Sarajevska Pivara (Sarajevo Brewery), Sarajevo

Sarajevska Pivara (Sarajevo Brewery), Sarajevo

Sarajevo Brewery (Sarajevska Pivara) is a brewery that was founded in Sarajevo in 1864. It was known as the first local industry in the city. Soon after it was established, the Sarajevo Brewery became one of the top producers of beers and lagers in Bosnia.

The brewery produces beers, lagers, soft drinks, and water. The brewery distills the brands Sarajevsko Lager, Sarajevsko Premium, 0% Beer, and Lejla Water. These products are light and dark lagers as well as alcohol-free beer.

It is also licensed to produce Pepsi and Oettinger products. Sodas produced at the facility vary from the Sweet Ace, made with carrot and peach juice, to carbonated water.

Those visiting the brewery will enjoy a museum that covers the company's history from its establishment during the Ottoman Empire through the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Yugoslavian rule, and the war in Bosnia.

The museum is open from Monday through Saturday from noon to 7 PM. Both the museum and the brewery are closed on Sundays.

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Sight Name: Sarajevska Pivara (Sarajevo Brewery)
Sight Location: Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina (See walking tours in Sarajevo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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