatic space, filled with the promise of the next great home‑crafted beer.

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