Top 4 Slovak Beers

Nilio Brewery is a Slovak craft brewery based in Liptovský Mikuláš, in the Liptov region of northern Slovakia. Founded in 2020, the brewery focuses primarily on the production of non-alcoholic craft beers created using an innovative fermentation method rather than the typical process of removing alcohol after brewing. By using a specific strain of yeast that converts sugars into glycerol instead of alcohol, Nilio is able to produce beers with full body, aroma, and complexity while keeping the alcohol content near zero. The brewery emphasizes natural ingredients and transparent production, and its beers are certified vegan. Nilio’s portfolio includes a range of modern craft styles such as alcohol-free IPA, stout, and fruit-inspired beers, often incorporating distinctive ingredients like Japanese yuzu or tropical fruits. Notable labels include Yuzu Samuray, Zero Power, Black Hero, Great Warrior, and Caribic IPA.Expand

Hellstork is a Slovak craft brewery founded in 2012 in Myjava, quickly gaining recognition for its experimental spirit and strong identity. Starting as a gypsy brewery, it later established its own production facility and became known for its unfiltered, unpasteurized beers made without artificial additives. Their portfolio spans a wide range of styles - from hazy IPAs and imperial stouts to spontaneously fermented sour beers and barrel-aged ales under the Wildstork series. They frequently incorporate local ingredients and wild fermentations, with a focus on innovation and regional character. Their beers can be found in craft bars across Slovakia and abroad. Hellstork stands as a symbol of bold brewing - merging technical precision, raw creativity, and authentic local expression in every bottle.Expand

Beervana is a craft beer pub and beer-focused project based in Žilina, Slovakia, created by homebrewing enthusiasts with the aim of promoting contemporary craft beer culture. The concept of Beervana revolves around introducing drinkers to the diversity of beer styles beyond traditional industrial lagers and encouraging interest in modern craft brewing. The venue operates as a specialized pub with a rotating selection of draft beers from various craft breweries, regularly featuring styles such as IPA, pale ale, stout, sour, and wheat beers. In addition to serving as a beer bar, Beervana occasionally presents its own beer recipes brewed in collaboration with other brewing facilities. One of the beers most closely associated with the project is Mangodzilla, known for its pronounced mango and tropical fruit aromas and the creamy texture typical of the milkshake IPA style. The pub functions as a meeting place for the local craft beer community, hosting tastings, new beer launches, and informal gatherings for beer enthusiasts. Alongside its beer selection, the venue also offers simple food such as pizza and snacks designed to complement the drinks. Through this concept, Beervana contributes to the growing craft beer culture in the Žilina region and northern Slovakia.Expand